Madison Hero: Resident Making, Donating Face Shields

MADISON, NJ — 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 Jim Butler, who nominated Peter Hiscano:

Where the nominee lives:
Madison

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Madison, NJ

Name of the nominee:
Jim Butler

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Peter Hiscano

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?

I am a 64 year old, high risk resident with vast medical issues. I live down the street from Jim Butler. Yesterday he showed up at my door, explaining through the storm window that he is making custom, plastic shields to attach to any baseball cap as a front line face protection from the covid 19 virus. Within an hour he was back at my door, delivering my very own plastic face shield, made at his own expense.He has made about a dozen face shields so far. One hell of a guy.

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

He is a friendly, retired neighbor willing to help any of his neighbors at a moment’s notice.

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