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2008 Opening Ceremony

 

Self Advocate, Michael McNesby will kick-off the Buddy Walk by singing Frank Sinatra's "My Way"!

Michael loves music. His favorite performers are Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, and the Monkees.  Though he loves listening to music, he enjoys singing more.  Michael also loves Special Olympics.  He is a member of the Thunderbears.  Bowling and Bocci ball are his favorite sports.

Michael is 48 years old and is one of six McNesby children.  He works three days a week at Elwyn Institute in Wilmington and loves his job.  He lives with his sister Teesie and her husband John during the week and he spends weekends and vacations with his sister and brother-in-law, Trish and Jay, brother and sister-in-law, Joe and Sharon, brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Debbie, and
brother Dan.  Michael is without a doubt the heart and soul of the McNesby family. Michael sings "My Way" by Frank Sinatra at all family celebrations and will open our 2008 Buddy Walk singing it his way.

Self Advocate, Brad Hennefer from the Golf For Life Foundation will tee up a 5th Anniversary Buddy Walk Gold Ball to swing into the audience during the opening ceremony.       Brad will also host a "mini" golf clinic after the walk! 

Brad is 19 years and lives in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, with his family.  He attends Cherry Hill East High School, where he is a senior, and works part-time at the local grocery store.  Brad enjoys listening to music, watching movies, hanging out with his many friends, and playing sports.  He has participated in Special Olympics basketball, golf and weight lifting, winning several gold and silver medals.  He also plays on his high school varsity basketball and golf teams.

   

 

DSA of Delaware Buddy Spotlight Hour on the Main Stage

 1:30 - 2:30pm

Enjoy live performances from a few of our buddies.  Each performance will be approximately 5 - 7 minutes.  Here is a list of our line-up:

  • Diamond Elite Cheerleading Team
  • The Delaware Starz Cheerleading Team
  • ATA Karate Demonstration
  • The New Castle Dance Academy