VFW Post 9008 honors community members

VFW Post 9008 honors community members
Commander Jeff Moseman of VFW Post 9008, Millbrook Mayor Tim Colopy and Vice Commander Dave Rogers as Collopy receives certificate for his own and the Village of Millbrook’s support of the Post. Photo submitted

MILLBROOK — VFW Post 9008 held an awards ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 14, at the Millbrook Firehouse. 

Post Commander Jeff Moseman was master of ceremonies, aided by Vice Commander Dave Rogers. Members of the community, as well as some first responders, were recognized and thanked by the Post and the audience for their contributions to the community.

Included in those being honored were “Uncle” Mike Hansen of iHeartRadio’s Country 107.3 WRWD, New York State Police Sergeant Michael D. Wood of Troop K, and Millbrook Middle School physical education teacher Joseph Carbone as well as Millbrook Mayor Tim Collopy and the Village of Millbrook for their unwavering support of the Post.

Hansen was awarded a Citizenship Medal for his complimentary radio promotions and hosting the Post commander for Post events and issues. Carbone also received a Citizenship Medal, as he annually hosts the veterans’ recognition and breakfast at the Millbrook Central School District.

James Smith of Union Vale Rescue was given a First Responder Award for his support of the Millbrook community. Crissy Moseman, Debbie Rogers and Kathi Galli were given Buddy Poppy bracelets for their work in Buddy Poppy sales, and Sierra Mason was awarded the Senior ROTC Medal for Leadership, Patriotism and Commitment. She is a member of the Marist College ROTC.

Collopy accepted the certificate, saying: “I am honored to be given the opportunity to say a few words at this VFW celebration of community give-back. It is apparent to me that your commitment of service to country has led to a lifetime commitment of service to community, and that makes you role models for the rest of us to follow. The same can be said for the rest of the honorees here tonight. In this day and age when organizations are struggling to find volunteers to replace those of us who are aging out, what you do shines a light on the importance of ongoing community involvement. To all of you, for your military service past, and for your community service, present, on behalf of the residents of the Village of Millbrook, I thank you for your service.”

On Thursday, Nov. 9, the Veterans Recognition and Breakfast will take place at 8 a.m. at Millbrook Middle School. On Saturday, Nov. 11, the Post will lead a ceremony at the Village Green in honor of Veterans Day. 

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