Lima Memorial to Shine Spotlight on Associate Milestones at High Five Event

posted on: 3/12/2026 5:16:04 PM

Lima Memorial Health System is gearing up for its annual High Five associate recognition event on Thursday, March 12, at the UNOH Event Center. This special event honors Lima Memorial associates who have reached milestone anniversaries of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 and 45 years of service. It is an opportunity to recognize the compassion, teamwork and incredible talent that define Lima Memorial’s Great Care. 

This year, LMHS will proudly celebrate 193 associates who are marking a significant five-year milestone in their careers. Together, these dedicated individuals represent more than 2,515 years of service to the organization and the community, an inspiring reflection of excellence and a shared commitment to providing exceptional care close to home.

“High Five is one of our favorite traditions because it allows us to pause and truly celebrate the people who make Lima Memorial what it is,” shared Mike Swick, Chief Executive Officer. Every milestone represents years of compassion, teamwork and commitment, and I am grateful for the opportunity to recognize and thank our team for the difference they make every day.”

A highlight of the evening will be special recognition of those reaching 25 to 45 years of service. These extraordinary individuals are listed below according to their years of service: 

25 Years of Service: Heather Boyd, Rebecca Brinkman, Jennifer Conrad, Kenyatta Fetter, Joyce Harris, Kelly Hefner, Lindsay Klinebriel, Nicole Maag, Aubrey May, Beth Metcalf, Michelle Ricker, Michael Swick and Kelly Wurm. 

30 Years of Service: Joy Brown, Jennifer Henry, Kevin Lowe, Karen McCoy, Lois Osting, Jodi Schaefer and Holly Wieging

35 Years of Service: Lori Best, Kim Black, James Hadding, Kathy Hoelscher, Kimberly Joseph, Angela Leiber, Christina Torbet and Cheri Verhoff. 

40 Years of Service: Ronald Jones, Susan Kearns, Beth Milks, Janis Schwager and Lisa Stewart. 

45 Years of Service: James Ward