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in the SHODAIR SPOTLIGHT Nearly 250 people work at Shodair, each of them performing a variety of functions. Some work in positions with more visibility to the public, such as seeing patients at the hospital's many genetic outreach clinics across the state, or perhaps giving presentations about Shodair's programs and services to civic groups. Many other dedicated employees work behind the scenes, making sure the hospital's patients eat nutritious meals or learn to express themselves through recreation therapy. Dave and Linda Bossell are two of the people whose work ensures Shodair's continued ability to serve the needs of Montanans. Dave is a 21-year veteran employee whose role as Chief Maintenance Engineer encompasses a range of responsibilities to keep Shodair's 90,000 square foot facility running smoothly. He supervises a staff of twelve, who maintain the interior and exterior of the building, and provide housekeeping and laundry services to the hospital's patients. Linda is Shodair's Payroll and Accounts Payable Clerk, a position she's held for nearly one dozen years. Linda says, “I enjoy the people here and the work that I do, especially the payroll aspect of my job. I like to see the satisfaction our employees have of doing good work and getting paid for it.” The Bossells were both raised in Helena and attended Helena High School. They met when Linda was a senior, and married in 1973. Dave studied electrical engineering in college for one year, and then started working in his dad's construction company, building many homes in the Helena area. Prior to working at Shodair, Linda was an office manager for a local dermatologist for many years until the physician retired. Dave & Linda Bossell will continue to be a part of children's lives—that means a lot to me.” Linda echoes that sentiment, saying, “I'm proud to work at Shodair, seeing our staff help kids on the road to recovery so they can lead healthy, normal lives.” Being married and working together can present certain challenges, but the Bossells have found ways over the years that enable them to keep home and office separate. “Dave says, “We try to keep things at work very professional, and understand that sometimes our positions require us to keep certain information confidential.” Linda emphasizes, “Work stays at work, and home stays at home.” When they are not at Shodair, the Bossells spend their leisure time being outside as much as they can. Linda loves horses, and owns four of them. Dave enjoys all the hunting and fishing opportunities the region has to offer. The couple also enjoys spending time with their daughter, Stephanie, and their two grandchildren, ages 12 and 5. Shodair appreciates the Bossells for all the work they do behind the scenes to make sure the hospital runs smoothly for our business partners, staff, and patients. Thank you, Dave and Linda! While Dave and Linda bring very different skills to Shodair, they share a love of children and an appreciation of the hospital's history and mission. “It's nice to be part of a facility that's been here for over 100 years,” Dave says. “I hope that what we do 20 Reunion
Ruth Durnford: Shodair Baby It was July 1923 and in the small Bitterroot community of Three Mile, Montana, the Mabbott family wanted to adopt a baby boy to add to their family. Frank and Charlotte, both in their fifties, had previously adopted several children, and so they contacted Montana Childrens’ Home and Hospital again, and picked out a baby to adopt. When they arrived in Helena to pick up the baby boy, they were told about a newborn baby girl that probably wouldn’t live much longer unless she received personal care. Unwilling to see this child die, Frank and Charlotte decided to adopt this baby girl and care for her. Every day, Frank hitched up the family horse and buggy and traveled 18 miles to Stevensville to get milk so little Ruth would get better and grow into a healthy child. Growing up on the family farm and playing in the apple and cherry orchards, Ruth enjoyed the love and support of her family and eventually became a registered nurse. She then trained to become a pediatric nurse and moved to Spokane, Washington, where she became the nursing supervisor of the orthopedic and pediatric floor at Sacred Heart Hospital. Ruth and her husband moved back to Montana, finally settling in Butte, where they raised three children of their own. Ruth has long remembered the role Shodair played in her life. When asked her feelings about her experience, Ruth said “My life has certainly been blessed and I’m just so honored to have been a part of what is now Shodair Children’s Hospital. We’ve donated throughout the years and know first hand the wonderful work Shodair does for the children of Montana.” Ruth and her brother Jack pose on the porch of the family home in 1929. Please join Ruth in supporting the children at Shodair with your special gift or by naming Shodair in your will or estate plan. Now more than ever, your gift will make a profound difference in the lives of children here at Shodair.
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Page 5 and 6: Mention the term major depression,
Page 7 and 8: The annual Shodair/Children's Mirac
Page 9 and 10: A cancer risk assessment includes:
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Page 19 and 20: East Meets West Asian Cultures Week
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