John Sarco, Boise, ID

Boise, ID, Letter Carrier John Sarco

Letter Carrier John Sarco was recently delivering mail in Boise, ID, when he discovered a customer unconscious on a front porch.

Sarco called 911 and stayed on the scene until emergency responders arrived and treated the man, who went into cardiac arrest on the way to a hospital.

The customer survived, and he later contacted the local Post Office to recognize Sarco for his life-saving assistance.

“John takes care of his customers and is definitely the eyes and ears of the neighborhoods he serves,” said Customer Services Manager Billy Gans.


Employees featured in “Heroes’ Corner” also receive letters of commendation through the Postmaster General Heroes’ Program. The nomination form is available on Blue.