Part of Route 365 now the Marine Lance Cpl Blaise Oleski Memorial Highway

Story Created: Nov 11, 2009 at 10:51 AM EDT

Story Updated: Nov 11, 2009 at 1:18 PM EDT

HOLLAND PATENT, N.Y. (WKTV) - The family of a fallen marine - Lance corporal Blaise Oleski, of Holland patent, gathered Wednesday morning to dedicate a section of highway to their hometown hero.

The Oleski family was joined by local dignitaries, representatives from the Rome Marine Corps League, and more than 50 warriors from Camp Lejeune's Lima Company to dedicate the "marine Lance Cpl. Blaise Oleski Memorial Highway" marker near the Holland Patent Middle School.

The memorial plaque, which will stand permanently on State Route 365, was made possible through legislation in the New York State Assembly sponsored by Assemblyman David Townsend.

Oleski was killed in action on April 8, 2009 while supporting combat operations in Now Zad, Afghanistan. The new roadway name will be ceremony and does not require the state to officially re-designate the existing highway.

"Blaise dedicated his life to upholding the best ideals of our country," Townsend said. "on Veterans Day, we honor the service of Marine Lance Cpl. Blaise Oleski and we dedicate a place to his lasting memory."
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