Welcoming the latest group of 2025 Historymakers, Historical League members, family and friends greeted them at Arizona Heritage Center at Papago Park on February 19.
Recognizing seven new individuals and one couple who have made significant contributions to a broad range of communities and the heritage of Arizona are:
BOB BOZE BELL -- Writer, Humorist, Artist, Old West Historian
DIANA “DeDe” YAZZIE DEVINE -- Created Innovative Housing, Health Programs for Native Americans
SHARON HARPER and OLIVER HARPER, M.D. -- Business/Civic Leaders
SISTER ADELE O’SULLIVAN, CSJ, M.D. -- Sister of St. Joseph, Established Innovative Continuum of Care for Arizonans Experiencing Homelessness
F. RONALD “RON” RAYNER -- His Innovative Crop Management Practices Nationally Recognized, Community Leader
ERIC M. REIMAN, M.D. – World leader in the Fight Against Alzheimer’s
DUANE M. WOOTEN, M.D. -- Well-Known Pediatrician, South Phoenix Community Leader
We are thrilled to congratulate the 2025 Historymakers, an esteemed group of Arizonans recognized by HistoricalLeague.org for their lasting contributions to our state. A special salute to our esteemed Trustee, Sharon Harper, and her husband, Dr. Oliver Harper, for their unwavering dedication to enhancing our community. Their leadership and commitment continue to inspire us all.
