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Edmond Life and Leisure - September 25, 2025
Edmond residents honored with DAR awards
By Tammy Ross
Throughout the month of September, the Cordelia Steen Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recognized three Edmond individuals for their contributions to the Edmond community. At the chapter’s September 11th meeting, Ret. Air Force Colonel Mustafa “Kujo” Koprucu was presented with the DAR Community Service Award for his numerous contributions in his leadership efforts with Edmond’s Veterans community and the LibertyFest patriotic events. The award was presented by the Chapter Vice Regent Ricia Allen.
Mr. Koprucu has been a driving force in leading the volunteer activities with numerous veteran patriotic community events in the City of Edmond, such as the Edmond Veterans Day Celebration Event held every November and serving as the spokesman for the past Edmond Veterans Memorial project.
On Monday evening, September 8th, the Chapter presented the Hannah Arnett White Award to UCO student Abraham England for his dedication to patriotism and volunteer service. The award was presented by Chapter Regent Dee Ann Anderson at the OKC Chapter Sons of the American Revolution’s September meeting held at Johnny’s restaurant in Edmond.
Mr. Abraham is an active member of the SAR and a member of the Children of the American Revolution. He is currently a senior at UCO and will be graduating in the spring with a degree in Communications.
On September 4th, Oklahoma Christian School teacher, Cheryl Strauss was awarded the DAR Junior Membership Classroom Grant. Mrs. Strauss is the 8th grade American History teacher at the school and was nominated by the Cordelia Steen Chapter for the $500 grant last spring. The grant will be used towards educational projects and supplies that will promote a hands-on learning experience of America’s history to her 8th grade students. The Cordelia Steen Chapter of Edmond is honored to recognize these worthy recipients for their ongoing efforts to serve our great community.
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is a nonprofit, nonpolitical, women’s volunteer service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, education, and preserving American’s history. For information visit the Cordelia Steen Chapter website at: http:// www.cordeliasteennsdar.weebly.com.
