Duane M. Wooten M.D. honored as 2025 Arizona Historymaker

With a large fan base, DUANE M. WOOTEN, M.D. -- Well-Known Pediatrician, South Phoenix Community Leader -- is honored as 2025 Arizona Historymaker. The Historymaker Announcement event at Arizona Heritage Center at Papago Park brought many of his friends and family out to celebrate with him.

His post on Facebook drew many comments praising his excellent work, personality and friendship over the years.

Dr. Wooten, daughter Malaya and sister Andrea

Malaya and Dr. Duane Wooten with Josephine Pete

Jolynn Clarke and Janet Young share a moment with Dr. Wooten

Historymaker co-chair Diana Smith and Dr. Wooten enjoy a moment

The Historical League announced seven new individuals and one couple who have made significant contributions to a broad range of communities and the heritage of Arizona. The others are:

BOB BOZE BELL -- Writer, Humorist, Artist, Old West Historian

DIANA “DeDe” YAZZIE DEVINE -- Created Innovative Housing, Health Programs for Native    Americans

JOHN W. GRAHAM -- Real Estate Development, Deep and Enduring Community Involvement

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