Tribute to Belizean Patriots 2016

September 13, 2016
by Belize Hub +

Together with the National Honours and Awards Advisory Committee, the National Celebrations Commission is pleased to announce the names of the men and women who will be honoured at the Tribute to Belizean Patriots event on Thursday, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m.

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The annual honours programme recognizes people who have put country and people above self. Governor General of Belize Sir Colville Young will preside over the proceedings and bestow the awards.

Order of Distinction

H.E. Ambassador Benjamin Ho of Taiwan: For distinguished service to Belize
Mrs. Jane Usher: For distinguished service to Belize

Meritorious Service Award

Sister Josefina Alamilla: For contributions to religious life and community service
Mr. Lucio Alcoser: For contributions to music
Ms. Vilma Bailey (posthumously): For contributions to nursing and health
Mr. Danny Cornoquie (posthumously): For contributions to public security safety
Mr. Lester Gilbert Eiley: For contributions to philanthropy
Ms. Lottie Paulino Flores: For contributions to education
Mrs. Alicia Andrea Harrison: For contributions to social service
Mr. Stephen Humes: For contributions to education
Ms. Geraldine Mai: For contributions to community service
Mr. Pedro Guerra Mena (posthumously): For contributions to politics and sports
Mr. Mario Muschamp: For contributions to environment and conservation
Mrs. Dalila Norris: For contributions to humanitarian service
Ms. Mavis Felicia Nunez: For contributions to nursing and health
Mr. Brad Pattico: For contributions to music
Mr. Nelson Robinson: For contributions to sports (football)
Mr. Albert Papi Smith: For contributions to sports (football)
Ms. Beverly Swasey: For contributions to community service
Brother Karl Swift, S.J.: For contributions to religious life and community service
Mrs. Maria Elena Sylvestre: For entrepreneurship and community service