On February 26, Councilman Michael Loguercio joined family and friends of Dolphus Knowles to celebrate his 100th birthday at Bellhaven Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing Care in Brookhaven. Councilman Loguercio had the honor to present a proclamation to Mr. Knowles, who turned 100 years old and is currently the oldest living member of VFW Post 8300 in East Patchogue. Dolphus served in a United States Army Smoke Screen Unit during WWII. After the war, he spent 32 years with the United States Postal Service. The Councilman was a guest at the small birthday celebration held in Mr. Knowles honor. Mrs. Knowles is pictured standing to Mr. Knowles' right. The birthday party also included members of his VFW Post 8300.
In recognizing Mr. Knowles’ birthday, Councilman Loguercio said, "Thank you for your service to our country and for your many years in the postal service. Today we celebrate you and declare this day as Dolphus Knowles Day in the Town of Brookhaven."