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Heart of a Servant

Since 2006, FVL has been recognizing individuals who dedicate extraordinary time, treasure and/or testimony to FVL's ministry. Recipients have been faithful members of committees and boards, have influenced those considering attending FVL, or have volunteered or made donations that have greatly benefited our high school's Christian mission. Recipients are recognized at the Friends Dinner.

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Smiling President Loberger with Mari and Dave Lepke holding their plaque

Mari and Dave Lepke
 

Heart of a Servant
Today's Leader

  • 2025 - Dave & Mari Lepke
  • 2024 - Charles & Gretchen Adrian
  • 2023 - John & Susan Gossens
  • 2022 - "Butch" & Marny Prillwitz
  • 2021 - Brian Zuberbier
  • 2020 - Gary Vanden Heuvel
  • 2019 - Hon. Harold Froehlich
  • 2018 - Tori L. Kluess
  • 2017 - Ronald O. Zahn
  • 2016 - Phil & Sharon Zuberbier
  • 2015 - John & Sandy Wiley
  • 2014 - Dave Buss
  • 2013 - Dr. Jon & Pam Cherney
  • 2012 - Wayne & Candi Springstroh
  • 2011 - Elmer Geiger
  • 2010 - Gale & Marion Meartz
  • 2009 - Dave & Jeanette Wierer
  • 2008 - Herb Krueger
  • 2007 - Milly Romberg
  • 2006 - Earl Lecker
President Loberger with Rev. Ken Frey, who is holding his plaque

Rev. Kenneth Frey
 

Heart of a Servant
Called Worker

This category honors current or former Federation pastors, principals, or teachers for their dedication and support of FVL's ministry. (NOTE: FVLHS teachers or leaders are honored by the school through the annual Trout Educator Award.)

  • 2025 - Rev. Kenneth Frey
  • 2024 - Paul & Carie Hartwig
  • 2023 - Rev. Ron Ash
  • 2022 - Kenneth & Joann Kasten
  • 2021 - Rev. Dennis Belter
  • 2020 - Phil Punzel
  • 2019 - Jim Groth
  • 2018 - Rev. John Brandt
  • 2017 - Richard Huebner
  • 2016 - Rev. Douglas Engelbrecht
James Kaniess (son of Gerhard and Ruth) holding plaque wiht President Loberger

James Kaniess, accepting
on behalf of his parents

Heart of a Servant
Leader of the Past

This category honors Federation members who have passed on to be with Jesus and whose life and actions supported FVL's teen ministry in important ways.

  • 2025 - Gerhard & Ruth Kaniess
  • 2024 - Howard Heup
  • 2023 - Earl Semrow
  • 2022 - William & Anne Lemke
  • 2021 - Charles Luehring
  • 2020 - Jerry Schuette
  • 2019 - Dr. Ken Johnson
  • 2018 - Arlene & Arlen Drews
  • 2017 - Jeanne & Spencer Payne
  • 2016 - Art Stark