2021 Tribute to Women Honorees

Leslie Grace

Leslie Grace has been a steadfast supporter of the arts through her work with A! Magazine and Arts Alliance Mountain Empire. She continues to [...]

Nina Gray

Nina’s passion for helping others is highlighted throughout her professional career and through her devotion to community volunteerism. In retirement, Nina did not rest. Her [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Suzanne Blaser

The Second Grade class at Saint Anne Catholic School would love to recognize Mrs. Suzanne Blaser as a 2021 Tribute to Women Honoree!  Teaching young little minds [...]

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 [...]

Mrs. Deb Miller

The Saint Anne Catholic School Junior Kindergarten class of 2021 is proud to recognize Mrs. Deb Miller as a Tribute to Women Honoree. To [...]

Danielle Bland

It’s difficult to pinpoint the exact number of lives inspired by Danielle Bland throughout her career as owner and artistic director of The Dance [...]

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, [...]

Dottie Whitesides

Dottie is a lifelong mentor and friend. Throughout my teenaged years and into adulthood, Dottie shared wise observations about books, life, and people when [...]

Sonie Schermer

She has been engaged in showcasing the majesty of our natural environment for over 30 years. She is a true champion for residents and [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Jean McCort

Often working quietly behind the scene, Jean is an inspirational woman who has shared her talents, gifts and light to empower and nurture community [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]