News : VGH Founders Award Honoree - Marian Fuehrer

Marian Fuehrer - Paula Happel (Daughter)

Marian Fuehrer exemplified what it means to be committed to quality healthcare in a rural setting. Marian has been highlighted in our Tree of Lights annual campaign brochure this year and her story provided by her daughter, Paula Happel, is compelling. She was hired by Nettie Burke and during George Garwood's administration became Director of Nursing.

Marian was accomplished and educated, taking extra courses enabling her to do x-ray and lab work. She filled in shifts and never-ending on call duties. The Deputy Sheriff once came to a family picnic to pick her up for an unexpected emergency surgery. She helped to set up a formal medical records department and at the end of her career stepped down from the Director of Nursing role and headed up Medical Records. We honor Marian for her passion of caring for those in need and the work she did helping to elevate and sustain access in our community. It is with gratitude and honor that we name Marian Fuehrer with the VGH Founders Class.

Marian's Daughter, Paula Happel and Family in attendance