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Parents Of Murdered Children, Inc. VALLEY OF THE SUN CHAPTER
F “For the Families & Friends of those who have died by violence”
19620 North 38th Avenue, Glendale AZ 85308-2215
Chapter Phone: (602) 254-8818 Chapter E-mail: [email protected]
* National Organization of Parents Of Murdered Children, Inc. (POMC)
4960 Ridge Ave. Suite 2, Cincinnati, OH, 45209 (513) 721-5683 Fax: (513) 345-4489
Toll Free Number (888) 818-7662
http://www.pomc.com/phoenix/index.html Volume 26: No. 9 September 2017 https://www.facebook.com/pages/POMC-Valley-of-the-Sun/
MONTHLY SUPPORT MEETING
LOCATIONS
4th
Tuesday - Grief Support Meetings
All Meetings Start at 7:00 PM
Please feel free to bring a picture of your
loved one(s) to share at meetings.
◄WEST VALLEY MEETING► Tuesday, September 26 7:00 PM
Peoria Community Center
8335 West Jefferson Street
Peoria AZ 85344
Facilitator: Joyce Lefler
602- 525-7217
◄CENTRAL VALLEY MEETING►
Tuesday, September 26 7:00 PM
Mountain View Police Precinct
Community Room
2075 East Maryland, Phoenix AZ
Facilitator: Beckie Miller
Co-Facilitator: Carolee Holbrook
623-582-2406
◄BILINGUAL EAST VALLEY
MEETING► Tuesday, September 26 7:00 PM
Queen of Peace Church
30 West 1st Street Room St. John 7
Mesa, AZ 85201
Facilitators: Sandy & Paulino Navarro
480-695-4789
◄◄SPEAKER/INFORMATION►►
MEETING (2nd Tuesday of each month)
Tuesday, September 12, 7:00 PM
*** Mountain View Police Precinct
Community Room 2075 East Maryland, Phoenix AZ
(off AZ 51 at 20th Street between Glendale
Avenue and Bethany Home Road -
Across from Granada Park)
***Our meeting this month will feature
members of BACA (Bikers Against Child
Abuse). They will discuss how they help
abused and traumatized children.
NEWSLETTER EDITOR
Mail Memorial Page items for “The Journey” by
the 10th
of the month prior to publication month to:
POMC Newsletter
19620 North 38th Ave Glendale AZ 85308-2215
*Please use order form on Page 11
You can also email items to [email protected]
Be sure to place any article or picture in an
attachment, otherwise it can’t be accessed
properly (especially pictures) and may not be
used. Also, be sure to put POMC Newsletter in
the subject line of the email.
CRIME VICTIMS LEGAL ASSISTANCE
PROJECT
Free legal aid to help assert victims' rights
through Arizona Voice for Crime Victims @
(480) 600-2661, P.O. Box 12722, Scottsdale,
AZ 85261 or contact Mary Wallace at
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Dianne Abbuhl
September 1988
Barbara McDonald
September, 1973
Lisa Anne King
September 1, 2001
Michael McMeans
September 1, 2001
Roderick Everett
September 2, 1997
Michael Mirkovich, Jr.
September 2, 2000
James Wallace
September 2, 2001
Michael Ellis
September 5, 1995
Stephanie Bennett
September 5, 2003
Herbert Hoper, Jr
September 5, 2005
Brandon Beck
September 5, 2010
Jesse James Ortiz
September 5, 2012
Carson Dumbrell
September 5, 2015
Harvey Laneman
September 6, 2003
Craig Valsvig
September 7, 1995
Samantha Pacheco
September 7, 2006
Jennifer Lynn Rice
September 8, 1996
Charlie Bremer
September 8, 1998
Hector Hernandez
September 8, 2003
John Joseph Richardson
September 8, 2007
Ashley Robinson
September 8, 2007
Christopher Balassa
September 8, 2015
David Laguna
September 9, 1998
Jesus Jesse Carrion
September 9, 2003
Hector Hernandez
September 9, 2003
Timothy Vallejo
September 9, 2003
Daniel Duran &
Johnathon Perez
September 9, 2006
Richard Wren
September 9, 2015
Dana Wolf
September 10, 2002
Gabriel Olivas
September 10, 2005
Hugh John Turley
September 11, 2001
Rene A. L. Carrill
September 11, 2010
Michelle Rasmussen
September 11, 2011
Brian Seth Pattison
September 12, 1998
Christopher Acosta
September 12, 1999
Ryan Tharaldson
September 12, 2004
Alexis Rumer
September 12, 2016
Melissa Jean Gutowski
September 13, 2001
Jamie Alayne Cooksey
September 14, 1990
Jeanine Crane
September 14, 2005
Todd Lee DeGain
September 14, 2005
Eloy V. Molina III
September 14, 2008
Cynthia Rivkin
September 14, 2016
Ed Bernero
September 15, 1998
Albert Barragon
September 15, 2000
Jesse D. Hernandez
September 15, 2002
Joseph Carnesi
September 16, 1997
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.”
