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TNA Hall of Fame

Purpose of Award

In 1999, Texas Nurses Association – District 2 began recognition of District 2 members that demonstrated exemplary professional nursing practice, patient and nursing advocacy with vibrant nursing leadership. We continue today with a shared common purpose to advance excellence in nursing – a pursuit that requires commitment, involvement, and leadership.

TNA Hall of Fame Winners 1999-2022

Eunice King

Mildred Primer

Edith Rust

Naomi Black

Jolene Walsh

Juanita Walker

Sisters of the Charity of the Incarnate Word

Ardis Martin

Sharon Weaver

Patsy Britting

Marilyn Dyer

Betty Henry

Dorthea “Dot” Fee

Gwen Hailey

Jeff Doiron

Marlene Hudgins

Sandy Fricks

Virginia Sicola

Katherine Reed

Delores Thompson

In Memory of Eunice King

Heidi Taylor

Pia Habersang

Richard Pullen

Ruth Whitehead

Deborah Davenport

Laura Reyher

Carolyn Witherspoon

Deanah Alexander

Sharol Finley

Sue Rankin

Selection Process

  • Texas Nurses Association local representatives will select Hall of Fame candidates from the District 2 area.
  • The Hall of Fame candidate will be presented to the Panhandle Great 25 committee for review and confirmation.

Criteria for award

Registered Nurse in good standing with Texas State Board of Nursing

Active TNA – District 2 member

Advances nursing by fostering high standards of nursing practice

Promotes a safe and ethical work environment

Bolsters the health and wellness of nurses

Community, State and/or National advocacy on health care issues and policy pertaining to nurses and the public

Demonstrated nursing leadership at the forefront of improving healthcare for all

Award Recognition

  • The TNA Hall of Fame Honoree will be recognized at the Great 25 Annual Ceremony.
  • The Great 25 Nurses host will introduce the TNA Hall of Fame Honoree and criteria for the recognition.
  • A member(s) of the Great 25 Nurses Committee will introduce the honoree and her or his contributions.
  • The TNA Hall of Fame Honoree will receive a special plaque separate from the Great 25 honoree plaque.

Our Mission

To identify, celebrate, and elevate extraordinary nursing professionals in the Panhandle region.