The Staunton Chamber of Commerce and the City of Staunton has announced that Lynn and Nancy Neuhaus are the 2022 Staunton Citizens of the Year. Lynn and Nancy were recognized and awarded their plaque Friday, Dec. 2, at the Christmas tree lighting on Main Street.
Lynn is the son of the late Harold and Audrie Neuhaus. Audrie was the 1993 recipient of the Staunton Citizen of the Year. Nancy grew up and lived in Staunton, and has been married to Lynn for the past 49 years. The first 10 years they lived in Staunton, then moved to Gillespie, and returned to Staunton 20 years ago. Lynn and Nancy have two children and four grandchildren. They are members of St. Michael's Church.
Nomination letters told of their involvement in numerous community projects and their willingness to lend a helping hand. They have been especially involved in the beautification of Duda Park by lighting, cleaning and upgrading the landscaping, planting and taking care of the upkeep of plants and flowers.
Lynn was also able to assist in the electronic entry system to the city clerk building and has helped with various tasks at the community center. He also helped initiate meetings for the community in the community center space.
The nominations can be summed up with this statement from one of the letters, "They strive to make Staunton a better place to live and work. They are so deserving of this award."
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