Local Hero: 'Selfless' Truck Driver Keeps Grocery Stores Stocked

BOWIE, MD — One thing the coronavirus pandemic has done is give all of us an appreciation for whom we consider "essential." It's not just health professionals or public safety personnel, it's the people who deliver our mail or stock our grocery store shelves, along with thousands of other workers that do their jobs without fanfare in order to make the world tick.

In these difficult times, Patch Local Heroes tries to honor the people in our community who are going above and beyond, whether they're officially deemed "essential" or not.

L. Michelle Fontaine of Brandywine has nominated Greg M. Williams as a Patch Local Hero. As a commercial truck driver-owner, he helps keep our grocery store shelves stocked.

Name of the nominee:
Greg M. Williams

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
L. Michelle Fontaine

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?
Commercial Truck Driver-Owner and Operator of Hi-Gear CDL

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Mr. Williams has worked long shifts to deliver food items to local grocery stores during the pandemic. His hard work and dedication helped make essential items available during COVID-19. He tirelessly gave of his time to make sure his community had essential items at the grocery stores.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?
He’s selfless.

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

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