Congressman Johnson Hosts 3rd Annual Unsung Heroes Award Program

DECATUR, GA — On Sunday, December 11, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) hosted his third-annual Unsung Hero Awards at the Ours Studios in South DeKalb.

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He honored 25 leaders from DeKalb, Rockdale Gwinnett and Newton counties who go above and beyond their job descriptions to give back to their communities and assist the constituents of Georgia’s Fourth District.

“I want to thank all our award recipients from the bottom of my heart for all the great work they’ve done in our community,” said Congressman Johnson. “Each of us is equal to the other – there is no one who is above or better than the other. All our contributions, however small, are all important.” The Unsung Heroes program was developed by Congressman Johnson and his District Outreach Director Eric Hubbard to recognize people in the community making a difference in the lives of constituents and to offer them a small token of his appreciation.

AWARD RECIPIENTS

Diamond of the District Award: An individual, organization, or entity that serves the district for the greater good of humanity and goodwill.

Mrs. Kitti Murray -- Refuge Coffee in Clarkston

Mr. Victor Johnson – CEO Veterans Community Outreach Foundation

Mr. Jerry Gonzalez – Georgia Association of Latino Elected Officials (GALEO)

Mr. Emory Morsberger – President, The Morsberger Group

Pastor Carla Stokes -- The Kings Table, New Birth Missionary Baptist Church

Mrs. Flossie Varner -- The Kings Table, New Birth Missionary Baptist Church

Ms. Kerrie Pabon -- The Kings Table, New Birth Missionary Baptist Church

Pillars of Power Award: An individual who has served as a former elected official, appointed official, or advocate. One who has given service to a constituency or cause.

Mr. Earnest “Coach” Williams

Mrs. Gale Walldorff

Mr. Jw Eady

Ms. Zepora Roberts

Mr. Robert L. Blackman

Community Cornerstone Award: An individual who has volunteered for an organization or cause to assist a person or community in need. A goodwill ambassador in the district for at least 5 years or more.

 Mr. Johnny Cole

Ms. Ilene Johnson

Mr. Arthur Crutcher

Ms. Joyce Payne

Ms. Jan Selman

Beacon of Light Award: An individual who has inspired or motivated others in hospitality or education. A person who’s spirit of giving has made a difference in the lives of seniors and/or the youth.

Dr. Lonnie J. Edwards, Sr.

Dr. Thomas Smith

Dr. William Boone

Ms. Paula Moreland

Mrs. Margie Smith

Champion of the 4th Award: An individual that has championed the cause of a specific group in the district.  An individual who has served or is serving in a capacity of public service. A warrior for the downtrodden. 

Mr. Muddessar Ahmad

Mr. James Bruin, Jr.

Mr. Andre Cooper

Ms. Jan Costello

Det. Latosha Prather

Mr. Glen Williams

Cutlines: Awardees 1 and Awardees 2: Recipients of Congressman Hank Johnson’s Unsung Heroes Award display their awards at the ceremony held Sunday, Dec. 11 at Ours Studios in Decatur.

Audience: Award recipients and members of their families attend Congressman Johnson’s third-annual Unsung Heroes Awards program held Sunday, Dec. 11 at Ours Studios in Decatur.

Congressman presents: Congressman Johnson presides over his third-annual Unsung Heroes Awards program held Sunday, Dec. 11 at Ours Studios in Decatur.

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