The Service Above Self Award is given to any community member, Rotarian or not, who exemplifies Rotary's motto of "Service Above Self." This year, the award was given to Ellen Jogo for her years of incredible service in the community, but especially for her work for the Deposit Historical Society. Friend Kay Hoban from the Board of Directors of the Historical Society gave the speech detailing Ellen's accomplishments. Seeing Ellen happily surrounded by family as well as guests from the Historical Society Board, I'm sure every Rotarian felt that we had found a truly deserving recipient for this prestigious award.
Following the Service Above Self Award, the Paul Harris Fellowship was award to club president Harry Dilello to recognize and thank him for all his work for the Deposit Rotary Club and for serving as such a fine president. Rick Zacharias gave the speech offering a biography of Harry and a list of all the qualities that make him a deserving candidate for the highest honor that can be given to a Rotarian. I'm so happy to congratulate Ellen and Harry for their achievements and awards.
The Paul Harris Dinner was really a special and inspiring event and once again reminded me that Rotary is not only an organization that contributes so much to our community and the world, but is also a group of truly extraordinary people, all of whom are friends who respect and value each other and it's always striking how warm, friendly, and high-spirited Rotary events are—not just the special ones like the Paul Harris Dinner, but each and every meeting.
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