Sandra Burks, pictured with her husband Marvin, was recently diagnosed with breast cancer and will benefit from the Art Bra Gala proceeds.
By Josh Mitchell/Informer Publisher
About 75 creatively designed art bras were on display tonight for a breast cancer charity gala. (See the photo gallery below for pictures of many of the bras.) Local businesses and individuals contributed the bras, which were auctioned off with the proceeds going to help Sandra Burks of Marion County, who was diagnosed with breast cancer this month. The Pink Feathers, which sponsored the event, selected Burks to be the recipient of the proceeds because of her difficult situation. Burks was laid off from Pioneer in February because of the poor economy after 30 years on the job and also takes care of her 100-year-old father. Paula Matthews, a member of the Pink Feathers, said, “We try to pick someone who is in desperate need of help.”
Burks and her husband, Marvin, were at the benefit and were humbled by the outpouring of community support. “I’m just honored,” said Sandra. Marvin broke down into tears, saying, “I think it’s great. We appreciate everything that’s being done. It’s something that brings tears to your eyes.” Sandra underwent surgery last week for the cancer and will soon undergo chemotherapy.
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WHAT A WONDERFUL CAUSE..I KNOW THE BURKS AND USE TO WORK WITH MRS. SANDRA AT PIONEER. SHE WAS ALWAYS WILLING TO HELP OTHERS. NOW SHE IS ON THE RECEIVING END. WILL BE PRAYING FOR HER AND HER FAMILY.
What a wonderful person to choose as the recipient who benefited from this gala. Sandra is so sweet and we are praying that she gets well so that she can return to work her at Pioneer. God Bless You Sandra and we love and miss you.
Prayers for Mrs. Burks and all who have to wake up and fight this terrible disease on a daily basis.
WHAT A WONDERFUL CAUSE..I KNOW THE BURKS AND USE TO WORK WITH MRS. SANDRA AT PIONEER. SHE WAS ALWAYS WILLING TO HELP OTHERS. NOW SHE IS ON THE RECEIVING END. WILL BE PRAYING FOR HER AND HER FAMILY.