Lanoka Harbor Walmart #5414 gets an Award
By Heide Dziardziel
The 142,000-square-foot Ocean County supermarket that employs over 375 associates in Lanoka Harbor (580 US Rt. 9, Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey 08734) was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation on July 24, 2026, for assisting the American Legion Post 517 in raising donations by offering poppies on May 16th and 17th for Veterans.
William Ferguson, the Manager of the supermarket, a very patriotic individual agreed to have the event made public, where the funds were, generated with great success.
Mr. Ferguson is very conscious about hiring veterans that are currently working there, as he gives them priority and recognizes the importance of their contribution to America.
What is impressive is that Christine, Vassallo, the Assistant Manager and Fashion Coordinator, of the supermarket, also contributed to making this event possible, because without their approval, the event would not have occurred.
We are looking forward to continuing raising funds for veterans with the cooperation of Bill Schmidt, Commander of the Lacey Township Memorial Post 517. Post address is 15 Lacey Road, Forked River, New Jersey 08731. Cell phone number 732-575-6904 email at BillSchmidt1000@aol.com Our meetings are held once a month on the first Monday at 12: noon. Our next meeting is on September 14, 2026, at 12: noon, and his post members consisting of Sam Saporite, 2 Vice Commander. Nick Carabetta, Chairperson of the Americanism Committee, who in the future will supply and promote veterans' events such as this, which will contribute to the next successful poppy offering next year at the Lanoka Harbor Walmart and any other fundraising opportunities as well.
Also, we must acknowledge, Kerry Cornelius, Jr., 1 Vice Commander, Kerry Cornelius Sr., Emily Daly, Pat Carabetta and many other members for devoting their time & effort to make this event today happen.
This is one way to make America Great.
