23 Volunteers Nominated by Manchester Organizations for Recognition Awards

List of 2014 CRC Volunteer Recognition Banquet nominees on a banner in the Old National Bank window.

Nineteen Manchester organizations have nominated twenty-three outstanding volunteers from the area to be recognized for volunteer service to Manchester community at the 27th annual Community Resource Center banquet on Friday, November 14th. Nominees are those who give back to the community through various programs, projects and events. They are…

Howard E. Parr nominated by Manchester Area Historical Society

Pete and Minnie Fuerstnau nominated by Manchester Family Service

Mike and Sue Helton nominated by Community Resource Center

Darrell and Cindy Kenney nominated by Kiwanis Club of Manchester

Vicki Miller nominated by Manchester Community Schools

Ron Ellison nominated by Manchester Community Schools

Mae Sellers nominated by Emanuel United Church of Christ

Melissa Yekulis nominated by Luther C. Klager Elementary PTO

Mariah Kemeter nominated by Key Club

Jessica Bushaw nominated by Manchester Ladies Society

Annabelle Otto nominated by Manchester High School

John Savage nominated by Manchester Civic Club

Kathy Benedict nominated by Manchester Wellness Coalition

William “Bill” Kemner nominated by Manchester High School Athletic Boosters

Dan Budd nominated by Manchester Co-op Preschool

Ron Kohmescher nominated by Manchester Lions Club

Jeff Mann nominated by Bethel United Church of Christ

Denise Spangler nominated by Manchester Middle School PTSA

Two local heroes were nominated for the new D. Little and B. Rhees Posthumous Recognition Award for outstanding lifetime service to the community.

John Mooneyham, Sr. nominated by Manchester Mens Club

Lynn Voegeding nominated by Freedom Township

In addition to being recognized by their organizations, a few of the volunteers will receive special awards. These awards include the Claire Reck Volunteer of the Year Award which will be presented to a person who has made significant contributions in service to a nonprofit or civic group. The individual who wins this award exemplifies selfless giving in the spirit of Claire and others like her. The Service to Youth Award will be presented to an individual in recognition of the spirit of giving as it impacts the lives of youth in our community. The Commitment to Community Award will be presented to the volunteer who has been involved in a number of organizations or events with a substantial number of service hours. The Star Award will presented in recognition of someone committed to the importance of making the world a better place. The David Little and Bob Rhees Posthumous Recognition Award will be presented in memory of those who gave the better part of their lives to volunteer service in the Manchester community and beyond.

Dinner reservations are still available, but seating is limited. To purchase tickets or for more information, contact the Community Resource Center at 734- 428-7722.

Appearing in the bank’s window along with the banner listing nominees’ names is a selection of silent auction items which will be up for bid at the banquet.

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by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and founder of the Manchester Mirror.