2021 Heroes
Heroes come in many forms. Whether military personnel, frontline and healthcare workers, or social justice activists committed to equality – we raise a flag in their honor and recognize their service and sacrifice. Together, we can encourage our friends and neighbors to recognize heroes in our community. Join us in applauding the service of our local champions and be a part of this incredible tradition in our community. You can help by sponsoring your personal hero with a $50 tax deductible donation.
Medard M Slatwinski
Medard was born in NYC and grew up in Poland. He served in the European and African Theatres during WWII...
More Sponsor - ALICIA. Slatwinski FelibertyJeffery Santoro
Following the 2001, September 11th terrorist attack on the United States of America, I managed to put a lot of...
More Sponsor - Anthony SantoroPatrick Smith
USMC PARRIS ISLAND SC Degree NameWORLD ORDER AND CIVILITYField Of StudyLIBERATING THE OPPRESSEDGradeHONORABLE DISCHARGE 1988 Dates attended or expected graduation1982...
More Sponsor - Anthony SantoroDave Steel
DAVID B. MOORE
Parents Dr. Roy and Janie Baker
Daddy was 4F during WWII because one leg was 2" shorter than other, probably polio survivor. As Superintendent of Schools...
More Sponsor - Barry BakerRocco G. DiDonato
Jordan Cook
Peter Bosserman
Maurice Harrison
John LaFazia
Todd Sapp
Gabe McCloskey
Brent Deatrick
Donald Fleming
Adam McMullen
Corey McMullen
Naajee Tymes
Naajee Tymes
Norman Carter
Served in the US Army, 173rd Airborne Division, SP4. In Viet Nam 1967-1968.
More Sponsor - Deb CarterBrandon Smith
Willam Guenther
VCAT {Veterans and College Athletes Together}
A fitness and wellness program for OEF and OIF Veterans. Veterans are matched with UD Athletes as workout buddies twice...
More Sponsor - Evelyn HayesKenneth Huelskamp Sr
Jack Kavanagh
Served in the Strickland Destroyer Escort in the Atlantic and Pacific during World War II.
More Sponsor - Jane and Jeff MortonJack kavanagh
Served in the Strickland Destroyer Escort in Atlantic and Pacific WWII
More Sponsor - Jane and jeff mortonBetty Kavanagh
My mom survived Polio, two bouts of cancer, raised 9 children and worked in the family business. Never complained.
More Sponsor - Jane and jeff mortonJames Lawhorn
Jimmy Lawhorn is the proud father of three sons and five grandchildren . Jimmy volunteered and served as a United...
More Sponsor - Jason LawhornArt Lear
Art Lear was a native Delawarean whom served in Europe during World War II. He earned a Purple Heart for...
More Sponsor - Jennifer PilcherArt Lear
Verdie Marshbanks Holt
Verdie Marshbanks Holt
James B. Streit Sr.
F. Charles Raab, III
James B. Streit, Sr.
F. Charles Raab, III
Jay Hornor
Jay served our country during World War II and the Korean War in the Air Force. He came back and...
More Sponsor - John HornorSSgt Corima Chavez
Sgt Ryan Golder
Astor Ritter
Melvin J. Dennis
Melvin is my brother who fought for this country by serving in the US army.
More Sponsor - Joyce HendersonTeachers at Downes Elementary
When COVID-19 hit, teachers had to reassess and adjust how they interact with students. The teachers at Downes have done...
More Sponsor - Kelly BachmanTeachers at Shue-Medill Middle School
When COVID-19 hit, teachers had to reassess and adjust how they interact with students. The teachers at Shue have done...
More Sponsor - Kelly BachmanDr. Roshni Guerry
Roshni Guerry, M.D. is a triple board certified physician at ChristianaCare and Medical Director of the Supportive and Palliative Care...
More Sponsor - Kelly BachmanGregory Kupar
Michael Loro
James B. Streit, Sr.
F. Charles Raab, III
Ralph L. Hairsine
John Stapleford
Captain Trevor Reed
Currently serving a tour in Afghanistan and Kuwait. Received the Combat Action award.
More Sponsor - Lyn HenshawCathryn Minnich
MIchael Caughlin Jr.
Anne Chapman Sisk
Could not be prouder of my niece. A graduate of the University of Maryland, USAF Capt. Anne Chapman "Annie" Sisk...
More Sponsor - Mark SiskJoseph Gilbert Sisk
My grandfather J. Gilbert Sisk served in World War 1 with the American Expeditionary Forces in Europe.
More Sponsor - Mark SiskCharles J Bryson Jr
Kenneth L Roach
James Walker Sisk
James is caseworker working with Preble Street Veterans Housing Services in Portland, Maine. He provide services to veterans and their...
More Sponsor - Mary Brighthaupt/Jonathan SiskJohn (Jack) Sullivan
1938-2018 (deceased) Army Veteran, Newark businessman, loving husband and father.
