Salute to Senior Veterans at Spa Ritz - 21 November 2025 - 2

Paul Todd, Commander of Sharon Springs American Legion Post 1269 (Marine Corps Veteran), stood up to speak and thank the senior group for the welcomed recognition and meal.

By Alexis Pencar

SHARON SPRINGS — The Sharon Silver and Gold Senior Club’s luncheon meeting on November 14th at OFA’s “Spa Ritz” congregate meal site at the Sharon Springs Firehouse featured a special salute to Veterans. 

Twenty-five seniors honored eleven local Veterans’ patriotism and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Some Veterans that spoke at this luncheon were: Paul Todd (Marine Corps), Omer Cousineau (Marine Corps), and Rev. Thomas Davis (Army).

The senior club treated the Veterans and two of their spouses to a delicious meal topped off with strawberry shortcake for dessert. 

All branches of the U.S. Military (Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard) were represented by the Veterans in attendance.

Are you a Veteran and looking to get involved? Reach out to your local American Legion Post to find out more!

Area seniors interested in more information about the Sharon Silver & Gold Senior Club, located at the Office for the Aging’s Congregate Meal site at the Sharon Springs Firehouse, please contact President Anne Lennebacker, at (607) 547-9055.