The Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation Autumn Affair

David Morrissey, Ray Pirrello, Caron Lizzadro, Christina Morrissey and Laura Pirrello (seated)

The Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation raised more than $482,000, a record, at its 19th Annual Autumn Affair on Sept. 16 at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago.

More than 325 people attended the gala, which is the Foundation’s largest fundraiser of the year and supports Elmhurst Hospital programs and services that directly impact patients.

Proceeds from this year’s Autumn Affair will support the future growth and needs of the Elmhurst Hospital Emergency Department.

Auctioneer Jim Miller, Alina Cahill, and Richie Farina, Executive Chef, Adorn Bar & Restaurant

Omar and Liz Aquino make a donation.

Dr. Kimberley Darey, President, Elmhurst Hospital, speaks to the crowd.

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