'I Just Love The Drive And Determination She Shows': Canton Hero

CANTON, MI — 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 Andrew Ignagni of Canton, who nominated his wife, Jessica Ignagni.

<b>Where the nominee lives:</b>
Canton, MI

<b>Where the person who nominated the hero lives: </b>
Canton, MI

<b>Name of the nominee:</b>
Jessica Ignagni

<b>Name of the person who nominated the hero: </b>
Andrew Ignagni

<b>Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:</b>
Yes

<b>What does the nominee do for work?:</b>
Registered Nurse St. Joe's Ann Arbor

<b>Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?</b>
Awesome and caring person form the people she cares for at work, to making sure her family and friends have all the supplies they need and caring for our 8 month old son all while she continues her education.

<b>What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?: </b>
She is my better half, and I just love the drive and determination she shows.

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