"Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones. A legacy is etched into the minds of others and the stories they share about you." -Shannon Adler
One of the simplest ways to leave your Legacy in your community is by naming the hospital and Foundation in your will. This is a meaningful way to support your community without affecting your cash flow during your lifetime.
There are multiple types of bequests:
General Bequests- gifts, either monetary or physical, taken from an estate's general assets.
Specific Bequests- include monetary or physical gifts such as property, jewelry, or artwork.
Demonstrative Bequests- Gifts that come from a specific source such as a specific bank account.
Residuary Bequests- Gifts made after all other debts and expenses have been settled and other bequests have been made.
There are multiple types of bequests:
General Bequests- gifts, either monetary or physical, taken from an estate's general assets.
Specific Bequests- include monetary or physical gifts such as property, jewelry, or artwork.
Demonstrative Bequests- Gifts that come from a specific source such as a specific bank account.
Residuary Bequests- Gifts made after all other debts and expenses have been settled and other bequests have been made.
In memory of a life so beautifully lived, a heart so deeply loved.
FRANCES RAPPY
On August 5, 1983 Frances Rappy was rushed to the Emergency Department at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County suffering from shock and multiple injuries sustained as she was thrown from a vehicle during a roll-over accident north of Farson. Staff learned that Frances was a 42 year old woman who worked as a legal secretary and was from New York, vacationing in Wyoming. Frances stayed in the Intensive Care Unit until November 23, 1983 – a total of 109 days spent at Memorial Hospital. Although she had opportunities to transfer to other facilities in larger cities, Frances decided to stay in Rock Springs because she was very happy with the treatment she received and the warmth she had felt in the community. She made it clear on her departure that she would never forget her “Guardian Angels”, the city of Rock Springs, and her experience at the hospital. Over 30 years went by when the hospital was contacted that Ms. Rappy had passed away and was met with a very big surprise, Ms. Rappy had left Memorial Hospital with a significant gift in her will. A donation that once Ms. Rappy’s property is sold, totals approximately $2.5 million. |