The Silver Concho Award honors men, women, and animals not eligible for induction
in to the Hall of Fame, but whose dedication and impact throughout Lea County deserve
to be remembered. 
A Legacy of Service in Lea County
Darrell holds a doctorate from Texas A&M University. He and his wife, Jan, are the
parents of three grown children, Cody, Casey, and Emily.
Pat Chappelle
2025
David Pyeatt
2024
Stewart Kinley
2023
Dan Hardin
2022
Jim Davis
2021
Dr. Darrell Beuchamp
2019
Bob Reid
2018
Congressman Steve Pearce
2017
Brice Chapman
2016
Dr. Steve McCleery
2015
Robert P. "Bobby" Walach
2014
LaJean Burnett
2013
John Wolf
2012
Dr. Charley Smith
2011
Florence Anderson
2010
Bonnie Moran
2009
Ben Alexander
2008
Carroll Leavell
2007
W. H. Fort, Jr.
2006
Gary Loyd Sevier
2005
Maurice Hughes
2004
Don Whitaker
2003
John Shepherd
2002
Mildred Leverett
2001
Bob Henard
2000
Dan Berry
1999
Randy Owensby
1998
Dr. Coy Stone
1997
Kenneth & Dora Turner
1996
Gene Samberson
1995
Herbert Love
1994
Mary Hagelstein
1993
Hazel Berry
1993
Sylvia Benge Mahoney
1991
J. L. Burke
1990
R.N. Tydings
1978
