Franklin D. Roosevelt Home

In side Franklin D. Roosevelt House

Burial site of The Roosevelt's in the Rose Garden

Storm King Mountain, New York

Niagara Falls, New York

This is Petey's first trip to New York. We were not able to go into Canada no passports. Next year!

Kingston, New York

Mayor Steve Noble Kingston, NY

January 1, 2016

Photo taken by: 

Daniel Torres

Deputy Supervisor of New Paltz, NY  

In Honor of....

Thank you ZERO for the picture!)

Today, September 28, 2016, Ray and Linda's 33rd Wedding Anniversary, we honor the families, friends, caregivers, survivors and those lost to prostate cancer. You are not alone. We stand united for education, prevention and treatment of this disease.

Berea, Ohio 2016

Thank you Berea, Ohio City Council for your support with a Resolution!

Brunswick, Ohio

We attended the Brunswick, Ohio City Council meeting for a reading and presentation of their Proclamation for Prostate Cancer Awareness month. Before the meeting started we met a 5 year Survivor of prostate cancer. He was one of the 35,000 residents of Brunswick and was there for a Proclamation reading of a different cause. Funny how people cross our paths and always for a reason. Thank you Mayor Falconi for your support!

Senator Sherrod Brown

Mr. And Mrs. Hoeter:

Thank you for sharing your and your husband’s journey with prostate cancer. As a spouse, I understand why this issue is important to you, and I am encouraged by your passion and commitment. Letters and calls from individuals like you continue to inspire my work.

I have shared your story with the legislative staff in my office who monitor health issues. If my office can provide any assistance, please call 1-888-896-6446.

At the federal level, I will continue to support policies that promote research and innovation into treatments and ultimately, cures, for diseases like prostate cancer. Cancer takes a tremendous toll on the nation, and finding cures for its many virulent forms should be a top priority for policymakers. Research by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) has been crucial in developing better treatments, lowering the chance of death from the disease, and improving the quality of life for cancer patients. A renewed commitment to NIH and NCI research will help scientists explore new ways to prevent, detect, diagnose, and treat cancer. This is why I remain supportive of robust and reliable funding for NIH.

Between your husband’s service to our country and your service to raising awareness for prostate cancer, your family has displayed a true commitment to protecting and caring for Ohioans. I am grateful for your contributions. Thank you again for getting in touch with me.
                                                       Sincerely,                                                          Sherrod Brown
                                                            United States Senator

The General Assembly Of The Senate of Ohio

The Board of Commissioners of Adams County 2016

Centerville, Ohio 2016

Gratis, Ohio 2016

Kingston, New York 2016

Ray's Hometown 
I got the email today!
#AvocateforProstateCancerAwareness

Subject RE: Proclamation for National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Hi Ray,

Thank you for reaching out to the Mayor’s office with this important request.

We have prepared a proclamation, which can be picked up at your convenience. If you have a tentative date/time that you plan to come by, please let me know so I can be sure to be in the office upon your arrival. Thank you.

Lynsey Timbrouck
Mayoral Confidential Secretary
City Hall
420 Broadway
Kingston, New York 12401
(p) 845-334-3902
(f) 845-334-3904

Powell, Ohio 2016

Thank you Mayor Lorenz and City of Powell for your support. I look forward to next year with your continued support. Also looking forward to the Landmark lighting consideration in 2017.

Wauseon, Ohio 2016

Mayors Challenge

I Mayor (name)of  the (City/Village) challenge Mayor (name) of the (City/Village) to support Prostate Cancer Awareness month in September. I have signed a Proclamation in support and now Challenge you!

Ashtabula, Ohio 2016

Why a Walnut?

This is Petey The Prostate Crusader!

I created him late 2009 when I learned that the walnut is the size of the prostate. Our group leader passed around a plain walnut and said this is the size of a normal prostate. I have a creative brain and started thinking of what I can add to make a walnut into a Mascot. As you can see Petey was born! The one in the middle is original Petey design. Then there has been some more changes to him, by adding pipe cleaners and feet. Later on I started adding more things to him. Giving him clothes and making different scenes with him. 

Petey turned into a Adventurous little nut in his life and has shared them on this blog. As I have become visually impaired and can not make the scenes like I use to there is a Petey with a camera that he can still take pictures when he is out raising the awareness when he is with me. 

Petey with the Red, White and Blue has is his Washington, DC outfit. Each year we attend the ZERO Summit in DC and on the last day of the summit. We meet with Senators and Congress Members on Capitol Hill. Petey has been on the Hill for the past four years and now when I walk in the door of a couple of the offices.

 I hear where is Petey? 

Now I am known as Petey's Mom!

Petey being Petey

Petey says....