Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendations presented by the Honourable Erin O’Toole at ceremony in Calgary
July 14, 2015 – Calgary – Veterans Affairs Canada
The Honourable Erin O’Toole, Minister of Veterans Affairs, today presented the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to the following Alberta residents, honouring their contributions in the service of Military Veterans:
- Herman Barkemeyer, Barrhead
- Ronald Orvil Beirnes,Calgary
- Maureen Bianchini Purvis, Edmonton
- Peter J. Boyle, Calgary
- Jean Elizabeth Clay (Posthumous), Calgary
- Larry C. Coney, Drumheller
- Raymond A. Gilbert, Calgary
- Raymond R. Hessler, Chestermere
- Darrel Jones, Canmore
- Donald Jorgensen, Cold Lake
- Donald John Leonardo, Calgary
- Ev Lizotte, Calgary
- Donna Joann Maxwell, Calgary
- J. Murray McCann, Calgary
- Bobbi McCoy, Red Deer
- John F. Moreland, Lethbridge
- Thomas E. Rockburne, Calgary
- Jurgen (Joe) M.W. Schulz, Calgary
- Ann ten Pierik, Calgary
- Grant G.L. Whitson, Calgary
- Rose Wilkinson, Calgary
Through volunteer efforts, these citizens provide invaluable support to the Armed Forces Veteran community, promoting greater awareness of the sacrifices and achievements of Canada’s Military Veterans, and dedicating themselves to Veteran care.
Martin Magnan
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Veterans of Affairs
613-996-4649
Media Relations
Veterans Affairs Canada
613-992-7468
