Special Angels
We would like to take this opportunity to highlight some of the dedicated, supportive and inspirational individuals without whom our project wouldn't exist.
Lori Butterworth & Devon Dabbs
Click HERE to read about the Children's Hospice Founders, Lori Butterworth and Devon Dabbs. Without their loving and tireless dedication and shining example, there would be no Johnny's Angels. We are forever grateful to them for allowing us to help make a difference.
Shannon Snow
Shannon Snow is the the mother of Nick Snow. Nick was the spokesman for Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition, and the inspiration for the Nick Snow Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Act of 2006. Nick dedicated his life to improving care for children who suffer with life-threatening illnesses and their families. He battled neuroblastoma for over a decade and died cancer-free in 2006. Please visit www.nicksnow.com to learn more about Nick, Shannon and their brave works. To have Shannon on our team and stand behind our mission is a blessing and an honor.
Trisha Meraz
Trisha Meraz is the loving mother of Dustin whose poignant words, "Today is a gift - have fun," are featured on CHPCC's memorial bracelets which are worn by celebrities such as Johnny Depp, Mandy Moore, Kiefer Sutherland and Jeremy Piven and that serve as our inspiration and strength. Dustin, who was diagnosed with a terminal illness known as Neuroblastoma (a pediatric cancer) always wanted to be an actor. Melissa Gilbert (CHPCC's Board of Director's President) arranged for members of the Screen Actor's Guild to present Dustin with his honory SAG card. Trisha and the entire Meraz family have been devoted to children's causes, performing endless volunterr workand organizing charity events and are known for tirelessly offering strength, courage, hope and support to families enduring difficult times.
Ringo Jukes
Ringo Jukes is an accomplished musician and drummer, a certified rock star, having played with the Rock City Angels and along other well-known names and legends such as Gary Busey, Issac Hayes, Johnny Depp, Axl Rose, Wynonna, Jimmy Page, Tanya Tucker, Jimmy Wolf, Kevin Bacon and many more. He is a versatile artist, his styles ranging from blues to rockabilly. RJ has given us his love and support (along with a barrel of laughs) and never ceases to amaze us with his dedication to promoting our cause and trumpeting our name in many venues.
Amy Anne
Amy Anne is a multi-talented recording artist, perhaps best known for the Johnny Depp song and her solo CD Supergirl. Her credits with her band Xenophilia include winning three Sacramento Area Music Awards for Best Folk Band. Amy promotes us tirelessly on her MySpace page along with helping us raise funds through future benefit performances. She graciously donated items to our recent celebrity auction and even made a special version of her Johnny Depp song dedicated to young Sophie Wilkinson, the British teenager who was critically injured in a car crash. Thank you, Amy, for all your continued support and encouragement and for having such an enormous heart.Darlene Cates
Darlene Cates is an actress and genuine angel who made her film debut in 1993 as Momma in “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape." She brought a natural charm and warmth to the role and received praise from critics. She has made guest appearances on TV in shows like "Picket Fences" and "Touched By an Angel." Darlene is a loving supporter of Johnny’s Angels and has donated several special items to our recent celebrity charity auction. We are thrilled and delighted to have her support.
Dedline
Dedline is an Indie band originally formed by Mark Osborne, songwriter and guitarist for the band. Their CD "All Said and Done", released in March 2009, is available on iTunes, CDBaby and Rhapsody. This Fairfax, VA band is known for generously performing benefit concerts to raise funds and awareness for animal and children's charities. They have graciously offered to make a 2009 appearance at a CHPCC fundraiser! You can check out their music on their official myspace page.
Tammy Pendleton
Tammy has been a longtime and faithful supporter. Her company, Newenglander Hollywood Props, has held special events, auctions and promotions to benefit Johnny's Angels. She and her family dedicated an entire section of their farmer's market store to our cause, graciously donating the proceeds from the various sales of Angels-related merchandise. Tammy has consistently helped us raise awareness for CHPCC and generate interest in our site by promoting us on the various and very popular social networking sites.
