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Family, Faith, & FortitudeMarianne “Chickie” Morrisey, resident of Villa SienaIt is said that in times of choice, one can never go wrong when one’s choice is to choose kindness. Marianne Morrisey has spent a lifetime upholding this noble ideal. Marianne, affectionately known as “Chickie” to family and friends, has been a well regarded resident at Villa Siena since her arrival in 2015. An unwavering faith and devotion to God initially drew her to the community more than four years ago, yet her faith alone has not defined her journey.

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HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS ISSUE:

Thank you to our Villa Siena Foundation donors – A note from Sr. Judith Lynn Gardenhire, D.C. and Anne KearneyMORE ON PAGE 3

Santa made an appearance at the annual Villa Siena Auxiliary Christmas party for the residents.MORE ON PAGE 6

Welcome Ann Kaye our new Director of NursingMORE ON PAGE 7

On Saturday evening, September 21st Villa Siena hosted “A Night in Monte Carlo,” the annual fall themed fundraising event. Attended by a crowd of nearly 300, participants enjoyed an evening of fine food, stylish decorations, games, socializing, and fun.

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Chickie grew up in San Francisco, the second eldest of six children born to Jack and Mary Hayes. Home life brought great joy to Chickie’s childhood, and much of that joy revolved around her

two sisters and three brothers. She credits a friend named Valerie and her beloved brother Austin as two people who made an indelible impact early on. Chickie attended Notre Dame des Victoires Elementary School from kindergarten through sixth grade, and can still vividly recall the bus rides to and from their family home on 32nd Avenue.

After completing her primary schooling, Chickie and the rest of the Hayes household relocated to the South Bay, and she would next make a leap to Notre Dame High School in San Jose, CA. Chickie was a popular

student, and eventually went on to become both student body class president and captain of the girls’ basketball team. Her years of instruction concluded at San Jose State University, where she earned a degree in education. This degree was quickly put to use as Chickie landed a job teaching first grade in the coast side town of Pacific Grove. She taught just one year, but smiled widely as she described how her first-grade class won the Annual Butterfly Parade downtown.

However, an extended teaching career was not to be. Chickie had first met Marvin Langholff while the two were in college, and his proposal of marriage soon after was far too appealing to pass up. Marvin was a decorated U.S. Army pilot who flew several dozen missions over Germany during World War II. After they were married in 1947, Marvin began his stellar career in accounting, culminating in his appointment as comptroller at Santa Clara University until his retirement in 1979. Marvin was the love of Chickie’s life, and together they raised three girls and twin boys. “Nothing means more to me than motherhood,” Chickie stated.

The family settled in Willow Glen and became parishioners at Saint Christopher’s Catholic Church. Chickie carried on the family tradition by venturing up to San Francisco with the children each year in order to see Santa Claus, dine, and spend time together on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. It seems fitting that Saint Christopher is the patron saint of travelers, because Chickie and Marvin made a staggering twenty-seven trips to the Hawaiian

Islands. Kauai was their favorite. Many years after Marvin’s passing, Chickie married longtime family friend and former Santa Clara University Alumni Director, Dick Morrisey. They shared four wonderful years together before Dick’s passing.

Chickie Morrisey has lived a life full of family, faith, and fortitude. She remains an avid sports fan, a voracious reader, and an accomplished wordsmith. She is considerate and grateful, and as kind a human being as one could ever hope to meet. “Chickie has this ability to make you feel as though you are the most important person on earth when you are with her,” says son-in-law, Bill Delaney.

Not only do these words accurately reflect her character, but they remind us that meaning is often found in the simplest of things.

“No one person is any more or less important than the next,” Chickie recently explained. “We must stay humble.” Ultimately, it is Chickie’s sense of humility that continues to be her gift to all of us.

Family, Faith, & FortitudeMarianne “Chickie” Morrisey

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Thank Youto our Villa Siena Foundation Donors!

We are truly thankful for all the individuals, businesses, and organizations that supported our ongoing mission of the Villa Siena Foundation during 2019. We will remember your generosity in our prayers during the year.

“How very grateful we are to all the persons who generously support the ministry of the Daughters of Charity at Villa Siena! In serving our residents, the last thing we want them to worry about are their financial resources being depleted and then having to leave. It is the ongoing generosity of our donors, like you, who provide the security and peace of mind for our residents and their families so they don’t have these concerns. We feel extremely blessed to have such caring supporters as partners in our ministry at Villa Siena. Thank you and God bless you!”SR. JUDITH LYNN GARDENHIRE, D.C.

“Because of your generosity and support, the residents and their families have received the gift of peace of mind. Secure in knowing that they will always have a home, even when their finances begin to dwindle, ensures that they will be able to fully participate in and enjoy the blessing that is Villa Siena.

