Medal, Commemorative
Catalog Number
2001.90.6
Description
Large gold medal with figure with rifle, green and white ribbon with three smaller medals: "WA-KE'-DE 1956", "100 meter", "Marksman Class Champion".
History
This commemorative medal was earned by Vernon E. Ayerye, 1913-2001, Vernon graduated from Holland High School in 1935 and worked for the York Band Instrument Co. in Grand Rapids, Dunn Manufacturing in Holland, Holland Precision Parts, Jesieks Marina, and owned and operated a Texaco service station. He also worked with Western Machine Tool Works, Baker Furniture and captained the yacht "Caravelle". He was a member of the Holland American Legion Band for more than 40 years, the Holland Coast Guard Auxiliary, Michigan United Conservation Club, Tulip City Rod and Gun Club and was past president of the St. Joseph Rifle and Pistol Association.
Gift of
Kleinheksel, Victor
