The Lima Exchange Club were also part of the police memorial service, handing out the 'Jack Somerville Award' for law officer of the year. The winner was announced as Lima Police officer Eric Mericle. He was honored because of his work with 7-year-old Maleek Nelson. Mericle helped Nelson fulfill his dream by making him an honorary police officer. The young boy suffered through some serious health conditions and Mericle was there for him every step of the way before he died in October. Mericle said he'll never forget Nelson's smile and how out-going he was.