Two seniors that attend school at Taylorville High School were awarded a scholarship by the Taylorville Memorial Foundation.  Luke Markwell and Tucker Tippett were awarded the Dr. George Ferry Memorial Scholarship during an awards ceremony at the high school. The awards were $2,500. This will help assist them in pursuing careers in healthcare. 

Markwell will be attending school at Illinois State University, where is pursuing a nursing degree and Tippitt will be attending Southern Illinois University, where he will be seeking a bachelor of science in exercise science.  Markwell has been described as a meticulous student who works at Walgreens part time.  Tippitt plans to pursue a doctorate degree in physical therapy, inspired by his own journey overcoming physical limitations.  Markwell played on the THS basketball team, and Tippitt played for the THS baseball team.  

The late Dr. George Ferry contributed a lifetime of service, dedication, and commitment to his family, his practice, community, and Taylorville Memorial Hospital. Each year, two scholarships are given to students pursuing careers in healthcare. 

Markwell is the son of Stephen and Beth Markwell of Taylorville and Tippitt is the son of Brad and Carla Tippitt of Taylorville. For more information on the Taylorville Memorial Foundation, please call 217-707-5271 or visit memorial.health/tmf.