September 3, 2026

The Dispatcher

Oak Harbor Freight Lines – Newsletter

August Kudos
Thank You!

To:Nancy Titus, CORP CS and
Marcy Hicks, CORP CS - OS&D Clerk

Roger called to extend his gratitude to Nancy for helping him find a way to acquire an Oak Harbor Freight Lines hat. He said he absolutely loves wearing the one he had but needed a new one.

Roger was very appreciative of everyone’s efforts.

Per Nancy – This all came together, thanks to Marcy!

Lisa D'Amico on behalf of Roger

To: Debby Hermens, POR Corporate CS

I just wanted to reach out to tell you how much I appreciate our Customer Service gal, Debby Hermens. She is always very responsive and goes above and beyond whenever I reach out to her.

The entire OHFL crew is fantastic, but she is my “go to” and I just wanted to let you know what a great job she does for us!!

OHFL is far and away my favorite carrier from a Customer Service standpoint.

Keep up the good work! 😊

Kyla Davies | Northwest Textbook

To: Hugo Ramirez, CNO P&D

Hugo made a delivery to Theresa Ross, and the consignee called to compliment him.

She stated that he went above and beyond and handled the delivery very professionally.

She wanted to recognize his outstanding customer service.

Theresa Ross | Theresa Ross Designs

To: Donovan Lazo, NBY P&D

Customer shared that Donovan was very nice and courteous. 

Uline Customer, Safecraft | Martinez, CA

To: Robert Lopez, LAX P&D

Robert Lopez was absolutely amazing, he was very helpful and did a great job!

Jason Sweitzer | All Hearts Vet Hospital

To: Larry Yem, SBY P&D Driver

Jeff Brimmer w/ Alameda County called, to give kudos to Larry Yem for doing his best at delivering his heavy paint totes with poor equipment. 

Jeff could only help so much, but said Larry pushed the freight all the way to the front of the trailer, darn near injuring his back to get the job done.

Thank you, Larry!

Jeff Brimmer | Alameda County

To: Eli Valadez, STK P&D

I want to recognize Eli Valadez for going above and beyond and making sure my package was safe and secure.

He was extremely courteous and professional.

Jim Campbell

To: Leonard Turchin, POR P&D and Sean Jones, POR P&D

I must take a moment and compliment the two gentleman that delivered the product. 

Parking in downtown Portland can be challenging. However, the delivery drivers kindly circled the block and parked where they were motioned to. This meant that the 3 pallets had to be pulled down the sidewalk approximately ½ block, to the garage door at the back of the Portland Building. Not only did these exemplary individuals kindly and cheerfully pull the pallets down the block, but they also took the time to take them down the ramp inside the building and unload where we asked them to.

Customer service such as we received today is rare. Please thank them for us again and let them know that their professionalism and willingness to go the extra mile was seen and appreciated.

 

Melanie Zea | Portland Bureau of Transportation

To: Karie Martin,
SPO Corporate Rates

I always email to get my quotes. I am old school I like customer service and a real human on the other end. I don’t want to go to a website and enter everything. We have come to a place in this world where customer service and relationships are not there. Everyone is too busy, don’t really want to work or do their job, they are just there to collect the pay check.

Kari at your office is absolutely amazing and Oak Harbor is very fortunate to have someone like her representing their company. There are times your rate is somewhat higher but I will use you because she is so great to deal with. I know if I have an issue she is going to help resolve it. No excuses no wait time – she does her job. I appreciate her so much.

So today make sure she knows she is doing a fabulous job and the people that deal with her absolutely love her and appreciate her.

From: Laurie | Idaho Ice

To: Veronica McDevitt, AUB P&D

Thank you Veronica! She recently made a delivery to Burien C.A.R.E.S., the city’s local animal shelter.

She was extremely helpful and very friendly. It was a tricky delivery, and she helped navigate how to safely get the freight inside the shelter.

While there, she shared that she loves dogs and even came in quickly to meet one of the pups.

We appreciate her efforts and kindness!

Jenn L. and Judy C. | Burien C.A.R.E.S.

To: Leonard Rutherford, SPO P&D

The consignee called to share that Leonard’s delivery to them was exceptional.

His driving ability was “Superb.” The consignee was a patrol officer for 30 years and has seen a lot of bad drivers.

They said Leonard went above and beyond, and had a great attitude.

Laura Kennedy | Sandpoint, ID

To: Mark Girola, SAC Operations Manager and
Teri Knopp, SAC Corp OS&D

Mark/Teri, got big kudos to the both of you for helping Jon at premier last month when I was out. He said you guys were absolute rockstars and wanted to make sure you got recognized for going above and beyond to help.

Thank you – your efforts shine a great light on Oak Harbor Freight Lines as a whole! 

Cody Moore Terminal Manager | Account Manager SAC RED

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