A WHOLE host of Barnsley residents have been recognised in their own right for the King’s Birthday Honours.
Judy Holling - a former Proud of Barnsley winner - has received a British Empire Medal.
Judy, from Dodworth, has dedicated her life to helping others.
In her over 40-year fundraising career, Judy has achieved exceptional and memorable feats, showcasing her dedication to supporting her local community and beyond.
As a long-term volunteer and fundraiser, not only does Judy lend her time, but she has raised thousands of pounds for worthy causes across the years.
Judy officially opened Barnsley Hospice’s Retail Hub in 2020, in the wake of six of its shops being forced to close.
All proceeds from the hub’s sales go towards funding the Hospice, furthering Judy’s legendary status in fundraising.
She said: “It was a real shock.
“When I won the Proud of Barnsley award it was unbelievable.
“But you just don’t expect to get something like this - it’s amazing.”
The chief executive of DIAL Barnsley, Sharon Jane Brown, also received a British Empire Medal for her services to disabled people.
A spokesperson for DIAL said: “Sharon has been the driving force behind DIAL from the very beginning.
“She took a small, unregistered organisation and transformed it into the essential, widely respected charity we are today.
“Under her guidance, DIAL has become a lifeline for thousands of disabled people and their families.
“It is no exaggeration to say that without Sharon, DIAL simply wouldn’t exist as we know it.
“Having celebrated her extraordinary 40-year milestone with DIAL last year, being awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) truly is the perfect tribute to her lifetime of dedication.”
Lynsey Corbiere, a customer services officer at East Midlands Railway, has been awarded the same accolade for services to rail passengers.
Valerie Mills has been made an MBE, the third-highest ranking grade in the awards.
She is the chair of Barnsley Premier Leisure (BPL) and received the award for her services to the community in Barnsley.
Simon Perryman, the former chair of governors at Barnsley College, received an OBE.
