Steve Kniefel, the 12-year La Grange patrol officer who just returned from his U.S. Army service in Afghanistan a month ago, was given a hero's welcome on Sept. 11 in two ceremonies at the American Legion Robert Coulter Post.
Kniefel, who said he saw much combat while flying some 300 hours of missions, was glad to be back, if for no other reason than to just spend quality time again with family, friends and to get back on the job.
He was glad to be released from active duty a few months earlier than expected, especially since his wife, Maggie, has been sick in recent months and needed him by her side.
In the morning, the Legion with District 5 Cmdr. Barry Cicero and Auxiliary President Therese Schey at the helm, made him a guest of honor at their post remembrance of the 8th anniversary of the Sept. 11,2001 terrorist attacks on U.S. soil.
Later that evening, Kniefel enjoyed pizza, salad and beverages with family members and co-workers, and even a few members of the community who didn't know him yet just came out to shake his hand and thank him for his service.
The party was hosted by Police Chief Mike Holub and others.
Now that Kniefel is back in action in La Grange, we invite you to keep an eye on us next week for a first-ever comprehensive face-to-face with him.
Welcome back, Steve!
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