LMHS Honors Pat Jeffries with Lifetime Achievement Award
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Contact: Tom Argyle,
October 2, 2014
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targyle@LMHealth.org
LMHS Honors Pat Jeffries with Lifetime Achievement Award
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is pleased to announce that Patrick Jeffries of Newark is the recipient of the Health Systems’ prestigious 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award. Pat, who retired from State Farm as Manager of Learning and Development in 2003, was recognized for his outstanding contributions to the Licking County community.
“Pat's dedication and vision have positively affected the lives of Licking County residents, and we are proud to honor him with the Lifetime Achievement Award,” stated Rob Montagnese, LMHS President & CEO. “In his position as Manager of Learning and Development with State Farm, Pat was responsible for training thousands of associates, all of whom have benefited greatly from his encouragement and extensive knowledge. Even in retirement, Pat continues to support Licking County residents as a leadership consultant, and has truly contributed to the success of the community through his ability to inspire others to perform at the highest level.”
Pat was born in Newark, Ohio, and attended Newark High School. He later attended The Ohio State University, and graduated with a degree in Finance. Pat went on to earn his Masters of Business Administration degree from Xavier University, where he graduated first in his class.
Upon graduation, Pat accepted a position with State Farm as a Claims Representative, allowing him to work closely with individual clients. He later joined the Human Resources Department as Personnel Director, and finished his career as Manager of Learning and Development. Pat considers education to be the cornerstone of his personal mission, which he describes as “the facilitation of the learning process for people striving for excellence on the job and in everyday life.” In all of his positions with State Farm, Pat enjoyed the opportunity to pursue that goal by engaging with a variety of people.
Pat and his wife, Linda, have three children, Corey, Mikal, and Jennifer, as well as five grandchildren, Ethan, Cole, Ollie, Sophia, and Jake. In 2003, Pat retired from State Farm after 38 years of service. Following his retirement, he served as the Interim Dean of Arts, Sciences, and Integrated Studies at Central Ohio Technical College. In addition to his extensive involvement in the community, Pat’s hobbies include golf, racquetball, and reading.
Pat is incredibly appreciative of the opportunity to have worked with a community-minded organization such as State Farm. “I was very fortunate to work with Cal Roebuck (1999 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient) and Norm Sleight (1994 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient), both of whom valued community service and encouraged my active engagement in a variety of local organizations,” he noted. “I am also grateful for the constant support of my wife and children, who have always impressed me with their own passion for helping others. Linda has volunteered extensively with the Hospital, and my children have demonstrated their commitment to community service as well.”
Retirement has not quelled Pat’s active involvement in the community, as he continues to work toward enhancing community residents’ quality of life. In addition to emceeing numerous local events, some of his current activities include:
- Licking County YMCA (Chairman of the Board)
- Licking Memorial Health Systems (Chairman of the Board)
- Licking Memorial Hospital Development Council Executive and Community Relations Committees
- Licking Memorial Hospital Golf Gala Committee (Chairman)
- Midland Theatre (Secretary of the Board)
- Licking County Chamber of Commerce (member of the Board)
- Corporate Membership Committee – The Works (Chairman)
- Newark Rotary Club (Sergeant-at-Arms)
- Central Ohio Technical College (member of the Business Advisory Board)
Other local organizations still benefit from Pat’s past involvement, including:
- Licking Memorial Hospital (past Chairman of the Board) Newark Rotary Club (past President)
- Licking Memorial Professional Corporation (past Chairman)
- Licking Memorial Health Foundation (past Chairman)
- Licking County United Way (past Chairman of the Board and Campaign Chairman)
- Babe Ruth World Series 16-18 Division (past President)
- Licking Knox Goodwill (past Chairman of the Board)
- Leadership Tomorrow Program (past Chairman and Charter member)
- Newark Personnel Managers Association (past President)
- Woodlands Foundation (past Chairman)
- Newark School Board (past Chairman)
- Licking Muskingum Community Governing Board (past Chairman)
- The Private Industry Council (past Chairman)
- Licking County Hospital Commission (past member)
- Newark City Schools (past Chairman of the Levy Campaign)
- Licking County Operation Feed (past Chairman)
- Licking Memorial Hospital Golf Gala (past Honorary Chairman)
Pat joined the LMH Development Council soon after its inception in 1987, and led the Community Cornerstone Campaign for several years. “I fell in love with the Hospital and the way that it’s run,” Pat recalled. “I am honored to be associated with an organization that is so dedicated to improving the health of the community.” Pat has been involved with the Health Systems in numerous capacities over the years, serving as Chairman of the LMH Board for nearly a decade before joining the LMHS Board, where he currently serves as Chairman. Pat sees his involvement with LMHS as an excellent way to utilize the motivational and leadership skills that he developed with State Farm, and is grateful for the opportunity to continue working directly with community members.
In addition to the Lifetime Achievement Award, Pat has received numerous other awards, including the John W. Alford Memorial Award given by the Ohio Cancer Research Association, the BRAVO award for Community Service given by the Newark Rotary Club, the 2014 Rotarian of the Year Award given by the Newark Rotary Club, the Alumni Citizenship Award given by Newark City Schools, the Outstanding Young Man in Licking County Award, the Distinguished Service award for Licking County, and the National Recognition Award given by the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter Society. “Pat has certainly earned the respect of his peers,” Rob noted. “He continues to dedicate himself to a wide variety of community organizations, whose projects benefit greatly from his earnest leadership and encouragement.”
The Lifetime Achievement Award was created in 1989 and is the highest award that LMHS confers each year. The award will be presented at the LMHS Lifetime Achievement Reception on November 7, at the John Gilbert Reese Center in Newark.
Licking Memorial Hospital has served the medical needs of Licking County residents since it was founded in 1898. The 227-bed facility employs approximately 1,800 staff members to meet the healthcare needs of the community. Licking Memorial Hospital is proud to have been named to Truven Health Analytics’ national list of 100 Top Hospitals a total of 12 times. For more information, visit www.LMHealth.org. – # # # –