Time to vote for this year's Post Great Person (Printed Dec. 14, 2007)
The nomination period for this year’s Great Person
award are now closed. Voting begins today (Dec. 14) and will continue
until Dec. 28.
•Danie Connolly of Kennebunk was nominated by Jane Sullivan. In the nomination, Sullivan said Connolly deserves the award because she is constantly giving her time and heart to anyone in need, is never taking credit for her good needs and remains committed to her community.
•Caroline Cole, an employee at Garden Street Market in Kennebunk was nominated by Brian Fox. In the nomination, Fox said, “She is so, so, so helpful to customers and is always polite . . . and has a nice smile.”
•Nancy Meehan of Kennebunk was nominated by Sheila O’Donnell. In the nomination, O’Donnell said, “Nancy selflessly accommodates her clients at her hair salon including going to a client’s home when his or her health prevent them from making their appointment. In her spare time, Nancy visits local nursing homes with her dog, Clark. She also brings meals as well as provides rides and support for her elderly friends and neighbors. In a time when families often live many miles apart, Nancy is a much needed “daughter next door” to so many seniors in the Kennebunk area.”
• Berri Kramer of Kennebunkport and president and founder of Heartwood College of Art in Kennebunk, was nominated by Marcia Hamlyn. In the nomination, Hamlyn said, “Berri’s dedication to humanitarian efforts through Rotary and through her personal commitment to improve the living conditions and medical help in South Africa and the Phillipines. Slso her commitment and energies in providing opportunities for our own students through affordable college degree programs in the visual arts.
•Judy Barrett of Kennebunkport was nominated by Chris Crosier. In the nomination Crosier said, “Judy Barrett is all things to all people!”
•The Tito family at Colonial Pharmacy in Kennebunkport was nominated by Betsy Mahoney. Mahoney’s reason for nominating the family is, “For constant patience, wisdom and good humor. Gary, Benny and Dennis have been steady comfort every time I’ve needed them and provided a workplace filled with equally happy and helpful employees.”
• Ann Whetstone of Kennebunk was nominated by Mary Folsom. In the nomination Folsom said, “She is the glue that holds the Friends of the Kennebunk Free Library – this year in spite of caring for an ill family member.”
• Eva Barnfather of Kennebunk was nominated by Ginny K. Allen. In the nomination, Allen said, “Eva is an octagenarian who has a sprite step and spirit and a warm smile, which welcomes, includes and embraces everyone she meets young, old and in between.”
• Carol Whitten of the Kennebunk Free Library was nominated by Mamie Anthoine Ney. She nominated Whitten because of her, “Dedication to her job, the library, the community and her family. She has been a mentor to me.”
•Wendy Lank of Kennebunk was nominated by Linda Wormwood Croteau. In the nomination, Wormwood Croteau said, “Wendy is a very caring person. She is the director of social services in Arundel. She doesn’t make you feel like a beggar if you are having hard times and you have to ask for help. Nobody wants to go for help, but sometimes you have to and she is good about it.”
• Maureen King of Kennebunkport was nominated by Mary Rice. Rice said King, “Works tirelessly for all our kids on the school board. I don’t know how she does it but I appreciate it!”
• Sally Keene of Kennebunk was nominated by Andrea Ettinger. “She has helped her elderly mom remain in her home for many years, taking her to numerous doctor appointments, running errrands, and including her in her own activities. Her mom decided last spring to go to an assisted living facility to live, as it was not safe for her to be alone any more. She has also given numerous volunteer hours to the Unitarian Church in Kennebunk. She has been on numerous committees including the board of directors (on these committees). She started a “Shawl Ministry” at church, for people who have experienced loss of a loved one or have gone thru a recent hardship. They receive a beautiful hand-knit shawl to comfort them. I have been one of the lucky recipients! She has also co-led a grief support group through Southern Maine Visiting Nurses, after losing her own 31-year-old son to a brain tumor. She has also been involved in the Linus Project, leading groups of people to make blankets for children as a way to comfort them, and let others know that there are people out there who care. She is an incredible selfless person, and I am so grateful to call her my friend. She is incredibly deserving of this award. She never asks for anything, only what she can do for others. She is a wondferful role model for us all, and has touched many, many lives.”
• Tom Braga of the Kennebunk Five and Dime was nominated by Emma Hauser. In the nomination she said, “He maintains a shop that contributes to the character of downtown Kennebunk. He is always friendly to the children and frequently gives the littlest ones extra balloons. He provides a place to buy things you need in your home without going to super stores in larger towns further away. He always has a smile.”
“This award is unique in that anyone can be nominated. There are no special qualifications,” said Brandi Neal, managing editor. “Its purpose is to honor those people who make our communities such a great place to live. It can be someone that you know really well, or someone you’ve met in passing – but has had an impact on you.”
Nominating that person for the Great Person Award is one way to say, “Thank you!” for all they do during the year.
There are two steps in the Great Person Award process — first are the nominations and then there is the voting.
Beginning today (Dec. 14), voting will take place through Dec. 28 at 5 p.m. The winner of the 2007 Great Person Award will be announced in the Jan. 4 issue.
The winner receives a plaque and is asked to be the subject of the Weekly Interview.
There are a number of ways you can nominate a person for the Great Person Award:
We will include the names of all people nominated on the ballot and the reason for the nomination in the Dec. 14 edition. If you have questions, please call Brandi Neal at 282-4337 ext. 223.
