Chris Dorogy, a Seneca Valley High School Senior in Butler County, PA, is coordinating the "Samuel Bucci Memorial Fishing Tournament" for his senior project to commemorate Sam's favorite pastime.
Sam Bucci was Chris's friend and teammate who tragically drowned with two other young men on Jan. 26 when the SUV they were riding in slid off the road and into a lake.
Chris decided on organizing a fishing tournament to keep the memories of Sam as an avid outdoorsman alive. Chris is hoping that the tournament will be a success so that it can continue every year. He plans on donating all proceeds to a scholarship fund in his good friend's memory. Donations will be collected through entry fees, t-shirts that will be sold, and any other monies donated at the tourney. Chris expresses that the scholarship will go to a senior at Seneca Valley who best exemplifies Sam's admirable qualities. Those eligible for the scholarship are seniors who plan on pursuing higher education at a technical school or university.
It's always difficult to deal with the passing of a good friend no matter how old they are or how old we become. Chris has decided to honor his friend and keep his memory alive, his dedication to honoring Sam and helping others in the process is commendable, inspiring, and COOL!
Here's to you Chris, I am sorry for your loss but am inspired by your efforts to keep your friend's memory alive. Stay positive, stay generous, and STAY COOL!
If you would like to help Chris keep his friend's memory alive and donate to the scholarship fund please attend this COOL fishing tourney-info below:
When: April 3-Registration 6am
Where: Lake Arthur at Rte. 528 boat launch
Cost: $20 adult / $10 students (including college)
Contact for more info: Chris Dorogy 724-766-8795
dkpgh@zoominternet.net
Do you know anyone who has honored a late friend in a COOL way? Who are they and how did they honor them?
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