Have a Hart Memorial Benefit a Go!

It has been nearly a month since the passing of Kelly Hart, who fought a long battle with cancer. Her bravery and faith in God was a lesson and inspiration to all who had the privilege of knowing her. Although some time has passed since that day, the pain is still fresh in the hearts of those closest to her.

Her daughter, Kayla Borden, is beside herself trying to understand why, and as she does so, her life appears to be in a holding pattern, for she doesn’t know how she will recover. But Kayla didn’t realize that her mother affected those around her in a most special way. As she copes with the loss, those friends leapt in to action.

Kayla recently had a minor car accident that disabled her car. She was not hurt in the ordeal, but the damage to the vehicle would cost several thousand dollars to repair. There are other things, financially speaking, but the point is, friends understand well that it’s difficult losing the closest person whom you’ve had a lifetime bond with and having to cope with the rigors of life at the same time. It was her best friend. There’s no other relationship as strong as a mother and daughters.

Kelly’s husband in spirit, Bobby Harper, took on additional jobs to try helping Kayla. He understands the financial strain, and could use some help as well. As they heal, friends feel it is their duty to step up by spreading the word and helping with donation efforts.

Kayla loves music, so friends decided to look around for a band in order to do a memorial benefit that will not only help Kayla, but also celebrate the sparkling life of Kelly Hart. They didn’t have to look far. It just happened that Dade City band DC Country have members who are close to Kelly and the family, and it was decided without a second thought when asked to do the benefit.

“When and where,” said band members.

DC Country

Lining up the memorial benefit was a challenge at times, but friends of the family pulled it off. The event was dubbed Have a Hart Memorial Benefit, and a Facebook page was created to spread the word. It goes without saying that friends piled into the social media site, with offers to assist in any way they could.

Organizers have announced the venue, and this serves as the press release for the Have a Hart Memorial Benefit. It’s slated for Saturday, March 22nd, at the VFW Post 4283 Hall in Dade City. The event begins at 4 PM, when dinner will be served. Pulled pork and sides will be offered between 4 and 6 PM. Children are welcome before 7 PM. VFW will serve all alcoholic beverages.

Further information concerning the event is still forthcoming, as volunteers scout local businesses for merchandise and services to be used in raffles and other activities. Thus far, there have been many commitments. All donors are urged to contact Have a Hart Memorial Benefit for instructions on how to help.

Have a Hart. See you there!