Wayde Gerald Rowsell is a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, service awards and other heraldic decorations for contributions to Canada. He was gainfully employed as a labora...view moreWayde Gerald Rowsell is a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, service awards and other heraldic decorations for contributions to Canada. He was gainfully employed as a laboratory and x-ray technician at the Memorial Hospital for many years. He became involved in municipal politics during 1985 and retired in 2013 having served 28 years on the St.Lawrence Town Council, the last twenty years as Mayor. During his early years on council, he was a founding member of the St.Lawrence Heritage Society 1988. During this time he became very familiar with the history that befell a convoy of ships and the loss of hundreds of sailors. Through the Office of Mayor he has had the honor over the years to befriend survivors, rescuers, family and brethren in his community. Mr. Rowsell has been welcomed at notable events in our Province and the United States.view less