The Valley Women’s Club joins the community in mourning the death of Annette Marcum on January 18^th. Her unrelenting dedication and love brought relief from hunger and deprivation to thousands of people over the years since she founded Valley Churches United Missi

 Join in celebrating Annette’s life this coming Saturday, February 8, 1 p.m. at Saint Michael’s Catholic Church in Boulder Creek. In commentaries, letters to the editor, and word of mouth, people are grieving for her loss, and another way to celebrate her life is to come to a performance by Lacy J. Dalton in Annette’s honor and a benefit for VCUM. The concert takes place on Sunday, February 16^th, 5-7 pm, at the Green Hills Event Center, 1500 Green Hills Rd., Scotts Valley. Click here for more information.

She inspired hundreds to volunteer and donate and participate. We will continue to revere her memory by supporting VCUM and by honoring volunteers in her name through the Hammer-Marcum Award in years to come. Her energy was boundless as she brought love and a real home to the ten foster children she raised. She will be remembered both for her smile and her determination.