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A salute to veterans

BY LINDA FAUSZ

Quilenderino’s
resume has
quite a list of
accomplishments,
the Commander
Mary Seas Award
in 2016. She
earned her Ph.D.
in meteorology in
2012. Quilenderino
said even though
she came from a
family of service,
with relatives
serving in World
War II, the Korean CIVIL AIR PATROL MEMBER HOAN EVANS PINS
War, and the A CLOTH AMERICAN FLAG ON WORLD WAR II
Vietnam War, NAVY VETERAN JOHNNY THURSTON’S JACKET.
they did not share
their stories. “I
did not understand the meaning of service of leadership and motivating her fellow
SGT. JOHN J. NICHOLS, WWII BUFFALO SOLDIER, 9TH AND 10TH servicemen and servicewomen. She also
HORSE CAVALRY ASSOCIATION, LED THE MARCH OF VETERANS AT until my father suggested joining the Naval talked about the importance of employers
THE OPENING OF THE VETERANS DAY EVENT. ROTC,” she said. “It changed my outlook
on the world. The Navy gives you a family, hiring veterans and the leadership they
A few hundred braved the cold air Also participating in the ceremony friends, a purpose, not just a career.” bring to the job.
during Saturday afternoon’s Veterans were the American Heritage Girls Once commissioned, she said, she had She encouraged young people to
Day event, “Saluting Chesterfield County Troop Va. 1024, the L.C. Bird High a new and very deep comprehension of seek out a veteran as a mentor. “They will
Veterans of all U.S. Wars,” sponsored School Chorus, and Bugles Across what it meant to serve. have stories of friendship, teamwork, and
by the Chesterfield Historical Society of America state director John Blair Quilenderiono shared her stories triumphs to share with you.”
Virginia held on the lawn of the Historic playing Taps. Several exhibits were
1917 Courthouse. also available for attendees to visit
A march of veterans, with the walkway including the county museum and SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL
lined by soldiers the 266th Quartermaster historic jail.
Battalion from Fort Lee in salute, was Special thanks were given to the
led by Master Sgt. John J. Nichols, WWII Matoaca Women’s Club and Ruritans of Steak & Ribs & a Baked Potato Bar
Buffalo Soldier and member of the 9th Zone 4 for refreshments, the Virginia Fallen
and 10th Horse Cavalry Association. The Heroes Banner Project and Carla Waldron all for $ 95
military salute for a wreath, American Legion Post No. 10
was accompanied 186 for U.S. flags at the Memorial Wall,
by the Civil Air Alvora Reuss for flag pins, and members of
Patrol, USAF antique auto clubs.
Auxiliary Bravo McEachin and Brat spoke about the
Company, 23rd numbers of veterans in the state and what is
Quartermaster available for them in the way of education
Brigade Fort Lee, and training, but also how health needs still
and Thomas Dale needed to be addressed.
High School “One in every 10 citizens is a veteran
band. in the Commonweath,” said McEachin. “I
COMMANDER HEATHER H.
QUILENDERINO U.S. Air hope we do our part in taking care of our
Force Veteran veterans.”
William Daniels gave the welcoming Brat gave specific numbers, 700,000
and opening remarks. Platform guests veterans in the state and 57,000 in his 7th
included Herbert G. Turner, Chester district.
Masonic Lodge No. 94; Dorothy Jaeckle, “They are the best and the brightest in
chair of the Chesterfield County Board of this county,” he said. “Because they love ALSO ON THE MENU - KING’S KORNER FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN
Supervisors; U. S. Rep. Donald McEachin, their country…[their service, their ultimate
Ruth Eileen Osmolski, Gold Star Mother; sacrifice] it is not for money or fame but Friday Night is Seafood Bar Night with all you can eat fried
U.S. Rep. Dave Brat, Leslie Haley, vice- because they love their country.” oysters, spiced shrimp, fried shrimp and baked and fried fish.
chair of the Chesterfield County Board of He also talked about how the
Supervisors; U. S. Army Veteran Chuck politicians need to do a better job with the King’s Korner
Anolino; U.S. Army Veteran, 2015 National health program. He opened the door to any
Ruritan president Bobby Burtont; and veteran in his district who needs help that it
guest speaker, Navy Cmdr. Heather H. can start at his office. “We start a case and 7511 Airfield Drive, Richmond 23237 (In the Chesterfield Co. Airport) 743-9333
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