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Continued. . .
Daniel Kerezman
September 16, 2001
Richard Benson, Jr.
September 16, 2006
Juan Eduardo Vergarra
September 17, 2010
Tina Marie Kristynik
September 18, 1985
Venessa Marie Mendez
September 18, 2005
Scott Michael Johnson
September 18, 2010
Carrissa Camille Horton
& Ethan Nichols
September 18, 2011
Deborah Ann St. Germain
September 19, 2001
Christopher J. Worden
September 19, 2002
Nicholas Salazar
September 19, 2014
Clint Hill
September 20, 1993
Damien Shawn Semus
September 20, 1999
Fantana Armijo
September 20, 2007
Melanie Beth Bernas
September 21, 1993
Wayne Southerland
September 21, 1995
Chris Doyle
September 21, 1998
Ragan Durrenberger
September 21, 1998
Seth Hall
September 21, 2006
Heath Bennett Zemler
September 21, 2006
Jon (Jonathon) Bria
September 22, 1996
Yuri Von Jesse
September 22, 1996
Alex “Alejandro” Pina
September 22, 2002
Arkadiusz “Arek” Domakeczny
September 23, 2006
Ragan Pride
September 23, 2007
Trever Metheny
September 23, 2008
Karen Bohl
September 24, 1994
Nicholas Jones
September 24, 1994
Liana Marissa Sandoval
September 25, 2001
David Engelking
September 25, 2004
Ryan Olson
September 25, 2005
Jess Sixkiller
September 25, 2015
Bill Zara
September 26, 1999
Garrett Hohn
September 26, 2008
Robert Lee Johnson
September 26, 2008
Andrew Christopher Speroni
September 26, 2011
Adam Benjamin Clark
September 27, 1983
Ted Mathias
September 28, 2002
Robert Diaz
September 28, 2004
Venessa Marie Mendez
September 28, 2005
Pamela Pitts
September 29, 1988
Patty Hardman
September 29, 1992
Denzel Garland
September 29, 1999
Michael “Eddie” Cordova
September 30, 2000
Every effort is made to
ensure accuracy on these
pages. Please notify us
immediately with any errors
or changes.
*Every effort is made
to ensure accuracy on
this page. Please call
ASAP with changes.
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VALLEY OF THE SUN CHAPTER NEWS
TRIAL, JUDICIAL & ARREST UPDATES
None reported this month.
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with each and every family member as they endure this difficult
process.
IN LOVING MEMORY GIFT DONATIONS (THANK YOU!)
(*All donations are tax deductible: Our chapter exists on the generosity of others, grants, and
fundraisers)
♥ Joe & Karen Acuna in loving memory of their son, Michael James Acuna.
♥ Sandy & Paulino Navarro in very loving memory of their son, Michael Garcia.
♥ Don & Beckie Miller in very loving memory of their son, Brian Ray Miller.
♥ Carolee Holbrook in very loving memory of her son, Brett Holbrook.
CORPORATE & OTHER DONATIONS THANK YOU! UNITED WAY (Please Note: the write-in number to designate funds to our chapter through your employee
contributions is 0772). You must use this number for designating any funds to go to our chapter. Our chapter
name is not listed except by number. Donations from Melissa Mersch in memory of her son, Matthew,
Christine Busch in memory of her son, Erik, and Lisa Tamborkski-Bishop in loving memory of her son, Alex.
AMERICAN EXPRESS - donations from Norma Yanez, anonymous, and Lindison Y. Webb in honor of
Del Edward Webb, and Tara E. Williams in memory of her brother Kirk Best and mom, Sally Whitney.
An anonymous donation was made to our chapter from one of our members and we are grateful.
COLD CASE REGISTRY FOR HOMICIDES (PHOENIX POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Phoenix Police Department has a Cold Case Registry on line. The link is
http://phoenix.gov/police/investigations/coldcase/index.html.
