Volunteer Distributes Food To Elderly Neighbors: Fremont Hero

FREMONT, CA —When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

Fremont resident Lisa Heston nominated her neighbor, Bruce Henke.

Where the nominee lives:

Fremont

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Fremont

Name of the nominee:
Bruce Henke

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Lisa Heston

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
No

What does the nominee do for work?:
Retired

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Bruce has taken it upon himself to distribute food and sanitary supplies to our elder residents who either do not have the resources or family members to help them through this crisis. He goes shopping, and goes to “bread run” pick ups and bags supplies to distribute to needy residents.
He doesn’t get a dime for any of the work he does to help keep his fellow neighbors and residents going!

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Bruce does things for our community with a smile and most time in the background. He truly is selfless.

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