The Guzzardo family, staff and volunteers warmed a chilling, drizzly day with their generosity this

Thanksgiving. In all, 300 shut-ins, seniors and families who could use a little help got a meal fit for any table. The line of volunteer vehicles to help deliver the meals ran past the alley and onto McLean Street as within an hour everyone on the list had a meal delivered to their homes or apartments. In summing up the event, John Guzzardo said, "This is such a good community." We couldn't agree more, and we feel blessed to be able to document the day for our readers.

Pictures by Mike Fak

Many who came didn't get a chance to help, as volunteers came in droves.

Nick and John Guzzardo check the list to make sure everyone has gotten a meal.

Before the rush, kitchen help has that look of satisfaction with doing something special for others.

Tony Nemeth brings out another tray of dressing.

Mayor Keith Snyder gets directions on one of his deliveries.

Nick, with John in the background, sorts out the addresses.

The food was as good as it gets.

The volunteer assembly line that got the 300 meals boxed and ready in just over an hour.

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