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Grand Canyon Historical Society |
1999 Hall of Fame Award for Community Service
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The Grand Canyon Pioneer Society and the National Park Service inducted four people into the Grand Canyon Hall of Fame for Community Service. Emery C. Kolb, James "Art" Metzger, Frank and Hanna Rotter were this years inductees.
The four inductees were all members of John Ivens Post No. 42 of the American Legion and Auxiliary, which has served the Grand Canyon for 76 years. "The four individuals have all been members and made personal contributions of money, time and work over a period of many years," society member Al Richmond said. "Two recipients are deceased and happily, the other two are still with us and continue in service to the community."
Richmond said the Rotters "are still up to their elbows in service. But they are not into publicity." With that, son Frank Rotter Jr. and granddaughter Jackie Wren accepted the awards.
The two deceased inductees, Kolb and Metzger served the Canyon for several years. In fact, Kolb founded the local Legion post and along with 19 others, became involved in community improvements in schools and services. Richmond said Metzger had "well over 50 years of service."
J.T. Reynolds, Grand Canyon National Park deputy superintendent, spoke about the community experience at the Canyon and applauded those who contributed in the past, present and for those who will undoubtedly do their part in the future.