Another well-deserving citizen in the tri-community has been presented with the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers. May Yvonne Blake was recently presented this prestigious award in her home, surrounded by local dignitaries, family and close friends.
“I was born in 1936 and am the oldest of a family of nine,” said Blake. “Our family moved to Wanless when I was three years old. We then moved to Ontario, but returned in 1961. After further travels, I came home to stay in 2002.
“I started volunteering when my children went to school. I was involved with the PTA, Brownies, Cubs and Scouts, Air Cadets, worked with special needs children, St. Paul’s Personal Care Home and the Legion Ladies Auxiliary for many years.