1990 Recipient Charles Upchurch, Jr.
"There is no desire for public recognition, only a desire to meet a human need in a true spirit of selfless service."

1991 Recipient John "Buck" Griffin
"He has not only served on many worthwhile community boards, he has been a charter member of many, including the Hospital Authority.

1992 Recipient Louise Boyce
"It takes selflessness, time, caring, concern, love, devotion and dedication to your fellow man to promote well-being and progress to be a humanitarian. Louise is the epitome of all these attributes."

1993 Recipient Dr. Bothwell Traylor
"He has served as a volunteer in many aspects and has a single standard of care for all patients and their health, regardless of their financial means."

1994 Recipient Mary Beth McDonald
"She would rather give than receive, and it shows. She is not afraid to tackle projects that others just talk about."

1995 Recipient Polly Moore
"Wherever she serves, it is impossible to not notice the difference she makes. Her selflessness, caring nature and genuine compassion for her fellow man are evident in all that she does and says."

1996 Recipient Howard Stroud, Sr.
" He has distinguished himself by giving years of unselfish service to this community. He is a man of great wisdom and integrity."

1997 Recipient Jan Rhodes
" She chooses to help with the area that the average volunteer tries to avoid. She is an angel on Earth."

1998 Recipient Len Sapera
"He is the best ambassador that ARMC could have. He doesn't just do what is asked, he goes beyond to make this hospital better."

1999 Recipient Karen Atkinson
"She is someone you hope will touch your life because their influence will make you a better person. Her caring and compassion set her apart."

2000 Recipient Tal DuVall
"He is clearly the most energetic and effective volunteer I know, and his contributions to this community are tremendous. We are indeed fortunate to have a person of his character, experience and energy."

2001 Recipient Dr. Stephen Lucas
"The humble manner in which he conducts his life would not reflect the impact he has had on mankind."

2002 Recipient Miriam Huebner
"She's the epitome of a Southern lady...She's the type of person you hope you can emulate as you get older."

2003 Recipient Carl Nichols
" He's a man who defies description…a human dynamo with tireless energy for worthy causes and an open heart for those in need."

2004 Recipient Chet Malanoski
"He has touched the lives of so many patients, but if you asked him about his endless volunteerism, he would tell you it is the patients who have given to him."

2005 Recipient Joy T. Elder
“ She never seeks attention or thanks…her efforts have helped so many in our community.
She is a tireless worker, a leader, and a true friend of ARMC.”

2006 Recipient Janey M. Cooley
“ Janey has been and continues to be a person who really gives of herself to make Athens a better place to live.”

2007 Recipient Marlo Wiggans
“ What makes her a special person are the many intentional acts of kindness done at the right time, in the right way, to the right person, often without anyone knowing that they have been done.”

2008 Recipient Carol Winthrop
“ Her service to the community, commitment, dedication and hard work are making Athens-Clarke County and its surrounding counties better places to live.”