High School Senior Keeping Grocery Store Safe: St. Charles Hero

ST. CHARLES, IL — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Sandy Wozniel, who nominated her grandson Jack Leprich, of St. Charles.

Where the nominee lives:
St. Charles

Name of the nominee:
Jack Leprich

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
Jewel Osco on St.Charles' west side

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
He has been at the store working, bagging groceries, sanitizing.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
He is very personable, honest, courteous, dependable and helpful. He will graduate this year at St. Charles East High School.

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