Who Is Your Hero?

Do you have a personal hero? Tell us about them. It doesn’t have to be perfect to make a difference in someone else’s life.

Your Everyday Hero: Jim R.

Jim coached a TOPSoccer for kids with special needs. He also started the Prom For The Stars, an annual dance for young adults with disabilities.

The Saturday soccer games included snacks and a banquet at the end of the year with special trophies. He found sponsors to help with the Prom and many of the dresses and tuxedos for the young women and men were donated by individuals and businesses in the area. The Prom had grown so large it had to be held at a downtown exhibition ballroom and for many of the people involved it is the highlight of their year.

Jim passed away early in May of a heart attack. He will be forever remembered and loved.

When asked why he did what he did, he replied simply, "It needed to be done." Jim lived the FBL mission.

Story was submitted anonymously