Making Lunch For Hundreds Of Children: Groton Hero

GROTON, CT — 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.

This submission comes from Gary Bergeson who has nominated Margery Bergeson.

Where the nominee lives:
Groton

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Groton

Name of the nominee:
Margery Bergeson

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Gary Bergeson

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
Prepares meals for children through the Groton Board Of Education Food Services.

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Because she could stay home and shelter in place, and collect, but elects to go in and work making hundreds of lunches for children.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
She cares.

>> Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.