2021 Tribute to Women Honorees

Jessica Jane Rucker

At the tender age of 15, Jessica suffered the devastating loss of the most important women in her life-her Mother. Fortunately, Jessica was blessed [...]

Vivian Crymble

Vivian has a heart of gold, and her generosity knows no bounds.  She gives and gives, and give some more.  As a past Rotary [...]

Nell Bieger

Nell, your expert legal wisdom is greatly appreciated, but even more important is your kindness and loving caring which you give to all. Thank [...]

Peggy Donaldson

My mother significantly encouraged my spiritual, physical, and academic growth in life. I did not realize I was following in my mother's footsteps as [...]

Kathy Whitaker

Kathy Whitaker has been known to say this is not a job to her. This is her life mission. She proves that every day [...]

Jane Alma Manzi

Her devotion to her family was pure. Her legacy of unconditional love and support continues everyday to serve as a role model for her [...]

Lisa Baker

Lisa Baker is running a Friesian Breeding Program, Boarding Barn and Riding Instruction Business in Bluff City, TN. But what she really does is so [...]

Claire Doherty

Claire Doherty’s love for and commitment to Bristol began when she came to live here 36 years ago. As a member of Newcomers & Friends, [...]

Ida M Allison

My Mom, As the Organizer General of our family, she managed the eight of us as trainees guided to live by the golden rule. An [...]

Sarah Scott

Sara, You are an outstanding musician who has willingly taught, accompanied and performed for churches and numerous community events such as most every Tribute to [...]

Shaunna Mellons

Through the sharing of her time, energy, and personal experience with addiction, Shaunna offers much-needed hope and support to those who often have none. [...]

Margot Seay

For more than 20 years, Margot Seay has worked locally and across the nation to elevate the voices of 50+ Americans.

Carrie Upshaw

To have known Carrie Upshaw was to appreciate her compassion and loving touch towards everyone she met. Kingsport is a better place because [...]

Sharon Mooney

Sharon has a radiant light which shines through her beautiful smile, her loyal friendship and her kind gentle heart. Sharon's gift of listening and [...]

Anne Johnson

The Kindergarten class at Saint Anne Catholic School would love to recognize Mrs. Anne Johnson as a 2021 Tribute to Women Honoree.  Although this [...]

Lisa Cofer

Lisa, there is no one with a bigger heart than yours in our community. The time, effort, and dedication you have given to help [...]