Dale DeBrot Recognized for 54 Years of Service to the Tribe

By Jennifer Cadotte

LCO PR Specialist

This article from June 24, 2025

The Lac Courte Oreilles Community Health Center (LCO CHC) proudly honored Dale Debrot, a long-serving and highly respected employee, at a special retirement celebration recognizing his remarkable 54-years of service.

Debrot’s journey of service spans decades, with 39 of those years dedicated to the LCO CHC. His contributions to the health and well-being of the community are woven into nearly every department of the clinic. From the x-ray and laboratory departments to medical records and even leadership as director, he has done it all. 

His commitment to service began well before joining the clinic. Debrot served two years in the United States Army at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. His excellence in the field was recognized nationally in 1993, when he received the Radiologist of the Year award from Indian Health Services.

“Dale brought consistency, dedication, and a great sense of quiet humor,” said Sara Klecan, LCO CHC Human Resources Director. “You will be missed dearly. Your shoes will be impossible to fill.”

Dale DeBrot seated with his family members at the honoring event; Dale DeBrot receives a blanket from the TGB, pictured with Chairman Gary "Little Guy" Clause and Sec-Treasurer Michelle Beaudin. Bottom middle photo is Dale with Tim DeBrot and bottom right, LCO Clinic Director Scott Johnson and Sara Klecan, clinic HR Director.