11/05/2026
Congratulations to our 2026 Bryant Community Heroes Award Winners! John and Joyce Lee of Merrill! 👏
We installed their 927T two stage furnace in September and wanted to publicly recognize and thank them for all that they've done and continue to do!
Over the summer, we invited you to nominate a local hero. Someone who makes a difference in their community. And boy, did you respond! We had several great applicants to consider, and in the end, John and Joyce were selected to receive the honor - and the furnace that goes with it!
Take a moment to read what their nominator had to say: 📬
John & Joyce have lived a life of service to their community, church, and family for over 8 decades. They are lifelong members of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Irma, WI, but they have always been much more than members. They have poured countless hours into serving their church and have helped raise three generations of their family there. ⛪️
Over the years, they have faithfully served in just about every way possible. Both John and Joyce mowed the church lawn and helped care for the church grounds for many years. They led the youth group and took young people to gatherings and events around the country, cleaned and maintained the church, and continue to teach Sunday school and serve on the church council and various committees. There’s no way the church fair food stand would even exist without their dedication over the years. Through their years of faithful service, John and Joyce have become leaders and wonderful examples of what it means to be good shepherds within their church and community. 🎚️
Their dedication to others doesn’t stop at the church doors. John and Joyce have made it a priority to visit, encourage, and help many loved ones and members of their community in need. This includes the elderly, youth and the disabled. They have continued to show up for people, offering their time, companionship, helping hands, and even their home whenever they are needed.
John and Joyce also share a lifelong passion for softball and baseball. John coached numerous youth baseball teams in Merrill over the years, including taking one team to a national-level competition. In addition to coaching, their construction company that they built together has sponsored numerous teams. John has also coached the church softball team for many years, while Joyce faithfully keeps score. ⚾️🥎
Whether it’s on a ball field, at church, or simply helping someone in need, John and Joyce have spent their lives showing up for others and serving the people around them.
THANK YOU JOHN AND JOYCE! GOD BLESS YOU BOTH!
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