Peg McCown shows off the certificate she received at the VVA's December meeting. McCown served as a U.S. Navy Wave. Photo by Ginny Craven.

LAKEPORT – Four local women veterans felt extremely special when honored at the December potluck/meeting of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 951.

The occasion was the chapter’s third annual Christmas dinner at St. Mary Immaculate Parish Hall, Lakeport.

Brad Onorato, district representative for Congressman Mike Thompson, presented each woman with a certificate and flag flown on Nov. 11, 2007, over the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.

The women are Margaret (Peg) McCown and Genevieve Snow, U.S. Navy Waves and Jean Blethen- Rigod and Victoria Shipley, U.S. Marines.

Ginny Craven, founder of Operation Tango Mike, which sends comfort packages including snacks and toiletries to troops overseas, also was honored with flag and certificate.

The women also received certificates from the chapter.

Everyone was treated to a scrumptious holiday meal including turkey and trimmings, ham, prime rib and an array of side dishes and dessert.

The chapter will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8 in St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Lakeport.

Brad Onorato, district representative for Congressman Mike Thompson, presented flags and certificates to the women veterans. Photo by Ginny Craven.

Woody Hughes (left) played Santa at the event, handing out goodies. Photo by Ginny Craven.

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