COLD CASE REGISTRY FOR HOMICIDES MCSO (SHERIFF'S OFFICE
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office has a cold case registry for any victim, victim's family member, or other
lawful representative of a victim of a cold case who requests to be included in the registry. This process
provides law enforcement with an avenue to contact family when there are new developments in the case.
In order to submit a request, please contact the MCSO Homicide Unit. Telephone: 602-876-1087. E-mail:
SPEAKER INFORMATION MEETING
Our speaker this month featured Joseph Grossman, a survivor of domestic violence as a child. His mother
was paralyzed from the neck down in a murder attempt for hire by her husband, Joseph’s father. Joseph was
then abused by his stepfather until his grandparents retired and began caring for him, his siblings and his
mother. Joseph shared how his mom, despite not being able to move at all, became proactive and formed a
foundation to help abused kids, won an award from President Bush, speaks about victims’ rights issues and
even as a paraplegic, raised 3 kids. She has also written a book now in the editing stages. And while she was
told she would only live 5-years or less, she has managed to make it to 20-years, largely because of her strong
will and determination to make something out of the tragedy she was thrust into. Joseph works on policies,
legislation and special projects for the County Attorney’s Office as his way of making a difference and firmly
believes that until every conversation regarding victims’ issues includes the voice of the victims, there will
never be true change. The system still needs to work toward humanizing their programs and services,
especially in the court process. He also expressed that it amazes him how few programs help victims with their
needs after crime changes their lives but the inmates always have access to services, and this must change. He
reminds us our stories, voices and experiences can be used to exact change and is grateful for organizations like
POMC and Arizona Voice for Crime Victims for helping victims.
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We thank Joseph for sharing with us and answering questions about his journey through what life should
never be about and reminding us of hope and resiliency.
FRY’S COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM FUNDRAISER FOR OUR CHAPTER
Our chapter is now a part the Fry’s Community Rewards program. If you shop there, can simply sign up (one
time only) to connect your VIP card and we will get a percentage of proceeds. Just go to
http://www.frysfood.com, select Register, under Sign In information, enter your email and create a password.
Select User Card # and enter your Fry's VIP number, last name and zip code. Under Select Your Preferred
Store, enter zip code of that store. Select Find Your Store then select Create Account. You will be prompted to
confirm your email. Click the hyperlink to finish creating your Online Account. If you already have an Online
Account with Fry's, you can skip this and go to https://frysfood.com/topic/community?activePage=community-
rewards-2. Select Sign In and enter your email and password. Select My Account and then Account Settings
from drop down menu. Click Edit under Community Awards. Under Find Your Organization, select box next
to POMC and enter the NPO number #29432. Save changes and you are good to go. If you have registered
correctly, you should see our organization information listed under "Community Rewards" on your account
summary page. Thanks for your support.
AMAZON SMILE FOUNDATION
We are also part of Amazon Smiles in which a portion of your purchases goes to our chapter. If you use our
special link, you will automatically be asked if you want to support our chapter, Valley of the Sun.
https://smile.amazon.com/ch/31-122548
CHAPTER SIBLING COORDINATOR Amanda (Harris) Labelle is our Sibling Coordinator and provides support for siblings outside of meetings.
You can reach her by phone for more information at 623-866-3189. Amanda lost her brother, Joshua, to murder
and understands the sibling grief in a way only a sibling can.
AFFIRMATION OF POMC NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
“It shall be the policy of Parents Of Murdered Children, Inc., to provide equal membership/employment service
opportunities to all eligible persons without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, age, sex,
sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, disabilities, membership in any labor organization, political
affiliation, and for employment only, height, weight, and record of arrest without conviction.”
*If you feel you have been discriminated against you may file a complaint with our National Office, 4960
Ridge Avenue, Suite 2, Cincinnati, Ohio 45209. www.pomc.org (513) 721-5683
To refer a complaint to an appropriate investigating entity:
Office for Civil Rights
Office of Justice Programs
U.S. Department of Justice
810 7th
Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20531 www.ojp.gov
In order to file with the federal Office for Civil Rights (OCR), two forms must be downloaded from the internet
and submitted in writing to the ORC. The forms can be found at www.ojp.gov/about/ocr/complaint.htm.
Arizona Department of Public Safety
VOCA Administration
Civil Rights Coordinator
PO Box 6638 - MD 1320
Phoenix AZ 85005-6638 (602) 223-2491 www.azdps.gov/services/crime_victims
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NEWS FROM NATIONAL POMC ☺ CINCINNATI OHIO OFFICE☺ 4960 Ridge Avenue, Ste 2, Cincinnati OH 45209
888-818-7662 Website: www.pomc.org
• SAVE THE DATE: The 2018 National Conference will be held in Washington DC August 2 -5. So plan
ahead to attend and enjoy our nation’s Capitol. as well as the experience of healing and learning that our
conferences provide. More information to follow soon.
