Joseph Trusiak on Big Picture with Penny Wolfgang

May 2025: In a Memorial Day weekend episode of the Big Picture with Penny Wolfgang, Joseph Trusiak’s Medal of Merit presentation was featured. Thanks to WBBZTV for covering this event!

Penny and her crew interviewed several attendees and included portions of the award ceremony. Interviewees included: 

  • Gary Decker, CEO and Scout Executive
  • Kevin Cross, Board of Directors Board President
  • Joseph Trusiak, Eagle Scout and former member of Troop 468 (Lancaster, NY)
  • Herbert Hales, Russell’s patron and choking victim
  • Russell Salvatore, owner of Russell’s Steaks, Chops, and More
  • Robert Trusiak, Joseph’s father
  • Judy Trusiak, Joseph’s mother  

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