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British Empire Medal awarded to Jackie

Jackie Avery has been awarded a British Empire Medal in the New Year Honours List

As secretary of the North Devon and Torridge Division of armed forces charity SSAFA, Jackie has been recognised for her voluntary service to ex-service personnel.

Wife of David (53-57F) and mother to Guy (80-89F), Philip (75-84F) and Richard (75-83F), Jackie is always a welcome presence at OWBA events

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