Grayson Area Chamber Awards 2000

The Grayson Area Chamber
of Commerce proudly recognizes the individuals whose spirit,
talent and leadership exemplify all that is best in our community.
Congratulations to each distinguished honoree!

GRAYSON
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMMUNITY AWARDS FOR 2000

Presented at the Annual
Awards Banquet, December 14, 2000 at the Western Steer Steakhouse,
Grayson

Keystone
of Grayson

awarded since 1989

S.U.
Pratt Community Service Award

awarded since 1978

R.E.
Applegate Memorial Award

awarded since 1982, accepted by immediate family of the deceased

Business
Person of the Year

awarded since 1983

Firefighter
of the Year

awarded since 1978

Law Officer
of the Year

awarded since 1978

Deanna McDavid
Educator of the Year Award
awarded since 1985

Medical
Professional of the Year

awarded since 1993

Dr. Rodney T. Gross
Youth Leadership Award
awarded since 1998

Medical Professional of the Year
(Formerly EMT of the Year) This category has been changed to
allow nominations for doctors, nurses, home health personnel
and other professionals in the medical field.

Dr. Harold Shufflebarger

Harold is a graduate of Western Kentucky University and the University
of Louisville's School of Medicine. He is the husband of Hazel
E. Shufflebarger and has two children, Alicia Gire and Eric Shufflebarger.
Dr. Shufflebarger has been practicing as a General Medicine Physician
for 46 years.

S.U. Pratt Community Service Award
This is awarded to an individual who has excelled at their work
and accomplishments for the Grayson Community during the past year.

Harold Horton

Harold is the husband of Jami Horton and they have one child,
Kristin Horton. Mr. Horton is the Promotions Director at WGOH/WUGO
radio station in Grayson. His responsibilities include promoting,
editing, and selling ads. Harold has also received the Kids Safety
Award.

R.E. Applegate Memorial
Award

This
award is given posthumously to the family of a deceased individual
who has contributed in some special way to the life of the community.

Oscar Haight Jr.

Oscar Haight
Jr. was the husband of the late Bea Haight, the father of John
O'Leary Haight the grandfather of 3 and the great-grandfather
of 2. Oscar attended the University of Kentucky but earned no
degree. He retired as Linotype Operator from the Ashland Daily
newspaper. Oscar published the Sandy Valley Enquirer and was
the elected Mayor of Grayson in the 1950's. Oscar Haight was
honored with being Kentucky Colonel and the Grand Marshall at
Grayson Memory Days in 1999.

J. Lowell Lusby

J. Lowell Lusby
was the husband of the late Lela Stone Lusby and the father of
Nan Lusby Griffith, Sylvia Lusby Giese and Martha Lusby Jordan.
Mr. Lusby was a graduate of Christian Normal Institute (now KCC),
Milligan College and Miami University. He received Honorary Doctorate
Degrees at Milligan College and KCC. Mr. Lusby was the publisher
of the East KY Journal (now Grayson Journal Enquirer) and succeeded
his father Dr. Lusby as President of KCC.

Larry Lee Rogers

Larry Lee Rogers
was the husband of Angela Rogers and the father of Adrianna and
Lauren Rogers. Larry received a four-year degree from UK College
of Agriculture. He worked at the County Extension Office and
served as the County Extension Agent for Agriculture for approximately
25 years. Mr. Rogers enjoyed serving his community in agriculture
and community projects. His vision for Carter and Elliott counties
was to see the development of tourism. His life touched many
and those who knew him will always remember him with fondness
and as a man dedicated to God.

Glenn Edward Wentz

Glenn Edward
Wentz was the husband of Robin Withrow Wentz and the father of
Rebecca and Katie Wentz. Eddie was a graduate of Morehead State
University with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. He was
President of Charles Adams Insurance where he issued insurance
policies, performed appraisals and acted upon claims. Eddie had
been a part of the Grayson Jaycees and was an active coach for
a girls softball team. Eddie touched many with his outstanding
character. He will be forever remembered for his unique personality
that endeared him to so many.

Keystone of Grayson Award
This is the Chamber's "Hall of Fame" award. This award is given to
honor those individuals who have contributed to the civic, educational,
business or spiritual life of the Grayson area over a decade or more
on a regular consistent basis.

Van Baker

Van Baker is
the husband of Justine Baker and the father of Van Jr. and Boyd
Baker. Mr. Baker received his bachelors degree at the highly
esteemed Vanderbilt University. Van is the retired owner of Baker's
Department Store in Grayson. He was also the treasurer for the
Grayson Area Chamber of Commerce.

