The Department of Persons with Disabilities (DPD) community danced the night away at the 55th Annual Murray House Dinner Dance fundraiser on Feb. 16 at the Brownstone in Paterson. DPD, part of Catholic Charities of the Paterson Diocese, honored those who have made a profound impact on people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, especially our DPD community.
This year’s annual dinner dance was one of many diocesan observances for the Jubilee Year of Hope 2025, which the Universal Church is celebrating.
That night, DPD honored Loui Tatti, the first Murray House volunteer director and longtime DPD supporter, with Person of the Year. Also recognized were Marilyn Murray with the Keenan Inspiration Award for Volunteer of the Year, Marjorie Besemer with DPD Employee of the Year, Kathy Jackson with the William J. Pascrell, Jr. Memorial Award, and Gwendolyn, Valeria, Billy and William with Outstanding Achievement Awards.
“Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support and to every guest who joined us for this special evening. Your kindness and commitment fuel our mission to provide people with disabilities a bright life, with the love, care, and opportunities they deserve. This year is DPD’s 60th Anniversary, and our celebrations could not have started better!” DPD posted on social media.
