Posted by DG Bret McKeand
 
 
 
The efforts and contributions of three past district governors were recognized during the July 10 District Celebration and Installation Ceremony followed by the induction of all three into the newly created District 5495 Ring of Honor.
 
Outgoing District Governor Elizabeth Mahoney unveiled the new Ring of Honor during the district celebration lunch held at the Wigwam Resort in Litchfield Park.
 
The inaugural class of inductees consists of Past District Governors George Wheeler, Art Harrington and Jeanie Morgan.
 
The Ring of Honor is meant to pay tribute to the contributions, accomplishments and lasting legacy of former Arizona district governors. Recipients will be chosen each year by the current district governor line.
 
“We have had so many fabulous district governors, but the first three chosen to go into our Ring of Honor were selected because of all they’ve done – and continue to do – for our district,” said District Governor Bret McKeand.
 
“Our district is as strong as it is today because of all they’ve contributed – not just during their year as district governor, but their continued efforts and involvement year in and year out.”
 
The 2021 Ring of Honor Class:
  • George Wheeler served as District Governor in 1999-2000. A founding member of the Peoria North Rotary Club, George remains heavily involved in district activities and committees. He has served as a mentor to several subsequent district governors and presently is an instructor for the Rotary Leadership Institute.
  • Art Harrington served as District Governor in 1998-1999 and is a member of the Prescott Sunup Club. Art is a strong supporter of the district’s educational and training opportunities and serves as the district’s Interact Chair. Art also is an instructor with the Rotary Leadership Institute.
  • Jeanie Morgan served as District Governor in 2009-2010. A member of the Rotary Club of Mesa West, Jeanie has served as the district treasurer and presently serves as chair of The Rotary Vocational Fund of Arizona.
See more photos of the July 10 Celebration and Installation at the District Website.