FSL (Foundation for Senior Living) announced the inaugural 50 Over 50 winners. Honorees will be recognized for their service and dedication to helping Arizonans age with confidence at FSL’s 50th anniversary celebration on Oct. 22 at the Renaissance Hotel in Phoenix.
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“This award recognizes older adults whose tireless commitments have woven safety and wellbeing into the very fabric of our community,” said Tami Bohannon, president and CEO of FSL. “Many of these individuals have dedicated their time and treasures to our community for years. We applaud their efforts and appreciate their service and commitment to ensure future generations of Arizonans will continue to thrive.”
In an era where award lists often highlight the achievements of younger generations, FSL is happy to launch an innovative and essential recognition that showcases the important contributions of aging adults. These individuals possess immense wisdom and strength, and their efforts have significantly enriched our society.
2024 honorees
Shane Allen, Arizona Caregiver Coalition
Joe Anderson, Schaller Anderson and Benovia Winery
Abe Arvizu Jr., Generational Community Advocate
Teresa Aseret-Manygoats, MPA, Arizona Department of Health Services
Brandon Baxter, Northern Arizona Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging
Thomas Beeson, FSL
Debb Castellarin, Retired Healthcare Professional
Latrisha Centers, MA, Governor Hobbs’ Advisory Council on Aging
Honorable Dan Collins, JD, District of Arizona
Dr. David Coon, ASU’s Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation
Jennifer Dangremond, Arizona Housing Coalition
Bonnie Danowski, Author and Advocate
Desiree De Melo, MPH, CVS Health
Most Reverend Bishop John Dolan, The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
Charles M. Dyer, JD, Dyer Bregman Ferris Wong & Carter, PLLC
Tom Egan, Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation
Marisue Garganta, retired healthcare executive
Steve Hastings, FSL
Brenda Holt, MAOM, MBA, AARP Arizona
Will Humble, MPH, Arizona Public Health Association
Annette Iniguez, Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation
Mary M. Jacobs, MMJ Management Services LLC
Mary Lynn Kasunic, Area Agency on Aging, Region One
Tom Kelly, retired healthcare executive
Dana Marie Kennedy, MSW, AARP Arizona
Dolly Kennedy, Dolly Steamboat
Lee Krausnick, FSL
Laura Ladrigan Cobb, retired wealth advisor
Ben Lytle, JD, The Potentialist
Sister Margaret McBride, MPA, Sisters of Mercy, Dignity Health
Guy Mikkelsen, MSW, FSL CEO (1985-2015)
Paul Mulligan, MBA, MTS, Catholic Charities Community Services
Dr. Lisa O’Neil, University of Arizona Center on Aging
Sister Adele O’Sullivan, Circle the City
Mayor Rui Pereira, Town of Wickenburg
Virginia G. Piper (posthumous), Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Stuart Rodie, JPMorgan Chase
Bob Roth, Cypress HomeCare Solutions
Monsignor Ed Ryle (posthumous), priest & lobbyist
Josie Salas, FSL
Noel Schaus, City of Tolleson
Timothy Schmaltz, Protecting Arizona’s Family Coalition
Carrie Smith, U.S. Department of Energy
Dan Taylor, Arizona Caregiver Coalition
Jutta Ulrich, MHSM, Arizona Caregiver Coalition
Maria Valenzuela, Advance Community
Monica Villalobos, Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Andrea Weeks-Hardin, retired community advocate
Ann Wheat, Duet
Gerald Wissink, MBA, BHHS Legacy Foundation
FSL accepted nominations over the summer and a volunteer judging committee selected the inaugural 50 awardees. Their significant contributions align with FSL’s mission to promote health, independence and dignity for all. Their work has improved the quality of life for adults across Arizona, helped foster inclusive communities, and advanced policies that support healthy aging.
To learn more or purchase tickets to the 50th anniversary event, visit: https://www.fsl.org/golden/.
