The reception follows a recent ceremony in Ottawa at which Governor General David Johnston presented them with medals of bravery for their roles in rescuing a Northport resident from his burning home on April 27, 2012.
Their efforts is “a story of bravery and honour never to be forgotten,” said Alberton town councillor Kelly Williams. “It just shows the love and compassion they both have for friends and neighbours in their community.”
Many relatives, neighbours and friends attended Friday’s ceremony where the brothers were presented plaques of appreciation on behalf of the mayor, councillors and citizens of Alberton and certificates from their area MLA, Pat Murphy.
“If I ever have any difficulty, I hope they’re not too far away,” MLA Murphy remarked.
Egmont Liberal candidate, Robert Morrissey, suggested it has to be most gratifying for the brothers to be recognized by their neighbours, friends and peers. “You both deserve a lot of credit; you’re a tribute to the community you live in,” Morrissey said.
Calling their actions inspirational, Egmont MP Gail Shea forwarded words of congratulations for the Fraser brothers “selfless acts of bravery.”
Franklyn’s plaque also acknowledged a previous presentation of the Star of Courage, presented to him following his 1984 rescue at sea of three local fishermen. In 1993 he received a Red Cross Life Saving sea rescue award following the rescue of two fishermen whose boat capsized in the entrance to Alberton Harbour.
“Gentlemen, thank you so much for being truly selfless and putting yourself in harm’s way to help save others. It has been a proud moment for us to witness your appreciation on a national level,” Williams said.