I first met Wayne Wannamaker in 1963 not sure where maybe Momma's, maybe Willies heck maybe we even met at work first, who knows. However I am pleased to share this with readers everywhere. Wayne was a trucker in the Corps. Then one day as we all do he retired and went to work for Transport Canada where he served until retirement. Wayne has long been a voice for Veterans with regard to Pension Clawback, veterans licence plates and Free parking for veterans. His many successes have been recognised at long last by the Department of Veterans affairs. He was awarded the Veterans Affairs Commendation for his work on behalf of veterans. Here is the photo of our Veteran and a sampling of letters from fellow vets and buddies. Well Done Wayne. On behalf of all Veterans we thankyou.
A PROUD Vet.
Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation
Wayne Wannamaker Whitehorse, Yukon Mr. Wannamaker is a retired Canadian Forces Veteran who served in The Royal Canadian Army Service Corps. In the late 1960s, Mr. Wannamaker assisted a group of First World War Veterans 50th anniversary pilgrimage to battlefields in Europe. Following his military service, in 1988, Mr. Wannamaker assisted in forming Watson Lake Cadet Corps, where he was the Commanding Officer and remained Cadet Instructor Cadre (CIC) on the Supplementary Reserve List until his retirement in 2007. He was instrumental in influencing the Yukon Legislative Assembly to adopt special license plates for Veterans in the territory. Mr. Wannamaker then approached city hall and successfully lobbied to provide free parking in Whitehorse to any vehicles bearing the Veterans license plates. As part of the Year of the Veteran, Mr. Wannamaker convinced the Legislative Assembly to present a poppy quarter to all 189 Veterans in the Yukon at a commemorative ceremony. The coins were presented to the Veterans by their local member of the legislature. Mr. Wannamaker continues working toward the well-being of Veterans in the Yukon.
Letters from members of the Corps:
Yesterday I was honoured by my friend Wayne Wannamaker to attend the presentation of the minister of Veterans Affair Commendation to Wayne.I was so proud of him to be formally recognized for the outstanding work he has done,Veterans license plates,free parking for Veterans in Whitehorse and we all know Waynes continues working towards the well beeing of all Veterans and RCMP.The presentation was made by the Honourable Greg Thompson Minister of Veterans Affairs.A number of MP`s also attended,including the MP from Whitehorse,Yukon.Again Thanks Wayne for honouring me to make me feel so proud to be your friend and have served with you in the Canadian Armed Forces. George Edle
Yes, well done Wayne.. here here ! Wes Neilly
Well Done and Congratulations Wayne. Your continued hard work on behalf of Veterans looks great on you as an individual and show there is still lots of life in the Corps. Pray for our Troops. Trav..... Jim Travagline
Great stuff Wayne!!! Its been a long time since we traveled to the Bruxelles Atomnium in the 60s, you always been a great comrade and yesterday's presentation is a well deserved achievement and recognition not only of your work, but also of your friendship toward others like me a Froggy from Qubec that you have always respected as another Canadian and a buddy..Thanks you Wayne for being what you really are, A great ambassador to our Military RCMP cause and your friendship to all..KEEP ON TRUCKIN BennyThe Super Frog Nepean/Ottawa, ON Canada - Thursday, July 23, 2009
Wayne: The MVA Commendation was designed with people like YOU in mind.... it just took them a little while to get around to You. Congratulations Wayne, well earned. Murray F. Nil Sine Labore. Murray Floyd CD Sgt (Ret'd)
Anyone wishing to view Wayne Wannamakers accomplishments, and the reasons for the award check the following link: http://www.vac-acc.gc.ca/general/sub.cfm?source=department/mincom/biorecipient_id=479 Conrad Hof Beachburg,
This picture is for memories of all Veterans who were or served with the Truckers;
Obviously I took this photo as I was never as slim and trim as these truckers.
1961 Camp Borden
May all our thoughts and prayers be with our troops in far flung places and also to our Veterans of the Military.
Nil Sine labore
Robby
