A permanent bench honouring the late Jan Sharman OAM has been unveiled outside Glen Innes Hospital, commemorating her decades of service to the local community.
Ms Sharman, who passed away last year, was a long-standing and highly respected member of the Glen Innes Branch of the United Hospital Auxiliary. She held several roles within the organisation, including president, patron and life member.
The bench, purchased by the auxiliary, is intended to provide a resting place for people who may find the walk to the hospital challenging. It was officially unveiled at a special event held outside the hospital last week.
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan attended the ceremony and described the tribute as a fitting recognition of Ms Sharman’s lasting contribution.
“Ms Sharman served her community in various ways for more than 50 years including as part of the Glen Innes Hospital Auxiliary, Holy Trinity Anglican Church Parish Council, as an elected councillor to the former Glen Innes Council, as a nurse, cooking for school events, fundraising and plenty more,” he said.
“She was a pillar of the Glen Innes community who was generous with her time and committed to bettering the lives of those around her.
“It is excellent to see the memory of such an impactful individual live on through this bench at a place she was deeply connected to.
“I was very grateful to be invited to the unveiling of the permanent bench outside of Glen Innes Hospital to honour such a deeply valued member of the community.
“Ms Sharman’s achievements are also etched into history through Hansard, the official written record of proceedings in NSW Parliament.”
The bench now serves not only as a practical aid for hospital visitors but also as a lasting symbol of Ms Sharman’s contributions to the town.