•The POMC CATALOG has been added to the home page on the website. Please check out the website
www.pomc.org for our inventory of sale items. Some of the items are new and are available for purchase. Some
of the older items are on sale.
●SURVIVORS NEWSLETTER: The National Newsletter is going green and we are currently in the process
of getting email addresses and switching over. If you do not have a computer or access to one, you will still
receive a hard copy if you notify the National Office. There is a lot of time put in to creating, editing and
assembling the Newsletter for distribution, thus we will still charge $10 for the subscription. POMC's effort to
be more cost effective, generate some income, and going green make it a logical step to take.
●DONATIONS AND SUPPORT OF NATIONAL POMC: There are many ways to help with much needed
funds for POMC including any items you buy on Amazon.com, as well as if you shop the Kroger Stores. It is
very simple and does not cost you anything and yet your purchase allows a percentage from these companies to
go directly to National. Please go on-line to www.pomc.org and see how you can sign up for this or contact
Bev Warnock - [email protected]
●AUTO DONATIONS: We are encouraging all chapters and contact persons to get involved with POMC
Debit Authorization. You can now donate to NATIONAL POMC by setting up an automatic withdrawal from
your bank account to National. Contact National for a debit authorization form. This is a fast and easy way to
make a donation to National to help us help others. Your donation is withdrawn at the same time of the month,
each month, and no amount is too small. We appreciate your help during these difficult economic times.
●PAROLE BLOCK PROGRAM: To date, this program has kept more than 1563 prisoners who committed
murders from being released early. Parole Block was begun in 1990 and all members across the United States
whose loved one’s killer is up for early release/parole consideration can file a petition with National that is sent
nationwide for signatures protesting their release.
SECOND OPINION SERVICES: A program that provides second opinions on unsolved or complicated
cases by a national board comprised solely of experts in the medical, law enforcement and investigative fields.
For more information on SOS, please visit the website at www.pomc.org
MURDER IS NOT ENTERTAINMENT (MINE) PROGRAM: Through this program, POMC raises
public awareness to the insensitivity of murder as entertainment through toys, games, murder mystery
weekends, drive-by shooting fashions, serial killer trading cards, and anything that glamorizes violence.
BIG TURN OFF: This is an annual event, each January, in which citizens are asked to turn off their
televisions for one evening during prime-time hours to protest the violence on television.
MURDER WALL: A traveling tribute honoring the memories of murder victims. A photo album is also
available with each plaque. Currently, the cost is $75 to add your loved ones’ names to the Walnut Plaques that
comprise the Murder Wall. You have two pages for the photo album to add information, poetry or pictures.
SILENCED VOICES: A program begun in January 2002, which advocates for the vigorous investigation
and prosecution of those responsible for the murder of abused children. The first case was that of Brandi
Conley. POMC was instrumental in bringing charges against her parents.
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Alexis Jo Rumer 19 years old
Died: September 12, 2016
Poetic Poem Just For Today
Give me your help Lord, to live this one day.
One knot to unravel, one problem to weigh.
One path to discover and choose the right turn.
One worry to conquer; one lesson to learn.
One moment of gladness to overcome pain.
One glimpse of the sunlight, one touch of the rain.
No one can see what is coming tomorrow;
Nor tell if its hours will bring laughter or sorrow.
So I’ll turn to your love and with perfect trust say,
“Lord, give me your help to live this one day.”
Author Unknown
Hopes and Dreams So Early Lost (Grandchild Loss)
My dear, dear grandchild,
Brought together at such a cost,
Hopes and dreams so early lost.
The moon and stars belong to you,
But I don’t know what to do.
Heaven shines your resilient love,
As I look for you above.
Wait for me by the garden gate,
I promise I won’t be late.
Our memories will be my guide,
Your bright love will be my light.
Remember, the one I adore,
Together, we’ll be once more.
(By Nana's Corner 2008)
September is National Grandparents Day. For our grandparents who lost their grandchild
we are thinking about you. Keep taking care of and being good to yourselves.
