PAST DEPT. VICE CMDR. HOMECOMING

Saturday, September 28, 2013

A homecoming dinner for Past Department Vice Commander for the 5th and 6th Districts DALE DINGMAN was held at his home post - Klock-Smith Post 1788 in Lafargeville, NY.

Several district officers from both the 5th and 6th districts were represented, including past 5th district commander Bill Park. Also present was the past department president Sally Johnston and her husband. 

Oswego County was represented by 5th district commander James R. Ellis and his wife Sharon; Betty Rowlee (past 5th district president); Delos Rowlee (past 5th district commander) and David Rowlee (Sons of the American Legion member).

A delicious meal of roast beef and ham with mashed potatoes, gravy, corn and rolls was served by the post and auxiliary. A nice cake was the dessert of the day.

Dale received many fine gifts from those who appreciated his service to The American Legion. 

Dale was wary of something popping out of the gift box. But all seemed fine as he unwrapped the paper.

(Personal Comment: I have known Dale and his wife, Bonnie, for many years and there is not a single Legionnaire who is more dedicated and honest than Dale. He always tells it like it is and if he doesn't know the answer, he will find out what the answer is. A true "service before self" type of person and he deserves this tribute to his American Legion service. Thanks, Dale.) PDC Delos Rowlee