Fundraiser for softball player�s funeral brings in $812

Dayton--Kayte Marie Jones, the North Coast Athletic Association softball player who died at University Hospitals shortly after collapsing during a game on May 6, was laid to rest in Dayton on May 11.

Back in Cleveland, where Jones lived, a tribute party for Twist owner John Katsaros turned into a celebration of Jones� life and a fundraiser to help her family with the cost of the funeral.

A 50/50 raffle raised $206 for the family, and the winner, North Coast Volleyball vice-commissioner Doug Anderson, gave his $206 winnings back to the pot.

Another $300 in outright donations was coupled with a $100 payment from the league, bringing the total for Jones� family to $812.

Greg Rivera, the NCAA Softball commissioner, planned to contact her family to arrange handling the donation.

Those who wish to donate further to Jones� family to help with the costs of her services and other expenditures are asked to email league vice-commissioner Rob Gallagher at robg1205@aol.com.

--Anthony Glassman