Sande Hasse of Barrington, meal coordinator for The Community Meal, address diners March 14, 2024 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Barrington. The meal that day was dedicated to Marin Lacson, the Barrington High School junior who was fatally struck by a Metra commuter train on her way to school Jan. 25.
“The way I remember Marin is quiet, humble, a gentle soul … willing to help, do anything, just a loving, warm, beautiful person and it’s just a tragedy,” said Sandy Hasse, coordinator of The Community Meal. “We wrap our arms around people that are hurting, that’s what The Community Meal is all about. … It’s community-building, so when people are hurt, they come to a meal.”
“She was our food rescue person,” Hasse said. “She would bring food to my house … it was great. And her mom worked at the Cuba food pantry, so we had a great connection there.” Hasse reported 350 meals were served that Thursday night, with and a couple trays of food given to the Barrington police and fire departments.
Comfort dogs were provided by SOUL Harbour Ranch, an animal therapy program of Barrington and LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry for Lutheran Church Charities of Northbrook. SOUL Harbour Ranch also brought Unique, a female miniature therapy horse in her 20s.
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