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Legion Post Honors LI Veteran

Commack man cited for membership efforts.

 

American Legion Greenlawn Post 1244 has honored a Commack man for his work with the veterans organization.

 

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Dennis Madden, first vice commander and membership chairman was recently named Legionnaire of the Year by the Greenlawn post and the Suffolk County and the 10th District organizations.

 

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He has served as first vice commander, finance officer and membership chairman since 2005. During that time, the Post’s membership has grown by nearly 250%.  In each of those eight years, the post exceeded the Department of New York’s membership goal. In addition, he has organized many of the activities and programs which have made the Greenlawn post one of the most active in the county.

The Greenlawn post said Madden "is known to never miss an opportunity to recruit a new member. Whether at a social event, a shopping mall or a store, he is always on the alert for a veteran-themed ball cap, a lapel pin, bumper sticker or an off-hand comment indicating a likely veteran eligible to join the American Legion."

Post Commander Bob Santo, in commending Vice Commander Madden for his success, said that “A singular dedication to this task, his hard work, imagination and a sincere belief in the mission of The American Legion have brought about Dennis’ achievements as membership chairman as a true leader in the post."


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