Pitch for Cancer Research

Pitch for Cancer Research

8/21/2021, 10:00AM
Summerfield Park, Summerfield IL 62289

From Mark Skaer

All proceeds go toward cancer research. Entrance fee is $10, $20 for a 2-player team. After registering, email organizer Mark Skaer ([email protected]) so he can put you on list

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Summerfield Park, Summerfield IL 62289

Date & Time

Saturday, August 21 2021

10:00 AM

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Pitch for Cancer Research

This corn hole tournament is dedicated to Helen Andersen, who passed away on June 19, 2020, after a battle with lung cancer. Helen was born on June 7, 1957 in Belleville, IL, the fourth child of the late Rita (nee Bechtoldt) Wilhelm and the late Eugene Wilhelm. Helen grew up in Lebanon, IL on the family farm with her 12 siblings. She earned her Associate Degree from Belleville Area College and went on to graduate from Southern Illinois University (SIU) with a bachelor's degree in Accounting in 1983. While attending school at SIU, she met her husband, Michael Scott Andersen, and they were married on June 10, 1983. Helen devoted much of her life to raising their two daughters, Erica Marie Kelly and Victoria Leigh Bland. As a family, they moved around often, and she embraced each place as a new adventure. Helen loved being active. Some of her favorite activities included golfing, hiking, biking, running, and gardening. She especially enjoyed being active while traveling and many of her trips included exploring new cities by foot, hiking through national parks, biking with family through the mountains and countryside, and running around the playground with her grandson, Liam Kelly. Helen also dedicated much of her time to volunteering. She spent countless hours volunteering at the Catholic ministry, St. Vincent de Paul, and often helped out at the local Catholic parishes as well. Helen had a love for life and helping others and almost always had a smile on her face. She will be remembered as an amazing daughter, sister, wife, mother, and "Nana" with a big heart.

Helen is the sister to Robert, Paul, John, Mark, and Tom Wilhelm, all of Wilhelm Construction, based in Lebanon, IL. 

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Mark Skaer posted a new update:
almost 3 years ago

Update #3

There will be prizes to be awarded at Pitch for Cancer Research corn hole tournament. From Pedal the Cause: 2 PtC backpacks, 1 PtC carrying bag, 1 PtC men's sports curt raglan jersey (3XL). From Schlafly Brewery: T-shirt (large), VIP Brewery Tour and Tasting Pass ($200 value, voucher is good for up to 10 people). From Ballpark Village: 1 12-ounce Ballpark Village glass. From St. Louis Cardinals: 4 "Here's to Baseball glasses, 1 miniature St. Louis Cardinal helmet, 1 Bob Gibson Hall of Fame miniature statue. From Highland (IL) Walmart: 2 St. Louis Cardinals officially licensed team elite quad chairs (valued at $80). More prizes are being accumulated for the big day!!

Mark Skaer commented on a blog post:
over 2 years ago
ACT NOW! Registration fee is only $5 now until midnight Friday, August 13. That is $10 for a 2-member team. ACT NOW! ACT NOW!!

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Mark Skaer posted a new update:
almost 3 years ago

Update #2

There will be prizes to be awarded at Pitch for Cancer Research corn hole tournament. From Pedal the Cause: 2 PtC backpacks, 1 PtC carrying bag, 1 PtC men's sports curt raglan jersey (3XL). From Schlafly Brewery: T-shirt (large), VIP Brewery Tour and Tasting Pass ($200 value, voucher is good for up to 10 people). From Ballpark Village: 1 12-ounce Ballpark Village glass. From St. Louis Cardinals: 4 "Here's to Baseball glasses, 1 miniature St. Louis Cardinal helmet, 1 Bob Gibson Hall of Fame miniature statue. From Highland (IL) Walmart: 2 St. Louis Cardinals officially licensed team elite quad chairs (valued at $80). More prizes are being accumulated for the big day!!

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Mark Skaer posted a new update:
almost 3 years ago

Update #1

Good news. On August 21, the Summerfield Lions Club will hold a fish fry. Therefore, participants in the Pitch for Cancer Research corn hole tournament can enjoy a nice meal right across the road. Beer is also available -- and what is a corn hole tournament without beer? Available brands -- all in cans, not bottles -- include Bud Light, Bud, Busch, Busch Light, Bud Select, and more. Price is $2.50 a can.

Mark Skaer commented on a blog post:
almost 3 years ago
In addition, there will be plenty of prizes to be awarded, including a Schlafly Brewery Tour and Tasting Pass, good for up to 10 people.

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To register, hit "Join now" and fill out the registration information. After paying, please send an email to orgnaizer Mark Skaer ([email protected]), notifying him so you get put on the player list.