Bob Henderson (Service to Community and Country)

It was a pleasure to join Bob Henderson at the Veterans Memorial Park in Bridgewater to present him with a copy of the Members Statement that I read in the Nova Scotia Legislature, recognising Bob, a Korean War Veteran, for his dedication to both country and our community.

September 18, 2024
The Honourable Becky Druhan:

Speaker, I rise today to honour Bob Henderson of Bridgewater, whose service to his country and community has been long and distinguished. Bob is a Korean War veteran who served with the Canadian military for over 20 years, spending time with the Royal Canadian Air Force and Navy. He also served with the US Navy Seabees.

Bob has also been a great community volunteer. He served as an auxiliary officer with the Bridgewater Police Service and dedicated 20 years with Special Olympics. At age 90, he retired as the Sergeant-at-Arms for both the Branch 24 Royal Canadian Legion in Bridgewater and District 12.

On Remembrance Day, Bob served as Parade Commander and then assumed command of the Colour Party. On November 11, 2021, he was honoured at a Halifax Mooseheads hockey game. At the six-minute mark of the first period, his image was displayed on the big screen. The announcer was quickly drowned out by over six thousand fans who gave Bob a standing ovation. Recently retired Honorary Colonel Dan Hennessey said, “Bob Henderson took his place next to those who have served their country with distinction and deserves the title as a true Canadian hero.”

I ask the House to join me in thanking Bob Henderson for his service to community and to country.