'Would Give The Shirt Off Her Back': Tewksbury Patch Hero

TEWKSBURY, MA — In the time of the coronavirus outbreak, it can be heroic to just keep going to work, putting yourself on the line to allow others to stay home and stay safe. 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 Brianna, who nominated her mother Patty Lelos, of Tewksbury:

Where the nominee lives:
Tewksbury

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Tewksbury

Name of the nominee:
Patty Lelos

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Brianna

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

What does the nominee do for work?:
Branch manager at Lowell Five Bank.

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She goes to work everyday, doesn’t complain about it. She deserves the world and to be recognized for still working even during this pandemic.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
She is amazing. She would give the shirt off her back for anyone who needed it. I am forever thankful for her.

Thank you for all you do, Patty!

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