On Sept. 16, family and friends of the late Diane Neumann-Hernsdorf gathered at Granby Town Hall to celebrate the installation of a plaque honoring Diane’s extraordinary service to our community. As described in her obituary appearing in the Drummer after her passing in August 2023, Diane was the town’s first (and only) female first selectman, elected after serving on the board of selectmen for many years. A partial list of her government participation can be seen on the plaque that is installed next to her first husband’s plaque on the wall to the left of the town hall entrance.
Above, Roger Hernsdorf (center) holds a proclamation issued by the State of Connecticut paying tribute to his late wife Diane Neumann-Hernsdorf. Diane’s son Mark and daughter Jennifer accompany him. Photo and copy by Shirley Murtha