Duxbury Honored as Auxiliary Volunteer of the Quarter
February 25, 2025
The Huron Regional Medical Center (HRMC) Auxiliary recently honored Shirley Duxbury as the Volunteer of the Quarter, according to Bob Eickhoff, HRMC Auxiliary President. Duxbury joined the Auxiliary in January of 2017 and has contributed over 1,400 hours of her time to serving others as a volunteer at the hospital information desk.
She began volunteering shortly after moving into the city of Huron following the passing of her husband of 58 years, Jack. During their marriage, they were active in farming, family, church, athletics and local government.
“I began volunteering as a way to get out and see people and help others and have never stopped as I really enjoy visiting with people I know and getting to know new people,” remarked Duxbury.
At the presentation, which was attended by family, friends, fellow volunteers and hospital staff, Bob Eickhoff, president of the HRMC Auxiliary thanked Duxbury for her dedication over the years and for the care and kindness she has provided.
HRMC Auxiliary volunteers provide refreshments and assistance in hospital lounges, assist visitors at the information desks and deliver floral arrangements and newspapers to patients. The Auxiliary provides scholarships for students pursuing careers in health care and contributes to various projects at the hospital with funds raised through gift shop/candy counter sales and membership dues. The purpose of the Auxiliary is to promote and advance the welfare of HRMC by rendering service to patients and assisting with charitable projects.
The group is always looking for more volunteers to substitute or fill a four-hour weekly shift. For more information on HRMC’s Auxiliary or to volunteer, call Bonnie Sheridan at 605-354-1233 or visit www.huronregional.org.
HRMC Auxiliary Volunteer of the Quarter, Shirley Duxbury, surrounded by family following acceptance of her award.
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