On behalf of the Villa Siena Foundation Board of Directors – Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!”ANNE KEARNEYCHAIR, VILLA SIENA FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

A complete listing of all our donors is posted on our Villa Siena website.Members of the Heritage Society and Founders’ Circle are also listed on our Donor Wall.

www.villa-siena.org

ANOTHER WAY TO GIVE: Donate Your Car To The Villa Siena Foundation

Proceeds benefit Villa Siena Senior Living Community. Go to our webpage at www.villa-siena.org, and click on “Donate” then choose “Donate a Vehicle”

You can choose the following options: • Call 1-800-320-0476 • Donate online • Print the downloadable form

As attendees arrived at Monte Carlo Night they were greeted by members of The Rat Pack, had a chance for

a picture beside a fancy 1934 Pierce Arrow classis car, and were welcome by a well-dressed and friendly doorman who escorted them along the red carpet and through the “Welcome to Monte Carlo” sign.

Reflecting the theme, Villa Siena’s courtyard was transformed into a potpourri of attractions and activities including a Rat Pack performance stage, casino and game areas, car displays, Monte Carlo bar, and more.

The Crowd enjoyed great food and drinks. Featured cocktails at the 007 bar included: Million Dollar Manhattan, Black Tie Tini, Monte Carlo Cosmo, and Monaco Mystery Mule. The Villa Siena Dietary Staff served wonderful food in a fine dining setting that included delicious appetizers, salmon, prime rib, sides and great desserts.

While being entertained by the Rat Pack, attendees played Roulette Pong, 007 Nerf Poker, or casino games, winning a variety of prizes. Both the cash and prize raffles were successful, the grand prize for the evening being a Las Vegas Vacation at the Bellagio Hotel.

Proceeds from the fundraiser went towards the Villa Siena Foundation mission of supporting our residents who outlive their financial resources. Our thanks to all the donors, sponsors, volunteers, and attendees for making this event a huge success!

“A Night in Monte Carlo”continued…

• Brian & Anne Kearney (Gold)

• Beverly Crudo (Gold)• Maria McDonald (Gold) • Saramae Koering• Sharon Udovich • Nancy & Carl Claunch • Marion Flaherty • Neal & Sara Callahan• A.T. “Mike” Paioni • Charlie & Louise Deguara • Pete & Rosemary Deguara • Cusimano Family

Colonial Mortuary• Jim & Cindy Kelly • Lee & Kathy Lera • Norm & Jean Rousseau • Michael & Cecelia

Speckman• Steve Newton • John Pollard • Bob Jacobsen • AHA Home Aide -

Cana Sonuk• Mary Constant • Arete Dance Center • Nancy Claunch • Villa Siena Auxiliary• Novatech Services, Inc. • Christie Smith • Pooke Spa & Wellness • Sheraton Hotel• Westin Hotel • Larry Chu - Chef Chu’s • Konica Minolta

Business Solutions• John Akaya -

Don Giovanni’s Ristorante • Ben & Yolanda Papapietro

- Papapietro Perry Winery • Dennis Young and

Young Craig & Co., LLP

Thank Youto our...

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• Sara Callahan• Nancy Claunch • Jean Rousseau • Brian & Anne Kearney • Diane Artz• Daniel McDonald • Tom Moran • Christine Artajos • Renee Silva • Sr. William Eileen

Dunn, D.C.• Mary Constant • Judy Hanneman • Bronto Sotelo • Joan Young • Fernando Delarosa • Abby Heiser • Chris & Brigitte Heiser • SFHS Students • Notre Dame San Jose

High School Students• Ron & Maggie

Delgado• Cris Gallego • Alvin Silva • Kevin Altman • Felix Cortez • Jim Ball & Corine

Bernard• Jeffrey Cortez • Hayley Bernard • Nathan Clark • Matt & Elizabeth Burke • Justin & Amanda

Bernard• Aytac & Dietary Staff

SPONSORS: VOLUNTEERS:

Villa Siena resident Marion Flaherty & family

Resident Mary Wullenjohn with her daughter Patricia Knapp

Villa Siena residents with the Rat Pack: Barbara, Betty, Beverly, & Liz

Aytac Yilmaz & Joan Young in front of the beautiful salmon food display

Save the dates!

Villa Siena’s 10th annual Bocce Ball Tournament will take place on Monday, April 27, 2020 at Campo di Bocce in Los Gatos. Information and registration forms will be posted on our website starting February at www.villa-siena.org or call the Foundation office at 650-318-5814 to reserve your spot.

MONDAYApril 27, 2020

Stay tuned for more information on our Fall Fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2020. The theme of this year’s event will be “A Night at the OK Corral.”

