A Day of Remembrance – Michael Giacapzzi – Clarise Fedor

Before our opening ceremonies, the Club observed a moment of silence in memory of the 2,403 Americans (including 57 civilians) who died during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor 75 years ago … as well as the 402,996 who also paid the ultimate price during World War II and the 103,284 members of our Armed Forces who have been killed from Korea to Iraq and Afghanistan.

We also took note that today was the 229 anniversary of Delaware becoming the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution on December 7th, 1787.

Michael Giacapzzi, founder and owner of Body by Michael G in Yardley, related his inspirational story of growing up in Allentown, PA …

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Former Club President Fred Edelman and friend of Michael

being bullied during his formative years … descending into a 20 year cycle of drugs, being knifed, shot and beaten and periodically living on the street … nearly loosing his life in a horrific automobile accident … and finding “religion” and a new hope for a second chance in life.  His message is, “whether it’s overcoming physical hurdles, emotional ones, or even spiritual, I’m here to say that it’s never too late to change your life.”

The Club next awarded Clarise Fedor an Honorary Membership for her always friendly attitude and years of providing professional and excellent care of the members at its breakfast meetings.

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Clarise, Dick Newbert and Stan Cohen