Susan Catterall MBE, Lt (SCC) Andre Bonjour MBE and Jenn Harrison BEM have all been recognised for their selfless hard work and dedication as committed Sea Cadet volunteers in the Queen’s Birthday Honours.
Susan, 67, is one of our longest serving volunteers and has devoted 40 years to the Sea Cadets. As Lieutenant (SCC) she commanded Orpington Sea Cadets for 17 years, overseeing their transformation into one of the leading groups in the London region. Since stepping she has remained an active supporter of Orpington Sea Cadets as a Unit Management Committee (UMC) member and trustee.
Lt (SCC) Andre Bonjour, Commanding Officer for Jersey Sea Cadets, was also recognised for his service to the charity which spans many years and has included many highlights, including leading his marine cadets to Gibraltar Cup success this year.
Jenn, 45, is a passionate volunteer and local charity champion and has been Chair of Birmingham Vernon Sea Cadets since 2014. A prolific fundraiser, Jenn has raised £60,000 of funding for Birmingham Vernon, secured £30,000 from the Armed Forces Community Covenant for essential refurbishment work at Sandwell and helped Walsall to raise £10,000 to replace their heating system.