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Celtics Recognize the "Heroes Among Us"
New England is home to many individuals who have made an overwhelming impact on our community, positively affecting the lives of others. For the fourth season, the Boston Celtics will recognize an individual or individuals at each home game who have made a special contribution.
2001-02 HEROES:
2000-01 HEROES:
Here are the April 2002 Heroes Among Us:
 Dana Laurendeau and Darrin Dawley (pictured with Antoine Walker and Eric Snow) |
Dana Laurendeau and Darrin Dawley
Just last week, Dana and Darrin heard a loud explosion coming from the Mass Pike. The two ran to the scene, scaled an 8-foot fence, and discovered a wrecked car in the middle of the highway, with a woman and her young daughter trapped inside. As flames began to engulf the car, the brothers ran out amid rush-hour traffic to save the pair. Even as the fire spread, they were able to rescue the woman from the wreckage. They then used a fire extinguisher to put out the flames, which gave rescue workers valuable time to free the child. Both mother and child were treated for their injuries and are on the road to recovery.
 Reverend Dr. Gloria White Hammond (pictured with Antoine Walker and Eric Snow) |
Reverend Dr. Gloria White Hammond
Dr. Hammond returned last week from her second mission this year to the war-torn nation of Sudan. Dr. Hammond, on behalf of the Boston-based American Anti-Slavery Group, was able to successfully negotiate the freedom of over 6,000 slaves. Dr. Hammond also provided medical care to slaves disfigured by abusive owners. During a July 2001 trip, she helped free another 6,000 enslaved women and children, and she hopes to return with female leaders to form partnerships with Sudanese women’s groups.
 Dr. Roseanna Means (pictured with Paul Pierce and Shareef Adbur-Rahim) |
Dr. Roseanna Means
Dr. Means’ patients come from two different worlds – in addition to her solo practice in Wellesley, she also spends much of her time caring for Boston’s homeless women. Three years ago, she founded “Women of Means”, which provides free health care to women living in shelters. Funded by the income from her private practice, Dr. Means has nine women doctors as well as Harvard medical students working at her clinic. With over 2,500 patient visits last year alone, Women of Means is committed to providing life-saving care to often overlooked homeless women.
 The Ginley Family (pictured with Antoine Walker and Allan Houston) |
The Ginley Family
To his family, John Ginley had always been a hero, but on September 11th, he became a hero to our entire nation. Lieutenant Ginley was one of 343 New York City firefighters who lost their lives in New York City on September 11th. Firefighting is a way of life in John’s family -- his father and three of his brothers are all firefighters. The Ginleys represented not only John, but all the brave firefighters who lost their lives that day. That night, we were honored to be joined by over 300 New York City firefighters sitting in the stands.
 Rosemary Bowers (pictured with Antoine Walker and Alonzo Mourning) |
Rosemary Bowers
After seeing a news story about a child with a terminal illness, Rosemary founded A Wish Come True, an organization dedicated to granting wishes to children in New England living with life-threatening disease. Beginning with 12 wishes in 1982, A Wish Come True filled their 1,000 wish last year! Over the years, the group has introduced children to their favorite celebrities and athletes and has granted trips to the Super Bowl, Disney World, the All-Star Game and even the Olympics. Working with an all-volunteer staff, their goal is to make sure that every child has their wish come true.
 Cam Neely (pictured with Antoine Walker and Kobe Bryant) |
Cam Neely
Cam was a Boston Bruins star for over a decade, but on this night, he was recognized for his efforts off the ice. After losing both his parents to cancer, he and his family began The Cam Neely Foundation in 1995 to help other families dealing with the disease. He built The Neely House, a bed-and-breakfast style home that accommodates families receiving treatment at New England Medical Center. Since opening its doors in 1997, the House has provided understanding and support for over 650 families. In 2000, The Neely Foundation expanded, launching The Neely Cancer Fund, which is dedicated to raising money toward finding a cure for this deadly disease.
