There are a handful of organizations that have over the years provided unconditional support to the men and women who serve in uniform and the American Red Cross is one of them. The strength of the Red Cross has always come from their volunteers and several have recently been recognized for their selfless service. Deservedly so.
They come from many parts of the world - the former Czechoslovakia, Japan and the U.S., but they have a common nature - the desire to donate their time. As volunteers with the Red Cross here on Fort Jackson they have nearly 60 years of service at Moncrief Army Community Hospital (MACH) between them.
For their service and dedication, the Red Cross is honoring Koto “the cookie lady” Lynch, Edith Currie, Joseph J. Caruso and Stanley Hilley this month as Hometown Heroes.
While their duties range from distributing sweet treats to helping dispense much-needed medicine, they all provide much more.
“When someone sees the Red Cross badge they feel a sense of compassion,” said Deidra Stubbs, Red Cross senior staff adviser. “They are a symbol, a presence, to the patients of someone who cares.”
Koto Lynch came to the United States from Japan in 1970. She has been a Red Cross volunteer since 1979. Known as the cookie lady, every Thursday morning she can be found pushing her cart loaded with cookies, punch, spiced tea and coffee throughout the hospital.
My sincerest thanks to ALL the Red Cross volunteers. They are heroes supporting heroes in my book. Sgt Hook out.
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