Dominic
On May 28, 2008, Bill and Deanna (Rossi) Steinhauser, local residents of Tinley Park, welcomed their second child, a beautiful baby boy named Dominic. Immediately complications with Dominic were apparent, and he was rushed to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Christ Medical Center. In their first email to family & friends after the birth, both excitement and fear of the unknown was plaguing this young family.
“As many of you know we were blessed with a beautiful baby boy. His name is Dominic John; he is 7 lbs 3oz and 20.5 inches long. He has brown hair that is already longer then his Papa and big sister Kylie. He is having some complications, so we will keep you updated as the days go on”
Little did they know that after a few days of observation and a major corrective surgery at only two days-old, Dominic was diagnosed with a rare syndrome called CHARGE. For updated info on Dominic's progress please visit the following website:
As you can imagine this has been tremendously difficult for a young-loving family, especially the unforeseen medical costs that will continue as Dominic gets older. This is why the Steinhauser and Rossi families and friends of Bill and Deanna need your help. On November 2, 2008, we will hold the first annual "Do It for Dominic" fundraiser and benefit at 115 Bourbon Street in Merrionette Park, Illinois from 3-8 p.m. Tickets are $30 for adults 18 and over, $5 for children 6-17, children under 6 are free. A delicious buffet, open bar (Beer, Wine, Pop), DJ, and fun activities for adults and children are all part of the ticket price. Sponsorships, a silent auction, and grand raffle will also be available. All donations will benefit the Do It For Dominic Foundation. To purchase tickets online, please go to the Donations/Tickets link above or you may call Dan Rossi at (815) 355-7003 for more information on how to purchase tickets or make a donation.
With your donation and/or attendance, you can help Bill, Deanna, big sister Kylie, and most of all Dominic as they begin their journey into a life different from anything they had ever imagined. Please join us for an afternoon of food and fun as we Do It for Dominic!
Dominic's Story
Their first family photo, leaving the hospital.
