Five individuals who’ve impacted Centerville’s law enforcement, education, medicine and business services were honored during Centerville Lions Club’s 36th annual awards dinner on Monday, April 14.
More than 60 participated in standing ovations as Outstanding Citizen plaques were presented to Dr. Wm. David Rheuble, who operated an urgent care facility for many years; Dr. Vicki DeMao, former teacher and school administrator; Police Chief Ed Buchholz, whose retirement is approaching in May, and Chad and Jennifer Robertson, who’ve owned Americana Pizza.
Jeff Locke, board member of the state Lions Club grant committee, presented a check to the Lions Club for $1,000 from the state organization’s administration. It will go toward improvements to the historic Mansion House on U.S. 40.
Committee members were Dennis Stephen, Mike McCoy and Jim Resh, who recognized previous winners.
Lion member Jeff Locke presents a $1,000 check to Lions Club President Vicki Chasteen and Treasurer Dennis Stephen for improvements to the Mansion House. 
Police Chief Ed Buchholz receives his plaque from his granddaughter Olivia Cook. 
Dr. Vicki DeMao receives her plaque from committee member Jim Resh. 
Dr. Wm. David Rheuble is presented his award by member Jim Resh. 
Chad and Jennifer Robertson display their plaque for Outstanding Citizens and business owners in Centerville.
A version of this article appeared in the April 30 2025 print edition of the Western Wayne News.