Senator Helming Honors Town of Webster Veterans at Webster Event

WEBSTER – Senator Pam Helming recently recognized ten veterans who live in the Town of Webster during a veterans recognition ceremony at Cottreall-Warner American Legion Post 942 on Monday, November 4. The veterans were nominated by family, friends, and members of the community for the New York State Senate Veterans’ Hall of Fame. They were among a total of 76 nominations Senator Helming received for this award across the six counties that she represents.

The veterans from the Town of Webster honored at this event include Daniel D. Barnes, George Brauch, Nathan Browning, Martin J. Cocca, Theodore Ellstrom, Louis A. Gangi, Jr., Verner Ogi, John Schoenberger, Robert Squires and Frank T. Tantalo, Sr.

“These nominees have contributed so much to our society and to our way of life. They have committed themselves to our country and were willing to lay down their lives to protect our freedoms. It was a privilege to recognize and honor these amazing men and women and to be able to express our eternal gratitude for their service. Thank you to the Cottreall-Warner American Legion Post 942 for hosting us, and thank you to the Webster Central School District for your patriotic musical performance,” Senator Helming said.