Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Ansonia biker benefit raises $10,000 for DAV

Biker bash organizers present funds to DAV. / Contributed photo



Biker bash organizer Dick Lupkas, center, and Dennis Jones, on his right, donated a $10,000 check  to the Disabled American Vets,  Chapter  11, Naugatuck Valley division. Others in photo are  DAV Chapter Commander Dave Opotzner, holding check, second commander Tom Cannavaro, far right, and member Joe Rannazzisi, far left. The money was raised at a recent Biker Bash at Warsaw Park in Ansonia. An additional $5,000 was donated to the American  Legion. Lupkas said DAV Chapter 11 "donates every penny to disabled veterans who need it." 

Photo contributed by Dick Lupkas of Derby.

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