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Second World War Veteran Passes Away

January 17, 2019 / legionnlca

Leo Knox, November 11, 2018 photo credit: fgogos

Gunner Leo Knox, one of the last surviving members of the storied 166^th(Newfoundland) Field Regiment, Royal Artillery has passed away at the age of 93, today he would have celebrated his 94th birthday.

Leo enlisted with the 166^th as a teenager and joined the fabled unit in Italy in 1944. He later joined the St. John’s Fire Department where he served for 35 years and was instrumental in the development of the Fire Prevention Program.

Leo Knox, November, 2017 photo credit: fgogos

Leo was a familiar site at memorial services at the National War Memorial on July 1 and November 11 where he stood proudly in remembrance of his fallen comrades.

Leo was an active member of the 166^th Regimental Association and proudly carried the Regimental Colours to the Basilica to have them blessed. He had been a member of the Royal Canadian Legion for 71 years.

Leo will be fondly remembered as a hero and a gentleman.

Leo Knox, November, 2018 photo credit: fgogos

Visitation

When: Friday, January 18th, 2019 1:00pm – 9:00pm

Location: Barrett’s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue

Service Information

When: Saturday, January 19th, 2019 11:00am

Officiating: Fr. Joseph Barton

Location: Barrett’s Chapel, 328 Hamilton Ave., St. John’s

Leo Knox, November 11, 2016 photo credit: fgogos

Veterans and PAL Airlines: Above and Beyond

January 17, 2017 / legionnlca

January 17, 2017

Comrade Frank Sullivan, President of the Newfoundland Labrador Command of the Royal Canadian Legion presented PAL Airlines with two prestigious Friendship Awards. The Friendship Award is intended to honour and recognize individuals and organizations who have rendered assistance, service or operation to the Legion beyond that which could normally be anticipated or expected. The award is bestowed upon organizations, other than the Legion, including other Veteran’s organizations, groups and service clubs within the community and individuals.

PAL Airlines has been recognized for their outstanding contribution in support of Veterans and Veteran’s based initiatives over the past year.

Comrade Sullivan presented two plaques: one from the Newfoundland Labrador Command and the other from the Dominion Command in Ottawa in recognition of PAL Airlines support of Veterans by offering free flights to Veterans and their families who wished to attend the 100th Anniversary of Beaumont-Hamel commemorations in St. John’s, recognizing Newfoundland and Labrador’s Memorial Day remembrance flower, the Forget Me Not, by having them displayed on their commercial aircraft and continuing to offer 20% discount to all serving and former members of the military in recognition of their service to their country.

Sullivan said, “It is imperative that we at the Legion recognize the contributions of the business community when they show commitment to our Veterans above and beyond what can be expected of them. PAL Airlines is truly a leader in Newfoundland and Labrador when it comes supporting our Veterans and I am sure that they will continue to lead the way.”

PAL Airlines is the first company in Newfoundland and Labrador to receive the Newfoundland Labrador Command Friendship Award.

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December 11, 2016 / legionnlca

Poppy Season to start Oct 28, 2016 with Ceremonial Presentation

October 26, 2016 / legionnlca

The Poppy season is fast approaching. This Friday Comrade Frank Sullivan will present the first ceremonial Poppy to His Honour Lt Gov Frank Sullivan. It will be followed by the Fly the Flag Ceremony at Confederation building at 12pm. This event is open to the public. Come out and show your support.