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(Baton Rouge) - Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center volunteer Connie Planche has received the Anna B. Lipsey Memorial Volunteer of the Year award for 2009. A breast cancer survivor, Planche has been a volunteer for three years. "I met so many wonderful volunteers while being treated here that it's a privilege to give back in this way," she said.

The award, named for the late community activist and one of the Center's original founders, was presented by Anna Lipsey's son, Richard Lipsey, and his wife, Susan, at the Center's annual volunteer recognition luncheon given in honor of all volunteers at the Center. A recognition committee comprised of Center staff and volunteers selects the honoree through a deliberative process that begins with nominations from staff. Richard Lipsey told those assembled that nominating comments about Planche included references to her incredible dedication to serving and providing for others, her comforting countenance, and her willingness to share her own experience with patients. "Connie is the type of person my mother would be proud to honor," said Lipsey.

Anna B. Lipsey was a founder of Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center and served as secretary-treasurer of the board from 1968 until shortly before her death in 1985. The Volunteer Service Award is given each year to the volunteer who best exemplifies the volunteer spirit and dedication for which Mrs. Lipsey was known.

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center has been fighting cancer for over 35 years with locations in Baton Rouge, Covington, Hammond, Houma and Gonzales. It has comprehensive cancer programs with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge and St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington. These programs are accredited by the American College of Surgeons - the gold standard for community-based cancer care. For more information visit www.marybird.org.