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THE COURAGE TO GRIEVE (A Weekend Retreat of Hope and Healing in the Pines)
October 20 - 22 in beautiful PINE, ARIZONA
Our chapter is hosting our twenty-eighth, self-help, rewarding weekend of The Courage To
Grieve, to face the many overwhelming and difficult emotions that are the aftermath of murder and
are often compounded by the intrusion and frustration of the judicial process. Beneath the
explosive emotions of rage, hate, and revenge lay the more primary feelings of pain, fear and
helplessness. Unresolved, these emotions can cause survivors to feel they are losing their minds.
The isolation survivors feel from those who will not or cannot deal with the impact of the loss,
leave survivors alone with their grief or discourage them from grieving at all. An integral part of
this weekend will be an examination of love, tenderness and affection, relaxation techniques and
the encouragement to move forward, uncover and experience within a safe environment of others
who truly understand. The retreat has been designed to influence the reconstruction of a new life -
a life that has a renewed sense of purpose, though forever changed by murder.
The weekend begins with dinner on Friday night. Those attending will all meet at the cabin in
Pine, at 5:00 pm, with introductions to the group. This cabin was purchased by the Fornoffs
specifically for retreats; Christy Ann, Roger’s and Carol’s daughter, was killed in Tempe, in 1984,
while collecting money for her newspaper delivery route. Our chapter has hosted 28 retreats at the
Fornoff’s cabin, surrounded by the beautiful and peaceful pines.
The retreat cost is no charge to our families, as we work to obtain grant funds. Meals are home-
cooked and served family style as if you were at home. Roger is a very good cook and he loves
doing so. Space is limited to a maximum of 17, so reserve your spot now. *While no charge to
attend, we do need a deposit of $25 (per person attending). which will be refunded to you after your
participation that weekend. (check or cash, please)
Many of those who have attended the weekend retreats will tell you, though it is hard emotional
work, it is very beneficial and rewarding. Husbands and wives, siblings, all family members should
attend together and learn that while we each grieve differently and had our own relationship with
our loved ones, we all share the pain and the trauma of losing a loved one to murder.
Please sign me up for the grief retreat in Pine. Deposit - $25, check or cash)
Name:_________________________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________________City:__________State: _____Zip________
Phone: Home:____________ Cell:_____________ E-mail: ___________________________
Need to Carpool _____
Any questions, please call Beckie @ (602) 254-8818 or E-mail [email protected]
*Mail form to POMC, Valley of the Sun Chapter, 19620 North 38th Avenue, Glendale AZ
85308-2215
*Map, info on what to bring, and an information questionnaire will be mailed after sign up.
Please join Parents Of Murdered Children, Valley of the Sun Chapter
"for the Families and Friends of those who have died by violence" DATE: Saturday, September 23, 2017
WHERE: Enchanted Island Amusement Park, 1202 West Encanto Boulevard, Phoenix TIME: 4:30 pm (check in) EVENT START: 5:00 pm
RSVP attendance to [email protected] or call 602-254-8818 (leave message)
*Our guest speaker will be Phoenix Police Chief, Jeri L. Williams. There will be an honor guard from Arizona Department of Corrections and a dove release as well as our teddy bear raffle. Members may bring teddy bears dressed to represent a hobby or something their loved one liked so we can raffle them off to participating attendees. You can purchase raffle tickets for $1 each or 6 for $5. We will have a catered picnic dinner immediately following our event. There will also be a Moon Bounce for the children and volleyball and horseshoes which are available at the park. You will get a wristband that will allow you free rides in the amusement park after the event ends and meal. ►►► Please RSVP for the event so we have the catering count and for chair rental.
*Bring your teddy bears either directly to the event or beforehand to a meeting.
NIGHT OF GIVING
Enchanted Island Amusement Park
Fundraiser to benefit Parents Of Murdered
Children, Valley of the Sun Chapter
Thursday, September 28, 4:30 – 7:30 pm.
