Legends, Leaders, and Life Well Lived Awards
Nominate Someone Who Has Shaped Our Community
Every community is defined by the people who quietly—and sometimes boldly—make it better.
They are the visionaries who inspire change. The leaders who serve without seeking recognition. The neighbors who devote their lives to improving the lives of others. Their impact reaches far beyond a single accomplishment; it becomes part of the fabric of our community.
Each year, Senior Citizens Inc.'s Legends, Leaders & A Life Well Lived Awards recognize individuals whose lifetime of service, leadership, generosity, and dedication has left a lasting legacy in Coastal Georgia.
From educators and civic leaders to philanthropists, historians, healthcare professionals, volunteers, and advocates, our honorees represent the very best of what it means to live a life of purpose and impact.
Do You Know Someone Who Deserves This Honor?
We invite you to nominate an individual whose life and work have made our community stronger.
Nominees should demonstrate:
A lifetime of meaningful contributions to the community
Leadership that has inspired others
A legacy of service, generosity, or innovation
A lasting impact that continues to benefit future generations
While professional accomplishments may be considered, the award celebrates something greater—a life devoted to making a difference.
Why it Matters
The Legends, Leaders & A Life Well Lived Awards are about more than recognition.
They preserve the stories of those who have helped shape our community, inspire future generations of leaders, and remind us that a life well lived is measured not only by personal success, but by the lives we touch along the way.
Submit a Nomination
Help us recognize someone whose legacy deserves to be celebrated.
Nominations are now open.
Nomination Deadline: September 18, 2026
Submit Your Nomination by downloading the nomination form
Please note, you may type in the information directly online, save it as a file, and email it to jbarrett@seniorcitizens-inc.org
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Print and mail the completed from to the attention of Johnathon Barrett, Senior Citizens Inc., 3025 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31405
If you have any difficulties or questions completing the form, please contact Johnathon Barrett at 912-236-0363 extension: 114.
Past Legends, Leaders, and Life Well Lived Award Winners
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Sr. Margaret Beatty, R.S.M
2024
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Bettye West Berksteiner
2023
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Dr. Joseph A. Buck, III
2022
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Dale and Lila Critz
2021
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Linnie Darden
2019
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Richard Eckberg
2019
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Robert Faircloth
2023
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Deborah Goldwire
2021
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G.H. Griffin
2022
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Pat Hackney
2026
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Shirley Barber James
2026
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Robert E. James
2021
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Irene L. Johnson
2018
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Dr. Otis Johnson
2025
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Don Kole
2022
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Kathy Levitt
2024
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Wanda S. Lloyd
2023
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Cliff McCurry
2024
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Eric Meyerhoff
2020
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Camille O'Neill
2025
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Dr. Paul Pressley
2026
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Arnold Tenenbaum
2020
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Delores Washington
2020
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Col. Ed Wexler
2018
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Dr. Leslie Wilkes
2019
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Lt. (Ret.) John A. White, Sr.
2025
Want to become a sponsor?
The Legends, Leaders, and a Life Well Lived event is made possible by the incredible community leaders and businesses who support us. By sponsoring this event, our supporters help us address the top needs of our community year after year, season after season.
Interested in joining our cause? Please contact Anne Cordeiro at acordeiro@seniorcitizens-inc.org or at 912-236-0363.
Make a donation.
Your gift to Legends, Leaders, and Life Well Lived will provide meals, wellness checks, and more for older adults in our community. You may make your gift in honor of an honoree or in honor/memory of someone special to you. We will send a letter, if you wish, to let the person/family know of your gift. (We will not include the amount of your gift.)
Have questions?
Let us know.
Become a part of the SCI Legends, Leaders, and Life Well Lived Awards and learn more about about annual event today.