When Jewel Nelson, service support specialist, Executive Office, retired in 2004 and returned to the U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville to help out as a rehired annuitant employee, she said she didn't know she'd end up sticking around for more than eight years.
Huntsville Center's deputy commander, Lt. Col. Kendall Bergmann presented Nelson the Commander's Award for Civilian Service and a Huntsville Plaque during a reception at the organization April 17.
In 1992, Nelson began work as an information technology specialist within what was Huntsville Center's Information Technology Division at the time. Prior to this, she held a position as a computer operator tape cleaner and programmer at another federal government agency for more than 15 years. She is also a military veteran who served in the U.S. Air Force.
Nelson said she's enjoyed her years at Huntsville Center. She's ready to embark upon a new stage in her life with her family.
"My first assignment with Huntsville Center was a very long time ago. I've worked in many different jobs as a government employee and a rehired annuitant since that time. I've also worked in other branches and performed different jobs as a government employee and a rehired annuitant since 1992. What I will miss most about Huntsville Center is the people and their spirit. So it's like I'm leaving family," Nelson said. "There are so many people within the Huntsville Center that I have to say thank you to for your encouragement, patience, prayers, and support during my time here. I know that I would not have been able to make it through my challenges during the past few years without all of you. I really appreciate everything you have done."
Martha Executive, executive officer at Huntsville Center said Nelson will be missed at the organization.
"Every castle has its own treasure chest of jewels. Today our (Corps) treasure chest is a little lighter," Cook said.