Norman K. Parsells Award Luncheon

The Norman K. Parsells Award is an annual honor presented by the Rotary Clubs of Bridgeport, Derby-Shelton, Devon, Fairfield, Milford, Monroe, Orange, Stratford, and Trumbull in District 7980 to recognize outstanding service and commitment to both Rotary and the local community.

 

2026 Awardee: Harold Doane Watson
Stratford Rotary Club

President, Stratford Rotary Club | 2024 to 2025

Harold Doane Watson joined the Stratford Rotary Club on October 26, 2021, and quickly became an active and dedicated member, maintaining an impressive 97.44 percent attendance record that reflects his commitment to Rotary fellowship and service.

Harold has been a strong supporter of the club’s fundraising and service initiatives, including Rib Night, the Stratford Rotary Golf Tournament, and numerous community projects.

During his Past President service year, Harold helped plant a Peace Pole on the Stratford Town Green, supported the Trumbull Rotary literacy book project, and helped launch the Stratford Senior Mental Health Project, which has already trained dozens of community members.

A committed supporter of the Rotary Foundation, Harold is a Paul Harris Fellow Plus Five, a Paul Harris Society member, a Polio Plus Society member, a Sustaining Member, and a participant in Every Rotarian Every Year.  He received the Stratford Rotary Club Service Above Self Award in recognition of his dedication.

In honor of his partner, Harold established the Bruce Carr Memorial Student Activist Award for graduating seniors at Stratford and Bunnell High Schools.

SERVICE ABOVE SELF