Honoring Former President Frank Meehan, One Year Later

It's been one year since our former President Frank Meehan lost his battle with Leukemia, but his tremendous spirit of giving back to others still lives on at our union. Frank simply put others first, whether it was a union-member or a person in need, he made sure they were the priority. Through his leadership, his spirit of charity and generosity has been passed down to all of us.

This year our Secretary-Treasurer Tony Speelman will be chairing the Long Island Light the Night Walk at Eisenhower Park on Saturday, October 15, 2016. Our fundraising, charity and volunteer programs are all tremendous successes today due to the great work former President Frank Meehan accomplished. It was Frank who was one of the initial leaders to encourage the entire UFCW to start raising funds to battle Leukemia. He's pictured below at a Leukemia walk during the 1990's at Shea Stadium.

Frank touched so many lives through his wonderful spirit, it's our way of saying thanks by continuing what he started. We invite and encourage you to join us today, to make a difference in the lives of others battling cancer, or in honor of someone you know affected by cancer. Join our team by clicking here, and let's take steps to end cancer for good.

We miss you, Frank.

Frank Meehan (far left) led the UFCW to start raising funds to battle Leukemia

Why We're So Motivated to Kick Cancer's Butt This Year

 

At our union, we fund raise for causes each year. But 2015's Light the Night Walk is standing out. We're walking an raising funds in honor of our former beloved President, Frank Meehan, who passed earlier this year to cancer.

Anyone who knew Frank can attest, he was simply one of a kind.  His generosity, loving spirit, and out right respect for all he met, were just a few of his many traits. 

This entire summer we're hosting a ton of events to raise money for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society, but you can help individually.  It's easy, join our Light the Night team here and start fundraising online or at your store.   Or you can donate to our team, UFCW Cancer Kickers, right here.

If you have any questions on fundraising techniques or ideas, please, don't hesitate to reach out to me. As a cancer survivor myself, this cause is so close to my heart. Join us as we come together to help the millions affected by this disease each day.

Thanks again, and like I said, don't hesitate to reach out.

Joe 

Former President Frank Meehan

It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of our much-loved former President, Frank Meehan, who passed away today, March 31, 2015. Frank lived a life of open-hearted generosity, and care for all who met him. He touched the lives of thousands of working men and women through his spirit, generosity and loving demeanor.

 

Frank encompassed every trait of what it takes to be a great leader.  He had a way of speaking to you which made you feel, to put it simply, that he cared.  It's because he did.  Frank cared for all who met him; whether it be an hour, day or years, Frank's warm way of living and care for people stood out.  Frank Meehan was a great man, leader and friend.  He will always have a special place in the lives of all UFCW Local 1500 members and he will be truly missed.