Paul Harris Fellow
The Paul Harris Fellow recognition is one of Rotary's most prestigious honors, acknowledging individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to Rotary's mission of service above self. Named after Rotary's founder, Paul Harris, this recognition celebrates individuals who go above and beyond in serving their communities and supporting Rotary's global humanitarian efforts, making a lasting impact through their dedication to making the world a better place.
Honored Rotarians active in 2025-26
Community members honored in 2025-26*
J.C. Argetsinger
Jim Bacalles
Michelle Benjamin
Carl Blowers
Bruce Boughton
Dena Carrigan
James Chedzoy
Judy McKinney Cherry
Michaela Christensen *
Marty Evans *
Richard Evans *
Dominick Franzese
Glenda Gephart
James Guild
Charles Haeffner
Fred Hall
Matt Hayden
James Jr. Howell
John King
Nancy Loughlin
Ted Marks
Stewart E. McDivitt
Kevin Murphy
Terri Orbin
Emily Peckham
Nancy A. Peters
Judy Phillips
William Phoenix
William Preston *
Michel Ray
Nancy Ruda
Dave Ryan
Bridgette Stewart
Donald Stocum
Dr. Cynthia Terry
Elizabeth Watson *
Kenneth J. Wilson
Nan Woodworth
RIGHT: Rotarian Matt Hayden pins William Preston as a Paul Harris Fellow award recipient. CENTER: Dick and Marty Evans, honored together as Paul Harris Fellows, are with, from the left, Rotarian presenter Glenda Gephart; daughter and Rotarian Heather O'Grady-Evans; son Jonathon Evans; and Rotarian presenter Nancy Ruda. LEFT: Honoree Michaela Christensen listens as Rotarian Bridgette Stewart reads details about the Paul Harris Fellow award.