Jay Schild is doing his part to honor military veterans for their service.
Schild, labor relations manager for the Postal Service’s Ohio 2 District, volunteers for Honor Flight Tri-State, part of a national organization that brings veterans to Washington, DC, to visit memorials to their service.
“There are very few things in this world that bring me more joy and satisfaction,” he said.
Veterans of World War II and the Korean and Vietnam wars are eligible for each honor flight, which is a daylong experience. After flying to Washington to visit their memorials, the veterans return home to a parade and a “mail call” where they each receive letters and cards of appreciation.
As an ambassador for Honor Flight Tri-State, Schild is assigned a veteran to accompany throughout the day.
“It is a day that all the veterans cherish and do not quickly forget,” he said.
Parting is such sweet sorrow
Employees at the Austin, TX, General Mail Facility recently bid adieu to a beloved colleague: Jennifer Perkins, a business reply mail clerk who retired after 55 years of service.
Perkins began her career as a distribution clerk in 1969 and collected lots of awards during her tenure. In 2021, she was one of 25 employees who participated in an oral history project marking the Postal Service’s 50th anniversary.
“We are going to miss her knowledge and advice, but most of all her calm demeanor and sweet disposition,” said Bernadino Vidauri, a customer services supervisor.
Job well done
Greenwood, IN, Postmaster Darcy Enyart doesn’t just praise her employees. She puts it in writing.
Enyart regularly presents employees with certificates of appreciation for a job well done.
One recent recipient: Isley Crayton, a retail associate who was lauded for her customer service skills.
“She can be seen each day with a smile on her face and a positive attitude,” Enyart said.
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