Distinguished Alumni
2026 NIGHT OF THE STARS – A NIGHT TO REMEMBER!
What an incredible evening celebrating the outstanding individuals who have made a lasting impact on Milford Schools and our community!
Our 2026 Night of the Stars was filled with wonderful memories, inspiring stories, and heartfelt moments as we honored an exceptional group of alumni, educators, staff, and community supporters.
We are excited to share this special video capturing the spirit of Night of the Stars! Take a few minutes to watch and celebrate these remarkable individuals with us.
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our honorees, sponsors, donors, volunteers, and everyone who joined us to make this evening such a success!
Because of your generosity, the Milford Schools Foundation can continue its mission of providing scholarships to deserving students and grants that enrich educational opportunities throughout Milford Schools.
Honoring our past. Celebrating our present. Investing in our future.
Do you know a Milford graduate, teacher, or staff member who deserves to be recognized? The Milford Schools Foundation invites you to nominate outstanding individuals who have made a lasting impact through their achievements, dedication, and service to our schools and community. Help us celebrate those who make Milford special by submitting a nomination for our annual Night of the Stars celebration!
2026 Honorees
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Previous DISTINGUISHED Honorees
2025 Distinguished Honorees
Tom Willson • Class of 1996
Kathleen Ferguson Garrison • Class of 1961
Jane Shephard Stuart • Class of 1973
Richard Hess • Class of 1971
Karl Schultz • Class of 1962
Mike McCurdy • Milford School Teacher for 30.5 Years (Teacher Honoree)
Carol Bentley • Class of 1958 (Staff Honoree)
Mary Anne Will • Class of 1958 (Legacy Award)
2024 Presidents Award
Anna Buckner Campbell • Class of 1947
Rose Buckner • Class of 1948
Rev Walter Buckner • Class of 1952
2024 Distinguished Honorees
Robert Leonard • Class of 1971
Gary Mount • Class of 1971
Donna Schlagheck • Class of 1972
Karen Willenbrink-Johnsen • Class of 1979
Debi Fideli-Robinson • Class of 1988
Tim Worsham • Class of 1996
Cindy Farley • Class of 1973
Doug Flora • Class of 1990
Galen Gordon • Class of 1994
Vince Klusty • Class of 1981
David Schlagheck • Class of 1974
Paul Lane • Class of 1992
Melinda Adams • Class of 1989
Lauren Cooper • Class of 2004
Daniel Mack • Class of 1978
Gary Payne • Class of 1967
Geoff Pittman • Class of 1979
Debbie Taylor Reinhart • Class of 1967 (President's Award)
Roy Verley • Class of 1969
Ken Lowe • Class of 1979
Kim Striley Kunkel • Class of 1980
Tom Fallon • Class of 1984
Kevin Frye • Class of 1984
William Bresser • Class of 1994
Jean Ackermann • Class of 1957
Mike Biller • Class of 2002
Ed Humphrey • Class of 1962
Sherry Jones Malott • Class of 1988
Erik Zamudio • Class of 2010
Dave Demaris • Class of 1963
Thomas Hieronymus Towhey • Class 1977
Nancy Meyer • Class of 1979
Robert (Bob) Battig • Class of 1979
Malinda McCorkle McReynolds • Class of 1982
Joesph Kuethe • Class of 1986
Stephenie L. Bates • Class of 1994
Karen Quick Wikoff • Class of 1984
President's Award
Al Singleton • Class of 1967
Tom Synan • Class of 1985
Betty Jane Taylor Red Leaf Collett • Class of 1958
Joyce Rinckhoff Snell • Class of 1948
2017 Distinguished Honorees
Joseph Fitzwater • Class of 1942
Kitty Johnson • Class of 1963
Jim Douglas • Class of 1974
Chuck Ingram • Class of 1978
Whittney Williams Brady • Class of 1986
2017 Distinguished Honorees Continued
Donald Jamey Mills • Class of 1990
Aaron Strait • Class of 2011
President's Award
Dr. Michael D. Barnett, Jr. • Class of 1991
Joseph J. Braun • Class of 1991
Mark "Markiplier" Fischbach • Class of 2007
Capt. Kimberly I. Miller • Class of 1988
Robert Nugent • Class of 1985
Joshua Shaw • Class of 1995
Lt. Col. Joseph E. Siberski • Class of 1985
2015 Distinguished Honorees
Mary Elizabeth Early Hardesty • Class of 1947
Jim Parker • Class of 1957
Dr. Renee Wormack Keels • Class of 1964
Susan Lewis Donovan • Class of 1979
Tracy Teague • Class of 1981
Dr. Chris Wolverton • Class of 1991
Travis Cobb • Class of 1991
Earl Tutt & Lois Cutlip Lambert • Foundation Educators' Award
Dow Rogers • Class of 1941
Dr. Walker Eugene Fesmire • Class of 1947
John Cooper • Class of 1966
Melissa Noakes Borger • Class of 1981
Joe Cadle • Class of 1981
David Shepherd • Class of 1981
Tom Watson • Class of 1993
Katie Marie Broecker • Class of 2000
Sarah Elizabeth Curry Rathel • Class of 2001
Adrienne Evans Windley • Class of 1981
Barry Bonnell • Class of 1971
Dan Caldwell • Class of 1989
Gary Knepp • Class of 1972
George "Buddy" Siemering • Class of 1963
John Vilardo • Class of 1981
Michael Banks • Class of 1969
Stacey-Ray Simcox • Class of 1992
Tony Freeman • Class of 1977
William Willenbrink • Class of 1977
Jeff Lykins • Class of 1978
Jim Terrell • Class of 1983
Garold Shaw • Class of 1948
Roger Preston Smith • Class of 1968
Dr. Jeffrey Book • Class of 1992
Major Gen. Melvin L. Burch • Class of 1967
Tricia Ross • Class of 1986
Capt. John L. Foote (posthumous) • Class of 1938
Capt. L. John Speidel (posthumous) • Class of 1964
Ronald E. Porter (posthumous) • Class of 1964
Fred Applegate • Class of 1963
Dr. Keith Forwith • Class of 1982
Dr. David Harrison • Class of 1980
Judge Ralph Hill • Class of 1942
Napoleon McCallum • Class of 1981
Judge John McDermott • Class of 1964
Dr. Peter Schultz • Class of 1974
Rick Blackburn • Class of 1960
Mike Cutlip • Class of 1959
Jo Ann Fley • Class of 1948
Bill Platt • Class of 1962
Zach Strief • Class of 2001
Paul Ward • Class of 1963
