The Tim Stafford Memorial Award was created to recognize outstanding individuals who have contributed to the success of the Law Enforcement Torch Run on a state, local or community level. The Tim Stafford “Unsung Hero” should be someone who contributes to the Torch Run in spirit, dedication and enthusiasm in an effective and unheralded fashion. The award was also created to honor the memory of Trooper Tim Stafford, Oklahoma Highway Patrol and his many contributions to Law Enforcement Torch Run and Special Olympics Oklahoma.
Unsung Heroes
2022 Brandon Schneider
Oklahoma Highway Patrol
2021 Jeff Sewell
Oklahoma Highway Patrol
2020 Tommy Evans
Edmond Police Department
2019 Fran Singleton
Oklahoma Highway Patrol
2018 Paul Fox
Payne County Sheriff’s Office
2017 Deputy Justin Green
Tulsa County Sheriff’s Office
2016 Lt. Charles Avery
Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office
2015 Sgt. Shawn Byrne
Oklahoma City Police Department
2014 Lt. Jim Fisher
Oklahoma Highway Patrol (Ret.)
2013 Jennifer Fisher
Oklahoma Highway Patrol
2012 Mike McPherson
Oklahoma City Police Department
2011 Debbie Dorris
Joseph Harp Correctional Center
2010 Steve Burrows
Oklahoma Highway Patrol
2009 Brett House
Oklahoma City Police Department
2008 Don Hull
Oklahoma City Police Department
2007 Jill McPherson
Civilian
2006 Mark Wollmershauser
Tulsa Police Department (Ret.)
2005 Milt Gilliam
Department of Corrections
2004 Capt. Phil Carr
Oklahoma City Police Department (Ret.)
2003 Capt. Stewart Meyer
Oklahoma Highway Patrol (Ret.)