If you are receiving this letter it is because you have some
knowledge of the story of my husband Michael Cardamone. Some
of you personally know Michael, some of you know his parents,
his sister, his family or one of the many individuals we call
friends. No matter who you know, you have in some way come to
learn about the sadness of our situation.
Since the fall of 2002, my husband and I have lived a nightmare
of being falsely accused and watching a life as we knew normal
be destroyed. We believed in a judicial system that would make
it right, yet we were so terribly disappointed when it failed us in
so many ways.
I am deeply saddened and shocked by the verdict because I
know, without question, he is innocent. I know because I taught
these very girls along side Michael everyday. During the trial so
many things were not allowed to be presented to the jury. I
believe with all my heart that we would not be here in this
situation had all the facts be brought forward. There would be no
question he would be home today.
Michael and I want to be reunited, all together, with our boys
more than anything. It’s all we talk about, dream about, pray
about. We want our boys to have an active father in their
upbringing. They deserve to have a father especially one as
wonderful as Michael. My hope is that he is returned to them
before they understand what they are missing. Our attorneys,
family and friends all believe and support Michael but what is
most important is that nearly 100 witnesses testified in his
behalf; gymnasts, other coaches, numerous parents, all who were
there, all who watched everyday, all who saw nothing ever
inappropriate. They were there, like myself, they are telling the
TRUTH.
I have tried desperately not to ask for the help of others yet I
find myself in a situation where that is no longer possible. With
the help of immediate family we have gone through all financial
means possible and have taken out loans that will take a lifetime
to repay. The legal fees continue to grow, as we have a long
battle ahead of us fighting to turn this injustice around.
Michaels life and future depends on me and all those who can
help us. He sits in a 4x8 cell waiting to come home, where he
rightfully belongs with me and our 2 beautiful sons. It is now,
because of this awful situation that I am begging for help and
your assistance.
An account has been set up to help with this overwhelming debt
and continued legal fees. It will be greatly appreciated if you
(and anyone else who is aware of this situation) are able to help
with this monumental task my family is facing.
I love my husband with all my heart, and I pray nobody finds
insult to this letter. This has become my last resort, I hope you
can help to bring my husband home.
Best regards to all and thank you.
Liz Cardamone
*Please Make checks payable to ....
Legal Fund
Mail To:
Legal Fund
c/o Elizabeth Cardamone
PO Box 6616
Aurora, IL 60598
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