Old Saybrook's Hal Farrington and State Rep. Marilyn Giuliano pause after the CT Veterans Hall of Fame ceremony held at the state capitol
In December, the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame inducted its 2011 class and of those 10 Veterans, one hails from Old Saybrook.
Hal Farrington, of the United States Army, was recognized for his outstanding community service and veterans’ support nationally and right here in Connecticut.
“Not many people are aware of how many active and retired veterans call Eastern Connecticut home. Hal has worked tirelessly for over 30 years to connect these heroes to important services for themselves and their families,” said Rep. Marilyn Giuliano, R-23. “His leadership has successfully established Veterans Service Offices at the New London Submarine Base, US Coast Guard Academy and Naval Station at Newport Rhode Island. These offices provide counseling and financial support to those veterans and families who need it most.”
Farrington most recently served as the Federal Casualty Assistance Officer for the Veterans Administration. He supported families connected to over 148 Active Duty service men and women as they dealt with their loss. Farrington did not shy away from such an important service when military families are in their greatest time of need.
“I was humbled joining Hal Farrington and his family for the induction ceremony,” said Rep. Giuliano. “It is rare to come across someone who continues to give so much for his country and community. I am glad he has received such a prestigious honor.”
Hal Farrington of Old Saybrook (back row, second from left) and the Class of 2011 inductees to the CT Veterans Hall of Fame stand with LT. Gov. Nancy Wyman after the ceremony held in Hartford.
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