Mike Murphy Honorary Irishman of the Year

This unique award was created in 2005 as a “tip ‘o the hat” to the man who was instrumental in creating and supporting Kansas City ‘s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, now retired radio host Mike Murphy.

2011
Dan Tarwater
Jackson County Legislator

Dan has been a tireless advocate and supporter of the parade and we are honored to have him as a friend.

2010
Jon Engelman
Executive Director, Westport Regional Business League

2009
Kevin Ryan
Proprietor – Govenor Stumpy’s Grill House

2008
Mike Cullinan
Downtown Marriot Hotel

2007
John McDonald
President and Founder
Boulevard Brewery

2006
John “Buck” O’Neil
Major League and Negro League Baseball Player and Manager

2005
Wayne Godsey
President and General Manager
KMBC-TV