WAWOTA - During the Royal Canadian Legion Wawota branch's soup and sandwich luncheon on Feb. 14, president Ross Corkish took the opportunity to present a branch service medal to George Eisler, who, at 97 years of age, is a 33-year member of the legion.
Corkish explained that not only has Eisler been a faithful member and willing worker to the branch, but he has also been the sole groundskeeper of the cenotaph memorial from its inception in 2007 to 2022. Eisler was presented with a certificate of appreciation along with his medal.
The legion also saluted Wawota Parkland School, as staff members have been long-time promoters of the legion-sponsored Remembrance Day Poster and Literacy campaign. Principal Josh Risling accepted a certificate of appreciation on behalf of those involved.
