The Norfolk American Legion Post 335 recently honored longtime member Raymond V. “Bucky” Calleaux with a special award recognizing his 75 years of continuous meritorious service — nearly as long as the 80-year-old chapter itself has been in existence.

A U.S. Marine Corps veteran who served during the Korean Conflict, Calleaux has been a fixture in the local veterans’ community for decades. Over the course of his membership, he has held every major leadership role within the post and played a central part in its activities. Whether leading the rifle team, organizing Memorial Day observances, or collecting donations during the annual poppy drive, “Bucky” has consistently set an example of dedication and service.

The framed certificate, issued by the American Legion’s National Commander, reads in part:

“Issued in grateful appreciation for faithful and dedicated allegiance to the ideals of the American Legion. Be it known that Raymond V. Calleaux, a longtime and dedicated member of American Legion Post 335 Department of Massachusetts, has been certified to have been a member in good standing continuously for 75 years.

Such a record of consistent loyalty to the American Legion merits the honor of being cited as an outstanding contributor to the progress of the American Legion.”

The certificate, dated March 15, 2025, was signed by the National Commander and National Adjutant in recognition of Calleaux’s decades of devoted service.

American Legion Post 335 meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month at the Federated Church of Norfolk, 1 Union Street. All honorably discharged veterans who have served at least one day of active duty are eligible to join and are welcome to attend.