Anthony Wayne High School hosted a Veterans Day assembly on Monday, Nov. 11 which included tributes to veterans and the induction of 22 graduates and former staff members to the prestigious Wall of Honor.
The AWHS Military Wall of Honor, established in 2019, recognizes the sacrifices of Anthony Wayne High School alumni and employees who have served, or are actively serving in the armed forces. The newly added names, representing veterans from various branches of the military, will join the ranks of those already enshrined on the wall.
“We are deeply honored to recognize the brave individuals who have served our country and our community,” said Dr. Kevin Pfefferle, AWHS Principal. “Their selflessness and commitment deserve to be remembered, and this ceremony is a small way for us to express our gratitude.”
The Veterans Day ceremony also included keynote addresses by 180th Fighter Wing Retired Lt. Colonel Rebecca "Buffy" Ohm and 107th Fighter Squadron Retired Lt. Colonel John "Mojo" Ohm, and musical performances by the AWHS Band and AWHS Close Harmony choir ensemble.
Added to the Wall of Honor in the Class of 2024 were:
Air Force David Bell, AWLS Employee
Keith Carter, 1980
Nathan Keller, 2019
Sydney Raab, 2020
Blake Reed, 2023
Robert L. Shadle, Jr., 1958
Thomas W. Shadle, 1961
Crystal (Kingston) Spencer, 1980
| Army Timothy Baranski, 1979
Steven Despoth, 2009
Tim Hancock, 1984
Donovan Miller, 2021
Robert Neumeyer, 1969
Robert L. Shadle, Sr., 1935
John Snyder, 1967
Wayne Strohacker, 1986
David Suleski, Sr., 1960
Stephen Trippe, 1979
David Utley, 1979 |
Coast Guard Tristen Sorensen, 2017
| Navy Chris Hodge, 1989
Valerie Strang, 1990
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For more about the AWHS Military Wall of Honor, or to nominate a service member for a future induction ceremony, please visit www.AnthonyWayneSchools.org/WallofHonor.