CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE HONORS LOCAL VIETNAM VETERANS

(Rochester, N.Y.) — Today, Congressman Joe Morelle recognized local Vietnam Veterans by presenting them with the Vietnam War Commemoration Lapel Pin in honor of their service.

“Just after Vietnam Veterans Day, I have the extraordinary privilege of presenting local veterans of the Vietnam War with lapel pins as a lasting memento of our country’s enduring gratitude,” said Congressman Joe Morelle. “Vietnam Veterans Day is a time to recognize the men and women who were denied a proper welcome upon returning home from service. I hope that these pins serve as a constant reminder to our selfless veterans that we will never forget their service, sacrifice, and heroism.”

“I am honored to represent the Town of Chili who stand in solidarity with our residents to honor those who bravely served in the Vietnam War,” said Chili Town Supervisor David Dunning. “Though we cannot fix the past, we can certainly assure all who served are treated with respect and honor for the sacrifice made.”

“As we continue to mark the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, Chapter 20 would like to thank Congressman Morelle and his staff for taking time to recognize the service and sacrifice of our members,” said President of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 20 Charles Klauck.

Congressman Morelle is a member of The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration—a national 50th anniversary commemoration, authorized by Congress. The Vietnam War Commemoration lapel pins are awarded to veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time during the period of November 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975.

Today’s honorees are from the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 20:

Kenneth Allocco, U.S. Air Force

William Auble, U.S. Marine Corps

David Calabro, U.S. Army

George Cooper II, U.S. Army

Lane Corson, U.S. Navy

Lynn Gursslin, U.S. Army

James Lamy, U.S. Navy

Lee Loomis, U.S. Army

Richard McKnight, U.S. Army

Raymond Melens, U.S. Marine Corps

Richard Oleksyn, U.S. Army

Samuel Otto, Jr., U.S. Marine Corps

Stanley Patykiewicz, U.S. Marine Corps

Richard Pearce, U.S. Army

Joseph Peck, Jr., U.S. Army

Thomas Puff, U.S. Air Force

Michael Riley, U.S. Army

Michael Sanfilippo, U.S. Army

William Schrader, U.S. Army

Larry Strassner, U.S. Marine Corps

Dale Webster, U.S. Army