Paris Honours Oldest Living Veteran with Henry Foster Lane Renaming Ceremony

By Chris Whelan

In a heartfelt tribute to a local hero, the residents of Paris came together on Sunday, June 30th, to honour Henry Foster, the oldest living veteran in the community. A street, located just north of the library in the area where Henry once resided many years ago, has been renamed Henry Foster Lane, commemorating his remarkable service and dedication to this country.

The initiative to recognize Henry

Foster's contributions was spearheaded by the esteemed members of Branch 29 Legion, who recognized the need to pay homage to this great man. With the unwavering support of the County Planning and Roads staff, the project was swiftly completed, ensuring that the tribute could be realized while Henry, a remarkable 99 years old, is still alive and well.

The idea to do something in honour of Henry Foster was first put forth by Ginny Moor and other members after seeing Henry at the Remembrance Day ceremony last year Their suggestion eventually found resonance with Councillor Steve Howes, who proposed West River Lane as a fitting choice to be transformed into Henry Foster Lane. The entire process, from that point to completion, was impressively concluded within about a month.

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