U.S. Coast Guard veteran to receive posthumous awards

The family of U.S. Coast Guard Lt. Thomas J.E. Crotty, a World War II veteran, is scheduled to accept posthumous Bronze Star and Purple Heart Medals honoring Crotty's service, Thursday, at approximately 12:30 p.m.

Crotty served in the Pacific Theater during World War II and gave his life in 1942 in defense of the United States.

The ceremony will take place as part of the 50th annual Western New York Armed Forces Week. The presentation is scheduled to occur after the Armed Forces Luncheon at the Connecticut Street Armory in Buffalo, N.Y. Rear Adm. Michael Parks, commander, Ninth Coast Guard District, will present the medals.

WHO:		The family of Lt. Thomas J. E. Crotty; Rear Adm. Michael Parks, commander, Ninth Coast Guard District
WHAT:		Posthumous presentation of Lt. Crotty's Bronze Star and Purple Heart Medals.
WHEN:		Thursday, May 6, 2010. The Armed Forces Luncheon begins at 11 a.m., with the ceremony following at about 12:30 p.m.
WHERE:		Connecticut Street Armory, 184 Connecticut St., Buffalo, N.Y.
COST:		Luncheon will cost $25.00 per person (Including gratuity).

Interested parties should contact Lt. Brian Sadler, Coast Guard Sector Buffalo public affairs officer at (716) 553-4779

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