Knights of Columbus Shield Awards. Click to enlarge.

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FORDS – Our Lady of Peace Council 9199 of Fords presented their annual Shield Awards to an Edison police officer and an Edison Fireman.  Patrolman Joseph De Pasquale was honored for his service to the community.  Lt. Michael Mintchwarner, Joseph’s supervisor stated that approximately 15% of the officers go “Above and Beyond” the call of duty in service to the community.  Lt. Mintchwarner commended patrolman De Pasquale for constantly being in the 15% and going above and beyond to serve and protect the residents of the community.  Captain Andrew Toth, Jr was the Edison Fireman honored by the Knights, but he wasn’t available to receive his award.

Also honored was Jeff Clement, who was chosen as the PREP Teacher of the year.  PREP stands for Parish Religious Education Program and used to be called “CCD”.  An award was also presented to Emma Clement for being the winner of the Council’s Free Throw Competition in the 12-Year-Old Division. Emma made 24 out of 25 free throws and went on the District level competition.   In the photo, from left to right are: Lt. Mintchwarner, Deputy Grand Knight Emil Ferlicchi, Patrolman  De Pasquale & family, Emma Clement, Jeff Clement and Grand Knight William Herring.