Saint Paul Man Honored For Saving Man's Life: Best Of 2025

SAINT PAUL, MN — Every community has its bright spots — the neighbors, businesses and local favorites that make it feel like home. As 2025 comes to a close, Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter in Saint Paul through our Best of 2025 series.

This story was submitted by Michael Battis, who nominated Tim A. Battis. To share your own Best of 2025 nomination, click here to answer a few questions, and we’ll take it from there.

Who or what are you nominating for Best of 2025?

Tim A. Battis

How did this person, place or experience make a difference in your life or community this year?

My son just got a "Life Saving Award" from the Chief of Police of Woodbury Minnesota for saving the life of a family man having a heart attack. This is the second "Life Saving Award" he has received in his life. Back in his 20s he saved a boy who had drowned. The Minneapolis Mayor/Council gave him the award.

What would you like everyone in town to know about your nominee?

No, just acknowledge his great courage to help when needed!!

If you could tell them one thing, what would it be?

How proud our family is of our son. The man's family thanks him for saving their dad.

What’s something you love most about your town or community?

The friendliness

We want to hear from you, too! Is there a restaurant, a contractor, a business, a person — even a place — that’s your pick for Best of 2025? Click here to answer a few questions, and your story could be featured on Patch.

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