A full social hall at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Roman Catholic Church, 22nd and Washington streets, Northampton, greeted one of its church members May 31.

Those in attendance that day gathered to celebrate Nancy Jane Birosik, of Northampton, being selected a recipient of the Outstanding Senior Award.

The award is sponsored by Northampton County. Laurie Greco, with Northampton County Area Agency on Aging, was present to honor Birosik.

Anita Kotoris nominated Birosik, saying she is an unassuming volunteer who shrinks from the limelight.

Birosik is active with Northampton Quota Club, chairing numerous committees and fundraisers. She is currently the president of the Young at Heart senior group, having served as its leader for the last six years.

One can also find Birosik volunteering at the annual church picnic. Additionally, she serves as a Eucharistic minister. She checks in with a number of elderly people for their safety and to help with any other needs they may have. Pre-pandemic, she also volunteered at Gracedale, Northampton County’s skilled nursing facility.

Kotoris said Birosik has the energy of a person half her age, noting there are many stories of her volunteerism that could be shared.

Birosik appeared grateful to win an important award of recognition for the valuable activities she has done in service to others.