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MaryAnne Arcand
, British
Columbia,
works tirelessly to promote truck safety in the logging industry. She is
Director of the Forestry TruckSafe Program
John Barber,
Driver for Schneider National, pulled a motorist to safety when her car
crashed and flipped (Highway Angel Award)
David Broyles
is an inspiration for many. His attitude changed from one of
disenfranchisement to one of involvement with fellow truckers and the public.
David’s chivalrous attitude: “Instead of getting mad at a rookie because he’s
having a hard time backing in, why don’t you step out of your truck and help
him? Be helpful, don’t be hateful”
Douglas Crawford, Leesburg,
GA,
saved the life of a fellow trucker who was injured in an accident and unable
to leave his burning truck.
Bob Degnan,British
Columbia, Canada.
Bob has been on the road for 26 years. Jane nominated Bob because he is one of
the safest drivers she’s ever met. He’s very courteous and always on time or
early (and he does it legally)
Roger Dreusch, Company Driver. Roger is
an all-round great person. He works hard to support his family and to do the
right thing. And Roger is always there to help others.
Tony Estrada and Jeff Morgan. These
two owner-operators held their ground and won the appeal that upheld the
Court's finding that FedEx Ground drivers are employees and not independent
contractors. Tony and Jeff said that they always knew that if they stood their
ground and told the truth , justice would prevail for their fellow drivers.
Tony and Jeff won $11 million in total damages for 200 drivers.
Stephen Lee Fischer, Ft.
Wayne, IN,
Owner/Operator helped a visiting family from Italy
stranded on the side of the road with a fire burning in their RV
Pete Flematti, Massachusetts.
Pete’s wife, Tracy, says he gives more than 100% in everything he does. He’s
making up for all those who are giving a lot less. Petesays to
“think safety at all times”
Eric Fullerton, a valiant hero who
disarmed an escaped convict as he tried to shoot Arby’s employee. Eric knew
that a tragedy would occur if he didn’t do something. While struggling for
control of the gun, Eric was cut by was cut by the convict’s knife several
times along the right side of his throat and had to have stitches. But Eric
returned to work the same day.
Sheryl Fink, Gulfport,
MS,
was the first person upon an accident that killed three young men. She helped
survivors and directed safety at the scene. (Highway Angel for 2007)
Candy Gardner, Michigan, Owner/Operator:
Candy is involved in many endeavors; she’s a Trucker Buddy to a special needs
class, she helped found Operation Roger Truckers’ Pet Transport and is a team
leader, she participates in a truckers’ telephone ministry, always working on
behalf of her fellow truckers and stays active in political issues.
Jim Hoffman, driver for John Christner
Trucking: Aided four victims of an accident in 2 degree weather. He
administered first aid for bleeding, broken legs, shock, and cold.
Tom Johnson, Driver for Con-Way: Rescued
a mother and baby during an accident. The baby was pinned under the vehicle
from his chest down. He and other motorists lifted the cab of a pickup off the
baby in order to push him out from under it.
Michael Keasling from Texas.
Michael, a lease-purchase driver, has been driving for about 2 years. His
wife Stephanie wrote that Michael is a hard-working, SAFE driver. He puts
safety first on on-time deliveries second. However, by aligning his
priorities correctly, Michael is always able to do both.
John Kern is an Operation
Roger volunteer and board member, so he is always helping pets get to their
new homes. As a Knight of the Road, John upheld one of the Knightly charges to
always help a fellow knight in need. John helped an injured driver get to the
hospital, called the drivers family to ensure that everyone knew about the
accident.
Mike Kopfinger found that you can fight city hall and win. When his
dream of becoming a truck driver was threatened, he hung in and navigated his
way through the bureaucratic maze because he was "fighting for a dream". It's
important to know people who make a stand and don't give up when times are
tough.
Brenda Meachem: A Trucker Buddy
who gives her student’s presents on her birthday. She reaches convinces
family, friends and co-workers to help her fulfill the dreams and needs of
children
Elizabeth Pavlistaof Miami,
AZ
Risking her own life Elizabeth
struggled to pull a large woman from the burning car. Just as the car fuel
tank exploded, she helped to pull the woman farther from the flames.
Merrill Pilger, an Operation Roger
volunteer, was walking back to his truck one day at a truck stop when another
truck driver motioned for his help. Merrill found the driver had been ill for
days at the truck stop; a virus had left the driver partially paralyzed.
Thankfully, Merrill had the heart and took the time to investigate the
situation.
Howard Regener: Saved his life and the
lives of two men who caused a tragic accident Goodyear Highway
Hero Award.
John Rose, Owner/Operator: Trucker Buddy
of the Month. Sends each of his students personal cards and teaches them lots
of life’s lessons.
Steve Udelhoven, Mount
Hope, WI.
Company equipment driver of the year,
He sets his goals, analyzes how to meet them,
and then makes sure he gets them done. IF he says he’ll do something, he does
it – whatever it takes to do it.
David Virgoe, a Knight of Pure Valor.
David gave his life to prevent a serious accident that could have taken the
lives of many motorists
David Whyte, Australia,
The son of a truck driver, David believes that “truck drivers are professional
people who enjoy what we do and love driving. However, there is a need for
greater understanding and tolerance on the roads by all drivers.” David won
the crown of Young Australian Truck Driver 2007
Brian Wyant. Out of 1000 drivers, Smith
Transport named Brian the 2006 driver of the year. Last year he drove 139,000
miles, had no service failures, no safety incidents, idled his truck only 4.1%
of running time and had a 98% fuel mileage compliance. Brian’s co-workers say
this about him: Hes the best of the best and makes our jobs easier.
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