The first large-scale fundraiser in honor of Stacy Peterson raised more than $11,000 to aid in the search for the missing Bolingbrook mother Sunday.
About 300 people attended the fundraiser at 115 Bourbon St., 3359 W. 115th St., Merrionette Park. All proceeds from ticket sales, raffles and auctions, will go toward funding continued search efforts when weather allows.
Peterson’s step-sister Kerry Simmons said the turnout, which included many people outside of her sister’s friends and family, is a sign of people’s continued support for their family.
“They’re supporting Stacy like she’s part of their family,” Simmons said. “I’m sure she’s watching from somewhere, but I wish she could see this. It’s amazing.”
A benefit concert to raise funds for the ongoing search for Stacy Peterson, the missing Bolingbrook mother of two, will take place at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 2, at 115 Bourbon Street, 3359 W. 115th St., Merrionette Park.
Tickets for the concert — featuring four live bands, buffet, soft drinks, drawings and a variety of auction items — cost $30 at the door, or $25 via www.groovetickets.com prior to the event.
Money raised will go toward paying expenses incurred by volunteers for such things as lodging, gas and supplies for air and water searches, said Carol Penning, one of the event organizers.
Bands scheduled to play are Johnny Russler and the Beach Bum Band, Eric Mantel and Band, One Night Stand, and Scott DuBose and the 101 Ranch.
Information can also be obtained by going online at www.FindStacyPeterson.com.
The event is sponsored by Friends of Stacy Peterson, which is organizing another fundraiser for the spring in the Bolingbrook area.
