The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick Irishman of the Year is the organization's highest honor. It is annually bestowed upon a deserving member of the Irish community who has demonstrated a selfless dedication to the advancement of the Irish heritage. Gentlemen are reviewed on their merits, accomplishments in preserving the Irish culture and traditions, as well as their efforts in benevolent endeavors. Candidates need not be Friendly Sons of St. Patrick members. The quality of their character and their dedication shown in their contribution to the local community are chief factors in their selection. The Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick are proud to award this accolade to the Irishman whose commendable works and deeds are truly worthy of tribute.
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Sincere congratulations go out
to our past winners of
Irishman of the Year!
1976 Dave Sullivan
1977 Bob Conley
1978 Bill Riley
1979 Ken Halligan
1980 Jerry Sullivan
1981 Dan McIlhon
1982 Vince Hanrahan
1983 Joe Conley & Frank Donovan
1984 Tom Lenihan
1985 Dennis Connolly
1986 Tom Brekke
1987 Jim Sheehan
1988 Mike Waldron
1989 Tom Diehl
1990 Jerry Grady
1991 Dan Jordan
1992 Tony Orcutt
1993 Patrick Reilly
1994 Jack Hamilton
1995 Rod Ryan
1996 George Heddinger
1997 Bill McCarthy
1998 Dick Murphy
1999 Gary Speck
2000 John Leonhart
2001 Dan O'Donnell, Sr.
2002 Bob Fogarty
2003 Jerry Deegan
2004 Pat Clerkin
2005 Leo Ward
2006 Jim Heddinger
2007 Dick McGinn
2008 Tony Sullivan
2009 Dick Murphy
2010 John Molloy
2011 Bob Myers
2012 Joe Coan
