Crime & Safety
Sheriff Department Hosting Benefit Dinner for 17-Year County Deputy with Cancer
All of the proceeds from the benefit will go to the deputy to help pay for medical expenses.
The Portage County Sheriff's Office is having a benefit dinner for Deputy Gary Smith, who is retiring after being diagnosed with cancer.
Smith, who has served the county for 17 years, is currently undergoing treatment for the illness.
The dinner is planned for June 7 at the Kent Elk’s Club, 2265 E. Erie St. (behind Twin Star Bowling Alley), at 6 p.m. Donation for the dinner is $10. A silent auction will also take place as a part of the event. For more information, see the attached .pdf.
All of the proceeds will go directly to Gary and his family to assist with medical expenses, according to a prepared statement.
Those who cannot attend but wish to make a donation should call Sgt. Cathy Feigert or Det. Danny Burns at 330-678-7012.
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