Joseph Garza sponsored this special day of sanctuary for the chimpanzees in memory of his lovely wife, Carlene Olsen-Garza:
“My late wife Carlene, became an admirer of CSNW in 2010 with hope of one day being a part of the movement to save and support these noble creatures. Unfortunately her life was taken from us in 2014. So on what would have been her 63rd birthday, we honor her by helping our friends at the Sanctuary do what they do best.”
Joseph, you and Carlene are a permanent part of our chimpanzee family and we’re honored to be part of her beautiful legacy that you continue to share so graciously and generously. We are so thankful to you both for the lasting difference you’ve made, and continue to make, in the lives of these amazing chimpanzee people. We’re sending you and your family all the good thoughts and wishing you comfort and peace as you celebrate Carlene’s life and memory.
Jamie:
Burrito:
Foxie:
Jody, Foxie and Annie taking in the view from “Carlene’s Tower”:
Thanks to your family for all they’ve done for the chimps. One of my favorite pics of Missy/Annie Annie/Missy is one taken from this tower. They have their backs to us, the sun is coming through the boards, and Annie is reaching one of her long and delicate hands to touch our little sparkplug’s shoulder….it is obvious that the chimps love her gift, because they use it so much!
I think it is wonderful that Carlene is forever a part of the chimps Tower. Imagine the conversations she is privy to amongst her chimpanzee friends.