More Sponsor - Mary LofinkThomas Russell
Thomas Russell proudly served as a US Marine in the Vietnam War. He received the purple heart after being critically...
More Sponsor - Megan & Ryan ZarzyckiEdward C. Luck
My uncle Ed is a diplomat, linguist, and concerned global citizen. He most recently served as the United Nations Secretary-General’s...
More Sponsor - Michael LuckDenis J. Reckner
Ty Callahan
My hero, Corporal Ty Callahan, is a combat veteran. He served in the 4th Marine Expeditionary Brigade and fought in...
More Sponsor - Mrs. Tricia CallahanRobert "Bupper" Bachman
Honorably served in U.S. Army. Loving father, grandfather, husband, uncle, brother and son.
More Sponsor - Nathan & Kelly BachmanVincent Keely
My dad was an army WWII veteran who unfortunately saw his share of bad stuff. But he served our country,...
More Sponsor - Paul & Eileen KeelyRichard M Heeter Sr
Loving son, husband, father of 9 (yes nine!), grandfather of 16. Proud Air Force veteran. We miss this remarkable man...
More Sponsor - Paul KeelyCity of Newark
Honoring all Veteran employees and Veteran retirees of the City of Newark who have served our Country
More Sponsor - Polly SiererNewark Police Department
Honoring all City of Newark Police Officers for their service to our community
More Sponsor - Polly SiererAetna Hose Hook & Ladder Company
Honoring all Firefighters and EMT’s who serve our City of Newark Community
More Sponsor - Polly SiererJohn Wiggins
Uncle Jack served in World War II at the same time as his four of his brothers. They When he...
More Sponsor - Robin BroomallRussell Wiggins
Uncle Russell served in World War II, mostly in Protection Service. His last assignment was in Washington, D.C. He served...
More Sponsor - Robin BroomallBert Wiggins
Uncle Bert was a decorated serviceman in World War II, serving under Patton in North Africa into Europe and the...
More Sponsor - Robin BroomallWilliam Leslie Broomall
Col. Wm. Leslie Broomall, my brother-in-law, was a decorated Air Force officer, serving in many locations around the world during...
More Sponsor - Robin BroomallVerlye Wiggins
My father was the second oldest of 7 sons. While the others were able to serve in World War II...
More Sponsor - Robin BroomallRoss Wiggins
My grandpap, Ross Wiggins, taught me so many things in my life. He wasn't educated, didn't serve in the wars,...
More Sponsor - Robin BroomallHoward J. Savacool
Howard, my father, served in the Marine Corp. 1946-48. He then served in the Marine Reserves till 1952, finishing as...
More Sponsor - Savacool FamilyJoseph Bucksner
Joe is a 15 year veteran of the Wilmington Police Department and currently a supervisor within the detectives unit. He...
More Sponsor - Stephanie BucksnerBobby Fangman
Joe Bucksner
Joe is a City of Wilmington Detective Supervisor. He has served as an officer for more than 15 years and...
More Sponsor - The Bucksner FamilyJerry Clifton
William H. Robinson
Proudly served in the Navy on the USS Boxer aircraft carrier during the Korean War from 1955-1959.
More Sponsor - Tim and Ruthie TooleLawrence Massengill
Col. Paul E. Wise, Jr.
Paul was a highly-decorated US Army officer, achieving the rank of full Colonel. He retired in 1982 but not before...
More Sponsor - William A SullivanLeo A. Sullivan
World War II hero, served in the US Navy and was present at the Japanese surrender at Tokyo Bay, his...
More Sponsor - William A. SullivanLeo A. Sullivan
WWII vet in the US Navy, served on LSTs in Europe and later the Pacific Theater, his ship was one...
More Sponsor - William A. SullivanCol. Paul E. Wise, Jr.
Prof. Wise was a highly decorated U.S. Army officer, achieving the rank of full colonel. He retired in 1982, but...
More Sponsor - William A. SullivanHonorable Wayne R. Hanby
Our hometown hero is retired Corporal, Judge Wayne R. Hanby. Wayne proudly served with the United States Marine Corps (2nd...
More Sponsor - Your kids and grandkidsSponsor a Flag
By sponsoring a flag, you are not only recognizing the men and women you admire, but supporting the Newark Morning Rotary Club in its mission of service above self by making local community service projects throughout the year possible.
100% of the proceeds from your sponsorship benefit a variety of community organizations, scholarships, and projects such as:
- Newark Area Welfare Committee
- Downes Homework Club
- Stockings for Soldiers
- Junior Achievement
- Relay for Life
- Shoes That Fit
Who Can Be Your Hero?
Your heroes are anyone who has made a difference in your life that you’d like to honor in this special way, including:
Active military
Veterans
Police officers
Firefighters
Paramedics
Nurses
Volunteers
Parents
Siblings
Friends
Coaches
Mentors