$6 admission gets unlimited rides
(funds will go towards our National Day of Remembrance
Commemoration Event)
• Gate admission includes unlimited rides
• All gate proceeds benefit POMC
• Regular height restrictions apply on all rides
• All employees of Enchanted Island are
volunteering; without their commitment these
nights would not be possible
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VALLEY OF THE SUN
BOARD OF DIRECTORS (2016)
Beckie Miller, Chapter-Leader .......... .(623) 582-2406 Don Miller, Treasurer ....................... .(623) 582-2406
Claudia Marco, Co-Leader/Secretary..(480) 290-3908
Amanda Labelle, Co-Leader................(623) 866-3189 Kathy Hernandez,................................(623) 707-6825 Tim Osolin ....................................... ...(602) 615-7096 Mary Wallace……………………….…..(602) 448-9425 Denise Brewer..……………………......(917) 696-2928 Sandy Navarro.....................................(480) 695-4789 Paulino Navarro...................................(602) 828-1106 Arrow McCullough...............................(602) 677-5258 (Volunteers) Carolee Holbrook - Office Assistance Denise Brewer - Anniversary Note Writer Kathy Hernandez - Facebook Page Coordinator
CONTACT NUMBERS
SIBLING SUPPORT: Amanda (Harris) Labelle is our
chapter's Sibling Coordinator providing support for
siblings. Her contact info is 623-866-3189 or email is:
POMC VOICE MESSAGING)....................(602) 254-8818
Chapter E-mail.……………………. [email protected]
Chapter Fax: .................................................(623) 582-0917
CRISIS LINE/MOBILE CRISIS TEAM
Empact Crisis Line ............................ ..(480) 784-4949
OTHER HELP LINES
Teen Lifeline.......................................…...(602) 248-8336
GrandCare (Grandparents help line) .....(602) 274-5022
Crime Victims Legal Assistance Project (480) 965-5640
MCAO Victim Services.............................(602) 506-8522
Crime Victim Compensation....................(602) 506-4955
♥♥♥ THANKS FOR CARING ♥♥♥ To the Mountain View Police Precinct for donating our meeting rooms. To the Department of Public Safety (VOCA), for the grant for our newsletter, and everyone who has donated gifts of their time, talents and energy to our chapter activities. With your help, we are able to continue the outreach that is needed by our community.
Memorial Wall Order Form
Please add my loved one’s name to the “Valley of the
Sun Memorial Wall in their Memories.” Each
Nameplate is $10. Our wall is displayed at many
special events across the valley during the year.
NAME__________________________________
Age:___________ Murder date: _____________
Picture Board
___ Check here if sending picture for the picture
board & Holiday Memorial Video (no cost).
You may email picture to [email protected]
Chapter Bracelets
Red and black with words “Always in our Hearts.” $3
each # ordered _____
Chapter Window Decals
$10 each for auto or home with our logo and chapter
information: # ordered _____
*Make all checks or money orders out to POMC
*Mail to 19620 North 38th Avenue
Glendale AZ 85308-2215
Call 602-254-8818 and leave a message if you wish
to pay by credit card. Minimum $20 order
“The Journey” Memorial Page Order Form (newsletter)
Please reserve: □ ½ page (suggested donation of $10)
□ Full pg (suggested donation of $20)
Month you wish memorial to appear in: ________________
Loved One’s Name________________________________
Age _____
Date of Death_______________
YOUR Name_____________________________________
YOUR Phone Number______________________________
YOUR E-MAIL __________________________________
A half page will hold a picture and short poem OR message,
depending on space. If a photo is included, please provide
identification of the person on the back. If you wish the photo to
be returned include a self-addressed stamped envelope, big
enough for the picture to fit in. Unless otherwise specified,
location, size and structure of the text and picture will be at
editor’s discretion and space permitting.
**We also, if space is available, print "Survivor to Survivor"
stories if you would like to send in a one page, single spaced and
typed document. Also, if you have written poetry about your loss
or have a favorite poem to share with others. We do edit for
misspellings and or profanity. There is no charge for these
items, either poetry or shared stories.
*Return this form with your material for The Journey by the 10th
of the month preceding the issue you wish it to appear in; for
example: September 10 for October's newsletter, etc.
*A donation for the memorial page can be made by sending a
check made out to POMC and mailed in care of:
POMC
Valley of the Sun Chapter
19620 North 38th Avenue
Glendale AZ 85308-2215
Return Address PARENTS OF MURDERED CHILDREN, INC. VALLEY OF THE SUN CHAPTER
19620 North 38th Avenue Glendale AZ 85308-2215 (602) 254-8818
WHY WE ARE HERE: MISSION STATEMENT: “POMC makes the difference through ongoing emotional support, education, prevention, advocacy, and awareness.” VISION STATEMENT: “To provide support and assistance to all survivors of homicide victims while working to create a world free of murder.” This project is supported by Grant No. 2014-VA-GX-0018 from the US Department of Justice - Office for Victims of Crime. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the US DOJ or the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
Parents Of Murdered Children, Inc., is a self-help organization dedicated to the aftermath of murder. The success of its mission depends upon the participation of the families and friends of those lost to murder. POMC number (602) 254-8818
