John Cahalin Named Florissant Veteran Of the Year; Veterans' Day Parade is Nov. 6

John Cahalin Named Florissant Veteran Of the Year; Veterans’ Day Parade is Nov. 6

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Post published:October 27, 2011
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A spectacular Veterans’ Parade followed by a presentation of the Veteran of the Year award will be held on Sunday, Nov. 6, at 1 p.m., according to Florissant Mayor Tom Schneider.

This year’s Parade Marshall is William Switzer, who is currently the director of TSA at Lambert International Airport; Switzer will also be the guest speaker at the Veteran of the Year presentation following the parade.

John Cahalin, was named the 2011 Veteran of the Year. Cahalin served in the U. S. Navy during World War II, and was honorably discharged with the rank of Seaman First Class.

The 2.5-mile parade begins at the corner St. Charles and St. Francois streets, east on St. Francois, one block south on New Florissant to east on St. Catherine, north on Waterford Drive, and ending at the James J. Eagan Center.

Following the parade, there will be a presentation of the Veteran of the Year award. Refreshments will be served inside the Eagan Center for parade participants. The mayor said it will be an outstanding parade with over 70 units participating, including military vehicles, drum corps, marching bands, elected officials and many others paying tribute to our veterans.

This event was first brought here at the suggestion of Norman Sirna, a member of the Veterans’ Commission. Mayor Schneider and the city council invite everyone to bring their children/grandchildren to this event and salute the men and women who have and continue to serve this great country in the fight against terrorism and to protect our freedom.

VFW Post Seeks Photos of Men, Women Vets

VFW Post 4105 Ladies Auxiliary is seeking community help with a new project to honor and support local men and women currently serving in the military.

The auxiliary is seeking photos of relatives, friends or a neighbor currently serving in the military. Photos and biographical information will be posted at the post on a Local Heroes Wall.

Photos should include the person’s name, branch of service, and where they are based. For more information, call Wanda Dudley at 636-484-3622 and leave a message.