Royal Canadian Legion Branch 265 members Mark O’Brien and Denis Robitaille were awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal. (Photo by Alcide Maillet courtesy of Branch 265)
LEGION REPORT
Local Legion members awarded Coronation Medal
Submitted by Jean Gervais, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 265
Mark O’Brien and Denis Robitaille, retired members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 265, have just been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal, a commemorative award designed to honour citizens who have made a significant contribution to their community or abroad.
During the awards ceremony on Jan. 28, it was noted that for many years, Navy Lieutenant (Ret’d) Mark O’Brien has been “a committed volunteer-administrator of the Legion as well as the Navy League of Canada and the Cercle de la Garnison de Québec military committee.”
Speaking of Denis Robitaille, who received his medal in December 2024, Lt.-Gov. Manon Jeannotte, who made the presentation, noted his unwavering commitment to the vulnerable and his exemplary service as a police officer and volunteer. Your dedication transcends generations, enriching the community through your humanitarian and supportive actions,” concluded the lieutenant governor.
Both recipients were honoured during a commemorative event and photo shoot held at the Legion on March 25.
