David Orazietti conveys condolences to Vernelli family

NEWS RELEASE

DAVID ORAZIETTI, MPP

************************* SAULT STE. MARIE - Sault MPP David Orazietti expresses his condolences to the family of Scott Vernelli, Master Corporal with the 3rd Battalion, of the Royal Canadian Regiment based at CFB Petawawa.

“The tragic loss of Corporal Vernelli from Sault Ste. Marie saddens our entire community and I offer my sincere condolences to his wife Marcie, daughter Olivia and to the entire Vernelli family.

"Their family’s immeasurable sorrow cannot possibly be consoled by any words said today, so all I can humbly offer is our sincere gratitude for Corporal Vernelli’s selfless commitment to his job and to his country.

"We have lost a soldier, husband and father who truly loved his job and dedicated his life to the service of our country.

"Everyone expects that when their husband, wife, son or daughter goes to work, they'll come home, but this tragic event is a constant reminder of the countless dangers faced by our soldiers each day in Afghanistan.

"In a day and age when our access to information through media inundates us with lawlessness and conflict in many parts of the world, we are reminded of the vital role our soldiers fulfill in combating terrorism, building democracy and serving all of us.

"Our thoughts and prayers are also with the other families who have lost loved ones in the most recent attacks.”

*************************