American Red Cross Celebrates Local Heroes

The Shenandoah County Chapter of the American Red Cross recently applauded local efforts to save the lives of both humans and animals, recognizing community impact and by providing for the safety and security of those in need in times of emergency during the past year at their 2nd annual Heroes Reception:

Law Enforcement-Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office, sponsored by Buettner Tire Distributors: Lt. Barry Shrum, Deputy Stephen bowers, Deputy John Fox, Deputy Ricky Miller, accompanied by Sheriff Tim Carter.

Animal Rescue: Marcia and Ray Brownfield, accompanied by Dr. Coston

Adult Good Samaritan, sponsored by Shentel: Robert Haas with Isabelle Wetzel.

Community Impact, sponsored by Holtzman Oil/Holtzman Propane: Lee and Debra Pugh, accompanied by Jeff Loveland.

Disaster Relief, sponsored by Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative, Wayne Sharp (on right) and sponsored by Shenandoah Memorial Hospital/ Valley Health, Jack Turley (on left).

Firefighter-Woodstock Fire Department, sponsored by Ft. Valley Nursery: Daniel Funkhouser, Kelly Dykes, Jordan Highland, Aaron Bowers, David Perry, Jeremiah Rittenour, John Redman, Jr., Adam Bowers, accompanied by Wayne Rinker.

Group photo of all recipients: