1875 Founder’s Society
In 1875, a trio of Franciscan Sisters established the first Saint Francis Hospital, helping to make Cape Girardeau, Mo., a better place to live. The Sisters rented a two-story frame house, which accommodated just 12 patients. There, they offered compassionate care and the latest in medical treatments to those in need. Today, that humble hospital has evolved to become the most progressive, trusted medical center in the region.
A group of caring and compassionate leaders is helping foster the dreams of those three Sisters – and furthering the mission and values of Saint Francis Healthcare System. TheHealthcare System strives to continually invest in new technologies and treatment options to offer area individuals and families better access to the very best healthcare available.
As part of the 1875 Founders Society, members are helping to make the Saint Francis service area a better place to live.
Through the strong support and financial contributions of the 1875 Founders Society, the Healthcare System is able to continue to offer convenient access to advanced technologies and leading-edge services – all in a compassionate environment. We invite you to become a member of the 1875 Founders Society to continue the great work of our founding Franciscan Sisters. Through your annual $5,000 contribution, you will have the opportunity to continue providing leading-edge healthcare to those in need by directing your gift to the fund of your choosing or the area of greatest need.
Be Part of Our Mission
Download the 1875 Founder’s Society commitment form
For more information on membership in the 1875 Founders Society, please contact the Saint Francis Foundation at 573-331-5133.
1875 Founders Society Members as of June 2020
New Members in 2019
| Drury Southwest, Inc. |
| Drury Southwest Signs, Inc. |
| First State Community Bank |
| Stephanie La Pierre |
| Red Letter Communications |
| Randall and Trish Stahly |
| Bob and Lori Sturgill |
| US Bank |
| Vizient |
Charter Members/Lifetime Members
| Robert J. and Betty A. Basler |
| Gordon and Ann Brookman |
| Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Drury |
| Dr. Billy A.F. Hammond and Dr. Liliana Visccher |
| Dr. and Mrs. Paul C. Horn |
| Jim and Teresa Maurer |
| Harry and Fran Rediger† |
| Mark and Barbara Thompson |
| † Denotes Deceased |
Lifetime Members
| Alamo Hotel 2012 Trust in memory of Robert A.† and Anna R. Drury† |
| Tony and Debbie Balsano |
| Mr. and Mrs. Steven C. Bjelich |
| Frank W. Braxton, MD |
| Cape Anesthesia Group, Inc. |
| Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center |
| Dr. Wendi and Dan Carns |
| Jason and Lesley Coalter |
| Coca-Cola Bottling Co. |
| Commerce Bank |
| R. David and Gail Crader |
| Rusty and Marilyn Curtis |
| Mrs. Wanda L. Drury |
| Mr. and Mrs. Walter Drusch |
| Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Essner |
| Charlene G. Freeman |
| Fresh Healthy Café |
| GFI Digital, Inc. |
| Norman L. and Diana Glaus |
| GreenPages, Inc. |
| Hanger Prosthetics & Orthotics |
| Isle Casino Cape Girardeau |
| John Mark Photography |
| Vince and Jan Kelley / Nip Kelley Equipment Co., Inc. |
| KFVS-12 |
| Kiefner Brothers, Inc. |
| Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kitchen |
| Dori A. Lage, in memory of Wally Lage† |
| Liberty Utilities |
| Mr. Albert C. Lowes |
| Macy's |
| Michael G. McCrate |
| Cheryl A. Mothes and Richard L. Hetzel |
| My Daddy's Cheesecake |
| Ms. Imelda Nenninger |
| Alex and Meredith Ogburn |
| Dr. and Mrs. Charles H. Pancoast |
| Andrew† and Beatrice Perrin† |
| The Printing Co. |
| Dr. Joel West and Patricia Ray |
| Maryann Reese |
| Mr. Gene Rhodes† |
| Richardet Floor Covering |
| Rick's Electric Incorporated |
| Dr. Raymond A. Ritter Sr.† and Mrs. Lillian Ritter† |
| River Eagle Distributing Co. |
| The Roberts Group, Inc. |
| Gary and Wendy Rust |
| Rust Communications |
| Moe and Patti Sandfort |
| Dr. and Mrs. Stanley D. Sides |
| Jason and Leigh Ann Siener |
| Dr. and Mrs. William D. Stahr |
| Texas Roadhouse |
| Dr. Michael C. and Mary Trueblood |
| Dennis and Kathy Vollink |
| Dr. Naomi Wahl & Dr. Samuel Rogers |
| Rock and Judy Wilferth |
| † Denotes Deceased |
Members
| The Blue Willow Pantry - Cheryl Reinagel |
| Jim and Dorothy Burke |
| Canedy Sign and Graphics - Ellis Bradshaw |
| Creative Edge, Inc. - Jason Wray |
| Dr. Thomas and Dr. Jean Diemer |
| First Auto Credit - David Likens |
| Jeremy and Raelenna Ferguson |
| David and Lisa Limbaugh |
| Morlan Chrysler |
| Bart and Lorili Ozbun |
| Garrett and Grayson Ozbun |
| David and Tracy Prather |
| Mr. and Mrs. Jim W. Riley Jr. |
| Jimmy and Chrisy Wilferth |
| Kevin and Julie Woodruff |
For more Information, call Danielle Torbet at 573-331-5790.