•Danie Connolly of Kennebunk was nominated by Jane Sullivan. In the nomination, Sullivan said Connolly deserves the award because she is constantly giving her time and heart to anyone in need, is never taking credit for her good needs and remains committed to her community.
•Caroline Cole, an employee at Garden Street Market in Kennebunk was nominated by Brian Fox. In the nomination, Fox said, “She is so, so, so helpful to customers and is always polite . . . and has a nice smile.”
•Nancy Meehan of Kennebunk was nominated by Sheila O’Donnell. In the nomination, O’Donnell said, “Nancy selflessly accommodates her clients at her hair salon including going to a client’s home when his or her health prevent them from making their appointment. In her spare time, Nancy visits local nursing homes with her dog, Clark. She also brings meals as well as provides rides and support for her elderly friends and neighbors. In a time when families often live many miles apart, Nancy is a much needed “daughter next door” to so many seniors in the Kennebunk area.”
• Berri Kramer of Kennebunkport and president and founder of Heartwood College of Art in Kennebunk, was nominated by Marcia Hamlyn. In the nomination, Hamlyn said, “Berri’s dedication to humanitarian efforts through Rotary and through her personal commitment to improve the living conditions and medical help in South Africa and the Phillipines. Slso her commitment and energies in providing opportunities for our own students through affordable college degree programs in the visual arts.
•Judy Barrett of Kennebunkport was nominated by Chris Crosier. In the nomination Crosier said, “Judy Barrett is all things to all people!”
•The Tito family at Colonial Pharmacy in Kennebunkport was nominated by Betsy Mahoney. Mahoney’s reason for nominating the family is, “For constant patience, wisdom and good humor. Gary, Benny and Dennis have been steady comfort every time I’ve needed them and provided a workplace filled with equally happy and helpful employees.”
• Ann Whetstone of Kennebunk was nominated by Mary Folsom. In the nomination Folsom said, “She is the glue that holds the Friends of the Kennebunk Free Library – this year in spite of caring for an ill family member.”
• Eva Barnfather of Kennebunk was nominated by Ginny K. Allen. In the nomination, Allen said, “Eva is an octagenarian who has a sprite step and spirit and a warm smile, which welcomes, includes and embraces everyone she meets young, old and in between.”
• Carol Whitten of the Kennebunk Free Library was nominated by Mamie Anthoine Ney. She nominated Whitten because of her, “Dedication to her job, the library, the community and her family. She has been a mentor to me.”
•Wendy Lank of Kennebunk was nominated by Linda Wormwood Croteau. In the nomination, Wormwood Croteau said, “Wendy is a very caring person. She is the director of social services in Arundel. She doesn’t make you feel like a beggar if you are having hard times and you have to ask for help. Nobody wants to go for help, but sometimes you have to and she is good about it.”
• Maureen King of Kennebunkport was nominated by Mary Rice. Rice said King, “Works tirelessly for all our kids on the school board. I don’t know how she does it but I appreciate it!”
• Sally Keene of Kennebunk was nominated by Andrea Ettinger. “She has helped her elderly mom remain in her home for many years, taking her to numerous doctor appointments, running errrands, and including her in her own activities. Her mom decided last spring to go to an assisted living facility to live, as it was not safe for her to be alone any more. She has also given numerous volunteer hours to the Unitarian Church in Kennebunk. She has been on numerous committees including the board of directors (on these committees). She started a “Shawl Ministry” at church, for people who have experienced loss of a loved one or have gone thru a recent hardship. They receive a beautiful hand-knit shawl to comfort them. I have been one of the lucky recipients! She has also co-led a grief support group through Southern Maine Visiting Nurses, after losing her own 31-year-old son to a brain tumor. She has also been involved in the Linus Project, leading groups of people to make blankets for children as a way to comfort them, and let others know that there are people out there who care. She is an incredible selfless person, and I am so grateful to call her my friend. She is incredibly deserving of this award. She never asks for anything, only what she can do for others. She is a wondferful role model for us all, and has touched many, many lives.”
• Tom Braga of the Kennebunk Five and Dime was nominated by Emma Hauser. In the nomination she said, “He maintains a shop that contributes to the character of downtown Kennebunk. He is always friendly to the children and frequently gives the littlest ones extra balloons. He provides a place to buy things you need in your home without going to super stores in larger towns further away. He always has a smile.”
“This award is unique in that anyone can be nominated. There are no special qualifications,” said Brandi Neal, managing editor. “Its purpose is to honor those people who make our communities such a great place to live. It can be someone that you know really well, or someone you’ve met in passing – but has had an impact on you.”
Nominating that person for the Great Person Award is one way to say, “Thank you!” for all they do during the year.
There are two steps in the Great Person Award process — first are the nominations and then there is the voting.
Beginning today (Dec. 14), voting will take place through Dec. 28 at 5 p.m. The winner of the 2007 Great Person Award will be announced in the Jan. 4 issue.
The winner receives a plaque and is asked to be the subject of the Weekly Interview.
There are a number of ways you can nominate a person for the Great Person Award:
We will include the names of all people nominated on the ballot and the reason for the nomination in the Dec. 14 edition. If you have questions, please call Brandi Neal at 282-4337 ext. 223.
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