Island Sons Honored
Posted March 24, 2014 at 5:46 am by Tim Dustrude
Minnie Knych has this to share from the American Legion Auxilliary…
Minnie Knych presents Mamie Forbes with the Blue Star Banner – Contributed photo
Mamie Forbes, owner of Orcas Boardwalk Café and Irene Herring, owner of San Juan Coffee Roasting Company are the latest recipients of the Blue Star Banner in honor of their sons’ military service.
Mamie’s son Shawn Forbes is currently serving in Afghanistan. Shawn’s designation is EOD (Explosive Ordinance Demolition). Irene’s son, Alex Herring serves on the USS George Washington.
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 163 of Friday Harbor honors San Juan County families of service men and women with the presentation of a Blue Star Banner. Established during WWI, Blue Star Service Banners are displayed by families who have a loved one serving in the armed forces, including the National Guard and Reserves of all military.
Irene Herring displays her Blue Star Banner – Contributed photo
The banner displayed in the front window of a home shows a family’s pride in their loved one serving in the military and reminds others that preserving America’s freedom demands much. More information about the purpose of the Blue Star Banner is at this link (PDF)
The Friday Harbor American Legion Auxiliary sends monthly comfort packages to any San Juan County serviceman stationed in danger zones. Relatives or friends with servicemen on active duty may contact Minnie Knych for further information.
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