By Mary Giuliano

On Monday May 14, friends, City of Fernie council members and staff gathered at City Hall to witness the presentation of the George Majic Spiritus Award to local resident Gerry Pang.

Gerry is a very deserving individual who exemplifies the spirit of the award very closely. He has worked volunteering all his life quietly and steadily and without fanfare.

He spent nine years serving in the army, played professional baseball with Air Canada Fastball Association, and turned down an opportunity to play pro ball in the US. He played hockey and coached youth, both male and female, in the sport in various levels for decades.

Gerry’s friend Phil Iddon delivered a glowing speech in regards to all the volunteer work Gerry has done with hockey youth in Fernie, saying he would never forget his kindness and words of wisdom.

Anne Majic gave a brief history of how the award came about and how it was for the “unsung heroes” who put much time and effort into the community without wanting any acknowledgement.

Dan McSkimming, also a friend of Gerry’s delivered more words of praise for his work and constant giving of time and knowledge to the community.

After being handed his trophy Gerry spoke of how he came to Fernie from Montreal expecting to stay a year and instead has stayed for nearly 30. He spoke about the Bladerunner female hockey team and how great they were and also of the many years with the Ghostrider teams and how much he has enjoyed working with them.

The City of Fernie extends congratulations to Gerry and thanks him sincerely to the many years of volunteerism in our community.

Photos courtesy Mary Giuliano/City of Fernie

– Mary Giuliano is Mayor of the City of Fernie

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