Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Celebrates Volunteers With Return of Annual Volunteer Recognition Banquet
Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton recently honored its volunteers for their service with the return of its annual Volunteer Recognition Banquet at Mandalay Banquet Center in Dayton, as part of National Volunteer Month.
“Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton is blessed to have dedicated volunteers who believe in our mission and support our patients and families,” said Maureen Swarts, manager of volunteer services at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton. “Our volunteers serve our patients in so many ways, from being a friendly visitor and providing comfort items to honoring Veteran patients for their service and providing certified pets for comfort.”
This year’s Volunteer Recognition Banquet was the first in-person volunteer event since 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton recognized years of service milestones for 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, and 40 years of service.
“This year, one word came to mind to celebrate our volunteers: celebrate,” Swarts said. “We wanted to celebrate those who give their time, talents and hearts and do not look for anything in return. Our volunteers always tell us they receive more than they give, and we’re happy to celebrate their service.”
To learn more about volunteering with Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, please visit: www.HospiceofDayton.org/Volunteers/ or call 937.256.9507, ext. 3314.
Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, an affiliate of Ohio’s Hospice, is a not-for-profit hospice provider. Since 1978, it has served patients and families in the Dayton region in their homes, extended care and assisted living facilities, and the Hospice House location in Dayton. Grief support services are available to the entire community through the Pathways of Hope Grief Counseling Center. Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton serves more than 1,000 patients and families daily, achieving national recognition for innovative services and outstanding care.
Several volunteers who attended the Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Volunteer Recognition Banquet in May were recognized for 3 years of service. Pictured in the front row (left to right) are: Patty DeVer, Mary Herbst, Melanie Kavalunas, Lois Neidig, and Stephen Parrish. Pictured in the back row (left to right) are: Cathy Emmers, Chuck Farmer, Linda Pangborn, Zandra Woody, and David Weeks. 
The following volunteers were recognized for 5 years of service at the Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Volunteer Recognition Banquet. Pictured in the front row (left to right) are: Phil Dei Dolori, Donna Czechowski, Donna Grote, Judy Ireton, and Anita Krull. Pictured in the middle row (left to right) are: Jennifer Cundiff, Mike Cornelius, Bonnie Campbell, Lynn Braden, and Candy Clark. Pictured in the back row (left to right) are: Ali Gezinski, George Loney, Harriet Loney, John Oliver, and Cheryl Oney. 
The following volunteers were recognized for 10 years of service at the Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Volunteer Recognition Banquet in May. Pictured in the front row (left to right) are: Chris Steel, Lois Gollihugh, Vicki Hahn, and Gloria Osborne. Pictured in the back row (left to right) are: Patricia Rawson, Dotty Rezabek, and Susan Sundermeyer. 
Linda Parrot (left) and Judy Cole (right) were recognized for 15 years of service at the Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Volunteer Recognition Banquet in May. 
Darlene Ferris was recognized for 20 years of service at the Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Volunteer Recognition Banquet in May. 
Dave Gasper was recognized for 25 years of service at the Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Volunteer Recognition Banquet in May.
