Southwest Baptist University Athletics

Has been connected to the Bearcat family for more than 70 years ... Born in 1928 in Bolivar ... A 1949 graduate of Southwest Baptist College who  played on the women’s basketball team and was a member of the band ... Was an SBU Life Service Award recipient in 1996 ... Worked for Bolivar Grocery following graduation ... Served for 39 years as secretary for First Baptist Church in Bolivar, from Jan 1954 until her retirement in 1993 ... Following her retirement, was frequently spotted around Bolivar gardening and helping keep the city clean ... Described as an avid Bearcat fan, attends all of SBU’s home basketball games and is always present for the basketball Sixth Man Booster Club luncheons ... Worked with Daughters of American Revolution and local nursing homes ... The first female recepient of the Bearcat Service Award, which honors individuals with longtime impact and relationship with SBU Athletics.