Many dedicated citizens nominated for good works

Many dedicated citizens nominated for good works

Jan. 22, 2002

The call for nominations for the Citizen of the Year award produced a list of diverse and dedicated individuals.

Fred and Nancy Thomas were nominated for their years of volunteering at Vista Grande Nursing Home as well as their work in helping to establish the Christian Emergency Shelter and their advocacy of disadvantaged individuals in this area. "They are truly God’s people," one nomination form said.

Leon Murdock was nominated for his efforts as a community host, his service on the school board, and his positive attitude toward all.

Carol and Dick Hobbs and Pat Devitt, all of For Pets’ Sake Humane Society, were nominated for their work with animals.

Marty McKean was nominated for his veterinary work as well as his volunteer work with youth and his civic activities.

Cindy Irvin received a nomination for her work as director of the Good Samaritan Center and her service at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church.

Paul Bostrom earned a nomination for his years as a physician and National Guard member and his recent service at Ground Zero for a month after the attack on the World Trade Center.

Donna Sue Spear was nominated for her work on the School-Community Youth Coalition to reduce substance abuse and violence among area youth.

Maxine Carton was nominated for her volunteer activities, including Meals on Wheels, the Doves program for those widowed, divorced or separated, the Special Olympics and United Way.

James J. Hanosh was nominated for his work as a surgeon.

Members of the Cortez Volunteer Fire Department, along with their spouses and children, were nominated for their many hours of volunteer work and sacrifice each year.

Tim Crites was nominated for 15 years of volunteerism.

Terri Wheeler of the Colorado Housing Authority was nominated for her assistance in finding housing for low-income and elderly individuals in Cortez.

"She is dedicated to finding ways of providing clean rental units," said her nomination form.

Slim McWilliams was nominated for doing "a lot for the whole community and volunteering on many boards to make our community a better place to live."

John Greenemeier was nominated for his service on the hospital board as well as many other civic organizations.

Patsi Hart Ludeman earned an nomination for her community service, particularly with the Republican Party and the American Legion Auxiliary.