Lieutenant Governor Sue Ellspermann, Secretary of Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) Dr. John Wernert and Director of the FSSA’s Division of Aging Yonda Snyder honored recipients of the Golden Hoosier Awards at the Indiana Statehouse Monday, May 18.

The awards, which originated in 2008, honor outstanding Hoosier senior citizens for a lifetime of service and commitment to their communities. It is considered one of the highest honors given by the state of Indiana.

The 2015 Golden Hoosier Awards were presented to:
Evelyn Adams, Tobinsport
Dr. Shahid Athar, Zionsville
Betty Blakely, Franklin
Rosa Lee Brown, Indianapolis
Fredette Cash, Hagerstown
David Chnupa, Portage
Bonita Dunbar, Akron
Wade Eaglin, North Vernon
Loren Grahek, Floyds Knobs
Bonnie Kane, Greenwood
Corona Lewis, Carmel
Floran Mast, Elkhart
Norman Melhiser, New Albany
Anna Seaton, Terre Haute
Jesse Shively, Franklin
Frances Stauffer, Indianapolis
Rita Sullivan, Vevay
Steve Talley, Indianapolis
Sarann Weeks, Paoli

“It is my honor to recognize this group of outstanding senior Hoosiers who are impacting their communities each day,” stated Lt. Governor Ellspermann. “They represent the true Hoosier spirit of lifelong service and dedication to making a difference in the lives of many people.”

Source: Office of Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann