President Branch 202 Richard Smith, Past President (Life Membership Award) Fred Van Tooren, and President Ladies Auxiliary Branch 202 Jean Shearer.
Submitted by Peter Dodge, PRO

Tuesday September 17th 2019 was a very special day for Branch 202, as over 50 members, associates and guests celebrated our Honours & Awards night.

Long service achievements were recognized by the following:

• Branch Life Members: 

-Ken Diebel 73 years, 

-Don Standen 50 years.

• Ladies Auxiliary Life Members: 

-Marjorie Mclvor 67 years, 

-Jean Shearer 52 years, 

-Kathy Given 47 years, 

-Jean Diebel 39 years, 

-Kate Stott 38 years, 

-Moyra Ready 23 years,

Medals and awards were also presented to both Branch and Auxiliary Members. Long Service Pins were awarded to 4 Branch Members, 9 Associate Members and 5 Affiliate Members,

The highlight of the Awards Night was the presentation of Life Membership to Retiring President, Fred Van Tooren for his dedication and exemplary service to Branch 202.

A highly successful evening was enjoyed by all.

L-R: Branch 202 President Richard Smith, President Ladies Auxiliary Branch 202 Jean Shearer, Commander of Zone C-4 Ladies Auxiliary Marg Smith, Deputy Commander Zone C-4 Ladies Auxiliary Diane Mills, and Deputy Commander Zone C-4 Kim White.

Reminder “Darts and Euchre for Fun” commences Thursday October 17th.

Please consider, in the month of October, we will be preparing for November 11th Remembrance Day 2019. Poppies will be available during the month, please buy your New Poppy and wear it with pride, “Lest we Forget”.