Fresno veteran a finalist for national community service award

A Fresno man is a finalist for a national award given to veterans who show commitment to community service.

The California State Society Daughters of the American Revolution honored John “Top” Schuler as an Outstanding Veteran Volunteer during a conference March 15-19 in San Ramon, California.

The 109th conference recognized Schuler for his community service, especially his devotion to helping homeless veterans.

U.S. Rep. Jim Costa, D-Fresno, wrote a letter of recommendation for Schuler, saying the veteran always has compassion.

The award ceremony will be held in Washington, D.C., at the end of June.

This story was originally published March 29, 2017 at 10:08 PM with the headline "Fresno veteran a finalist for national community service award."