Hall of Fame
Honoring Excellence and Lifelong Dedication in Kentucky’s Floral Industry
Established in 1984, the Kentucky Florists’ Association Hall of Fame honors dedicated members who have made significant contributions to the floral industry in Kentucky and to the Association itself.
Induction into the Hall of Fame is the highest honor bestowed by the KFA, recognizing individuals who have given their time, talent, and leadership to strengthen and grow the floral community.
Each inductee embodies the KFA mission. to promote the love of floriculture, encourage professional growth, and advance the floral industry for future generations.
Nomination & Selection
Nominations for the Hall of Fame are accepted annually and may be made by any member of the Kentucky Florists’ Association.
All nominations must be submitted in writing to the KFA Board of Directors. Inductees are approved by a two-thirds board vote.
Selection Guidelines:
No more than three inductees may be chosen per year.
The award is not mandatory and will only be given when qualified candidates are presented.
Any nominee not selected will remain eligible for consideration in subsequent years.
How To Nominate
All letters of recommendation must be received by June 22, 2026, to be considered for induction in 2026.
Nominate an outstanding individual who has made a lasting impact on Kentucky’s floral industry.
Please email a letter of recommendation to:
Wayne Esterle, Harriette Miller or Bonnie Dowler
harriettemiller@bellsouth.net
Hall Of Fame Members
1984
Fred Atkinson, Bill Bryan, Warner Cain, Robert Cherry, Robert Cohen, Charlie Danhauer, Tom Danhauer, John Howard, Edward Kraft, Jack Powers
1985
Evelyn Byrne, Jean Hamilton, Marie Shouse
1986
Bill Keating, Ruby Keating
1989
John Orr Metcalf
1990
Roger Vannatter AIDF KMF
1991
Bill Goodin
1992
Billy Moss, Elizabeth Whitaker
1993
Harriette Miller AAF KMF
1994
Ollie Masters
1995
Wayne Esterle AIFD KMF
1996
Clarene Willoughby
1997
Dick Field, Joetta Warner
1998
W.P. Hendley
1999
John Allen, J.F. Link, Jr.
2000
Robert Miller, Julian Moss, Don Rose AIFD
2001
Bonnie Dowler, Diane Montgomery
2003
Diana Lloyd, Jim Lloyd
2005
Pearl Greer
2007
Cindy Willoughby KMF
2008
Ercy Miller
2009
Lynn Pennington KMF
2010
Michael Gaddie AIFD CFD KMF, Gloria Gibson
2012
Jim Johnson AAF AIFD TMFA
2013
Mark Bradford KMF
2014
Jane Willoughby KMF, Gayle Willoughby KMF
2016
Irene Wilburn
2017
Benjamin Lee AIFD CFD KMF, Jason Smith KMF
2019
Tom Bowling AIFD PFCI CFD
2021
Carol Belser KMF
2022
Carol & Danny Oberhausen, Dave Campbell KMF
2023
Kim Lockman KMF
2024
Bobby G. Eldridge AIFD CFD KMF, Celeste Mackey KMF
2025 No Nominee
Celebrate Kentucky’s Best
Each year, new inductees are honored at the KFA Annual Convention, where their lifelong commitment to the floral arts is celebrated among peers and friends.
KFA Hall of Fame FAQs
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The Hall of Fame is KFA’s highest honor, recognizing individuals who have made lasting contributions to Kentucky’s floral industry.
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Any current KFA member can submit a nomination to the KFA Board of Directors.
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Nominations must be submitted by June 22, 2026, to be considered for that year’s induction.