Congressman Kean Honors Local Vietnam Veterans

March 18, 2024

(March 19, 2024) BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Today, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) recognized local Vietnam veterans by presenting them with the Vietnam War Commemoration Lapel Pin in honor of their service.

In partnership with the United States Vietnam War Commemoration Program, a program authorized by Congress, Congressman Kean honored living U.S. veterans residing in NJ-07 who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time between November 1, 1955, and May 15, 1975. These veterans, who were honored, served in various capacities during the Vietnam War period, including in-country, in-theater, or stationed elsewhere.

“It is an extraordinary privilege to present local veterans with a lapel pin, as a symbol of our nation’s gratitude towards their sacrifice and service,” said Congressman Kean. “We are forever indebted to our veterans, who fought for what this country stands for – freedom. Congratulations to all the veterans honored today, thank you, and welcome home.”

"Bridgewater American Legion Post 0327 is very excited to host Congressman Kean's Vietnam Veterans Commemoration Program,” said Vice Commander Randy Levine. “We enjoyed meeting the men and women who served during the Vietnam War era and welcoming them to our post."

Established in 2008, the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration honors veterans of the Vietnam War for their heroic service and pays tribute to their selfless contributions.

In attendance was Deacon Keith Gibbons of Westfield, who provided an invocation for the ceremony, Bridgewater Mayor Matt Moench, who led the Pledge of Allegiance, as well as representatives from area Veterans Command Posts.

2024 Vietnam Veteran Honorees:

1. Joseph Alvino

2. William Bacho

3. Ronald Barber

4. Henry Bassman

5. Allen Blayer

6. Michael Bourke

7. Peter Braun

8. Alan Brewer

9. Lawrence Brooks

10. Carlo Buonviaggio

11. John Burchett

12. John J. Burns

13. John L. Carlson, Jr.

14. Daniel Collins

15. Tom Courtney

16. Augustus James Dante

17. Johannes de Boer

18. Vincent DeCristoforo

19. Gary Domanski

20. John Doran

21. Thomas C. Dutkiewicz

22. Charles Dyer

23. Richard Eva

24. Joseph Fazio

25. Leonard Feiner

26. Martin Ford

27. Angel M. Garcia

28. Joseph Grasso

29. Philip Heinold

30. Paul R. Helmbach

31. Ken Herr

32. Thomas Jack

33. Francis A. Landau, Jr.

34. Kenneth L. Lareau

35. Jerry Madden

36. Dennis Mahoney

37. Martin Mand

38. Stephen Marino, Sr.

39. Arthur Matthews

40. Charles McNair

41. Dennis Miller

42. Fred Moench, Jr.

43. Bruno E. Morra

44. Eben Parker

45. Richard E. Predmore

46. Col. Mary Jo Rice, USA Ret.

47. Thomas Rooney

48. Joseph C. Rossi, Jr.

49. Stephen Sanislo

50. Michael F. Sebastiano

51. Walter Stec

52. John Sterling

53. Michael Suszko

54. Richard F. Trabert

55. Thomas Tuefel

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