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Four Seasons at Belle Terre celebrates Olympics with special fundraiser
Special Olympian David Peronti carries the Olympic torch that was used in the 1984 games. TED PFIRRMANN PHOTOS
August 8, 2024
“Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.” That is the oath of the Special Olympics, and anyone would be hard pressed to find a community that embodies that oath more than The Four Seasons at Belle Terre near Lewes. Special Olympians Robyn Campione, Eddie Drake and David Peronti reside there, and together with Tori Moore and Conner Lawson, they took part in an Aug. 2 opening ceremony that started off a full weekend embodying a spirit of unity and perseverance.
In addition to synchronized swimming performances, Olympic trivia, a ping-pong shootout and multiple food trucks, there was a silent auction, all of which netted a total of $9,400 for Special Olympics Delaware.
Tori Moore leads her section of the torch procession. Each Olympian took a turn with the torch.
Special Olympians and their partners line up for some announcements. Shown in back are partners (l-r) Robin Delgado, Wendy Gee, Graham Upton, Patty Smalley and Denis Sternberg. In front are athletes Robyn Campione, Tori Moore, Eddie Drake, Conner Lawson, and David Peronti. At far right are Linda Mazie, SeaScape Property Management director of lifestyle services and event coordinator, back, and Michael Resnick, emcee.
Silent auction items contributed to the fundraising efforts.
Special Olympian Conner Lawson poses with the torch.
Special Olympian David Peronti takes his turn walking with the torch.
Linda Mazie, SeaScape Property Management director of lifestyle services, coordinated the event.
Bob Roos, owner of the torch, is accompanied by his grandchildren (l-r) Everly Verhoosel, 8; Emma Roos, 4; and Elina Verhoosel, 5.
