Dan Jefferson, his daughter Lyndsey, and members of the Southern Ute Tribal Council gathered for a photo following the presentation of Jefferson’s Pendleton. During the event, attendees took time to enjoy breakfast and celebrate all of Jefferson’s achievements.

Former Growth Fund Executive Director, Bruce Valdez gifts a beaded medallion to Dan Jefferson in honor of his many years of service at Red Cedar Gathering Company. Current Director Shane Seibel took time to also congratulate Jefferson on this achievement and give well wishes to him before he turns his focus to traveling the world.

Honoree, Dan Jefferson serves up his breakfast plate during the retirement celebration honoring his many years of service to Red Cedar Gathering Company on Thursday, Feb. 5. Held at the Sky Ute Casino Resort, Jefferson's friends, family, coworkers, and former colleagues gathered to celebrate Jefferson’s impact left on the organization.

Council members, Marty Pinnecoose (far left) and Marge Barry (far right) wrap an honorary Pendleton blanket around retiree Dan Jefferson (center) on Thursday, Feb. 5 at the Sky Ute Casino Resort.

Photo Credit: Divine Windy Boy | The Southern Ute Drum