SATURDAYSept 19, 2020

Daniel McDonald was the door man for our Villa Siena fall event

Villa Siena resident Carmen Ponce & family

Julia, Geraldine, Judy, Tori and Bill enjoying the food and entertainment.

Sisters having some fun at the gaming tables

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CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK 2019 Villa Siena sponsored a Christmas tree at Christmas in the Park in San Jose. Our own Corine Bernard and Justin Bernard went to set up and decorate the tree. It was trimmed with picture ornaments of our residents of Villa Siena.

Villa Vignettes

CHRISTMAS PARTY FOR OUR RESIDENTS The Villa Siena Auxiliary hosted their annual Christmas Party for the residents. Santa and Mrs. Claus made their special appearance and the Auxiliary members hosted the refreshments of mini bundt cakes and drinks. The Auxiliary members also presented gifts of a 65” flat screen TV with sound bar and blue ray to our NCU residents and a new sound bar and blue ray to our ALU residents along with a delicious box of chocolate candy to each resident. Everyone sang along to Christmas songs that the Harmonikatz Band played. It was a most joyous event to end the year.

SACRED HEART COMMUNITY SERVICE Villa Siena staff helped distribute Christmas gifts at the Sacred Heart Donation Center. This is an event that Villa Siena participates in every year.

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Meet the newest member of Villa Siena Ann Kaye is our new Director of Nursing. Ann trained in New Zealand and then made her way to London and worked as a travelling nurse. She then answered an ad for a nurse and went to America. She worked at Stanford Medical Center and Kaiser Hospitals. She was also a Director in Women’s Services at Good Samaritan Hospital. She is very excited to be a part of Villa Siena and hopes that she can contribute to the excellent quality care that is provided here.

Staff Highlights

Ann KayeDirector of Nursing

Years of Service 2019 marked a milestone for one of our staff members. At the company Christmas party, Madeline DeGuzman was recognized for her 30 years of service. Other staff members also recognized were: Corine Bernard 20 years, Matt Burke 15 years, George Mina 15 years, and Irma Garcia 10 years. All were presented with a gift of appreciation from Corine Bernard. Villa Siena congratulates them on achieving this milestone.

Madeline DeGuzman30 years

Leave a legacySponsor a memorial brick or bench in honor of a loved one.

Sponsorships are tax-deductible and support the Villa Siena Foundation.For more information, please visit our website: www.villa-siena.org

You may also contact:Scott Johnson, Director of Marketing & Development (650) 318-5814 Monique Flores, Development & Marketing Assistant (650)318-5813

Engraved bricks are beautifully displayed near the fountain next to the St. Louise Chapel. Inscribe the brick with wording of your choice. $500 per brick.

Benches are located throughout the peaceful grounds and courtyard at Villa Siena. Inscribed bronze plates honor your loved one. Costs vary depending on location of the bench.

VILLA SIENA

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Sr. Judith Lynn Gardenhire, D.C. (Chair)

A.T. “Mike” Paioni (Vice Chair)

Neal Callahan

Sr. Patricia Geoghegan, D.C.

Sr. Margaret McDonnell, D.C.

Steve Newton

Sr. Judith Schomisch, D.C.

Mike Speckman

Dennis Young

Corine Bernard, Executive Director

VILLA SIENA FOUNDATION

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Anne Kearney (Chair)

Sherri Cusimano (Vice Chair)

Nancy Claunch (Secetary/Treasurer)

Sr. William Eileen Dunn, D.C.

Carol Paulson

Corine Bernard

VILLA SIENA’S VISION, MISSION AND VALUES OUR VISION:Inspired by the compassionate healing ministry of Jesus Christ and the mission of the Catholic Church to promote dignity and justice for all people of God, Villa Siena is a values-driven residential and skilled nursing care facility whose administration, employees and collaborators strive to advance the Mission through idea, influence and action. As a Daughter of Charity sponsored ministry, we are faithful to the tradition of service established by our founders, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Louise De Marillac and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.

OUR MISSION IS TO:• Make a positive difference in the life and human

development of individuals and communities.• Serve the spiritual, physical, social and emotional needs of

seniors in a spirit of humility, simplicity and charity.• Create an atmosphere of hospitality involvement and

concern for our residents, their families and our employees and volunteers.

OUR CORE VALUES:The Charity of Christ urges us to:• Respect, quality service, simplicity, advocacy for the poor,

and inventiveness to infinity.

Contributing writers, editors, and photographers:Corine Bernard, Matt Burke, Monique Flores, Scott Johnson

Villa Siena Views is published by the Villa Siena Foundation. Villa Siena, a residential care home and skilled nursing facility for the elderly founded in 1965, is operated by the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, Province of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.

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