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.

2007
John McDonald
President and Founder
Boulevard Brewery
Boulevard Brewery website

2006
John "Buck" O'Neil
Major League and Negro League Baseball Player and Manager
Negro League Baseball Museum website

2005
Wayne Godsey
President and General Manager
KMBC-TV
KMBC website