Northampton County proudly recognized 12 extraordinary individuals and one outstanding community group at the annual Outstanding Senior Awards Ceremony April 24 at the Charles Chrin Community Center in Palmer Township. The annual celebration honors seniors whose leadership, service and dedication have significantly enriched the Northampton County community.

“These honorees exemplify what it means to give selflessly,” said County Executive Lamont G. McClure. “Their contributions span decades and touch every corner of the county – from mentoring young people and serving the underserved, to preserving local traditions and supporting our most vulnerable neighbors.”

This year’s Outstanding Senior Award Honorees are:

• Barbara Abel (Nazareth) – Intergenerational Outstanding Senior Award recipient, for sharing her musical talents with Morningstar Living residents and inspiring youth through music.

• Marvin Boyer (Palmer Township) – For his enduring leadership in civil rights, criminal justice reform and community advocacy.

• Mary Detrick (Pen Argyl) – For her exceptional volunteer work addressing food insecurity, elder support, and shelter needs.

• Curt Ehly (Easton) – For his tireless contributions to community revitalization, especially as emcee of the Easton Farmers Market.

• James & Eileen Glancy (Upper Nazareth Township) – For their compassionate and consistent service with Meals on Wheels and personal outreach to those in need.

• Happy Hookers, Knit Wits, and Sew ‘n’ Sews Group (Forks Township) – Outstanding Community Group recipient, for crafting essential items that support local seniors, children with special needs, the homeless and animal shelters.

• Charles Mallon (Nazareth Borough) – For his 21 years of service at the Nazareth Senior Center and dedication to Meals on Wheels and Habitat for Humanity.

• James Marsh (Palmer Township) – For decades of leadership at Bethel Memorial Baptist Church and involvement with the VA and community nonprofits.

• Gerald E. Seyfried (Lower Nazareth) – For a lifetime of public service, from County Executive to founder of the Parks 2000 initiative.

• Maryann Umble (Bethlehem) – For her steadfast support of faith-based outreach, emergency shelter services and community coordination.

• Charles Wacik (Easton) – For his extensive record of volunteerism in local government, youth sports, church activities and public safety.

• Linda Weiss (Bethlehem) – For her lifelong dedication to children’s education and her ongoing volunteer work with Cops ‘n Kids, Meals on Wheels and more.

The event celebrated the vital roles older adults play in building stronger, more compassionate communities. Each honoree’s story reflects years – often decades – of tireless, often unsung service.

For more information on the Outstanding Senior Awards or senior services in Northampton County, please contact the Northampton County Area Agency on Aging at 610-829-4540.