Mike Malone

Mike Malone is
the husband of Rosetta Malone and the father of Stephanie Huddle,
Fred Malone, Lane Malone and Lindsay Malone. Mike graduated from
Prichard High School and the KY School of Mortuary Science. Mr.
Malone has been practicing as a funeral director for over 33
years at his family owned funeral home. Malone Funeral Home received
the "Eagle" award which is given in recognition of
professional and community service.

Dr. Rodney T. Gross Youth Leadership Award
This award is given to individuals 22 years of age and younger who have
excelled in leadership and volunteerism in the community.

Leslie Rene Byrd

Leslie is a graduate
of East Carter High School in Grayson. She is now in her freshman
year at Morehead State University. Leslie has been recognized
as a National Leader at Work and has been awarded with Hal Rogers
Anti-Violence Award. She has also received the Regional Honors
Award, Most leadership ability Superlative and was a Senior Salute.
Leslie plans to major in biology and become a Physicians Assistant.

Business Person of the Year
This award is given to the individual who has been recognized to
be operating above expectation.

Dianne Ferguson

Dianne Ferguson
is the wife of Avery Ferguson and the mother of Courtney Adkins
and Corey Ferguson. Dianne is a graduate of East Carter High
School and is the owner of Wilma's Dress Shop in Grayson. Dianne
has 15 years of experience in her field of buying and selling
women's apparel. Mrs. Ferguson is a member of the United Way
and was voted "Best place to buy formal wear" by the
Grayson Enquirer.

Peter Kee

Peter Kee is
the husband of Hannah Kee and the father of Anthony and Brian
Kee. Peter earned his Associate Degree at the University of Kentucky.
Peter is the owner of Kee's Farm Supply located in Grayson and
Greenup County. He serves on the Board of Directors for O.L.B.H.
and the Soil Conservation Board. Peter also serves on the Southern
States Board and is an active part in local 4-H and FFA clubs.

Educator of the Year
This award is presented to the Teacher(s) who the Chamber feels play
active roles in shaping young people's lives through their teaching.

Chris Blair

Chris Blair is
the son of Wendell and Donna Blair and the brother of Kellie
Thompson and Michelle Baldridge. Chris attended Boyd County High
School and went on to Eastern Kentucky University where he received
a degree in Music/Education. He is currently teaching at East
Carter Middle and East Carter High School as a Band Director.
Chris also directs the Flag Corp., Drum Line and teaches concert
music. Chris was a part of the Glassman Drum Corp at Dayton,
Ohio and got the chance to tour the United States for 8 weeks.

Ellen Fryman

Ellen Fryman
is the wife of Paul Fryman and the mother of Emily and Phillip
Fryman. Ellen received her Masters in Education at Eastern Kentucky
University and a Bachelor's degree in Education at Ashbury College.
She is currently a primary teacher and has 16 years of service.
Ellen has played a huge part in the St. Jude Math-A-Thon where
she serves as school coordinator. Ellen also writes for Bristol
House/Cokesbury publishers producing children's Sunday School
curriculums.

Firefighter of the Year
This award is given to the person that has used their Fire fighting
knowledge to help others and the community.

Joshua Rogers

Joshua Rogers
is the son of Delmar and Wannetta Rogers. He graduated from East
Carter High School and has had various fire and emergency response
classes. Josh works as the front desk clerk at the Holiday Inn
Express and is also an associate at Malone Funeral Home. Some
of his duties at the Holiday Inn include customer relations,
reservations and checking customers in and out of the motel.
While at Malone Funeral Home, Josh helps meet the needs of families
that have lost a loved one. Josh is very active in his church
as a bass guitar player. He also uses his talent to play for
a local singing group.

Law Officer of the Year
This award is given to the Law Officer who the Chamber feels
has made an impact on the community in his/her own way.

Marlene Stewart

Marlene Stewart is the wife of Darrell E. Stewart and the mother
of Chandra and Caleb Stewart. Marlene graduated from East
Carter High School in 1977. She has pursued her career of being
a child sexual abuse prevention officer and also serves as a patrol officer.
Marlene has been an active part of the Grayson police force for 3 years
and 6 months. Her duties include investigating child abuse cases and
providing child abuse programs for daycares, pre-schools and elementary
schools. Marlene has been selected to be a member of the Carter Co.
Domestic Violence Task Force and has served as a committee member
of "Open Wings".