Mr. Bertram Milwood (centre) seems elated with his citation from his family; the presentation is made by daughter Sharon Milwood-Moore and son Capt. Francis Milwood.

Last Monday saw several celebrations for Jamaicans who had received national honours and awards earlier that day at the National Indoor Sports Centre. (Much nicer and cooler venue.) These will continue for a few weeks hence. Here are some highlights.Family and friends of Bertram Milwood fêted him at the Blue Room of Mona Visitor's Lodge.

There were tributes from close friends and family, entertainment from Claude Edwards, a dance from Tivoli Dance Troupe and a surprise skit from his daughter, Pauline

Milwood family members front row, from left: Claude Edwards, Sharon Milwood-Moore; honouree Bertram Milwood; Pauline Milwood, Winsome Strachan and her husband Michael Strachan.

Back row, from left: Shakeer Rhule, Walter Milwood, Kyle Milwood, David Strachan, grandson), Ta'amra Irving and Darrel Strachan.- Contributed

From Left: Lorraine Drysdale, Merlene Morris, Ann Logan and Eva Reid relax and catch up on the latest news at the party to celebrate Dr. Errol Daley's award. - Rudolph Brown/Chief Photographer

It must feel comforting to have two nephews who are handsome hunks and one a doctor to boot! The Gleaner's Karin Cooper celebrated their family's hero, her brother Dr. Errol Daley's national award last Monday. Hugging Auntie Karin are nephews Dr. Daryl Daley (left) and soon-to-be doctor Kevin Daley. By the way, happy belated birthday wishes to the elder Dr. Daley. - Rudolph Brown/Chief Photographer

From left: Dr. Errol Daley, Normadel Rose and Mrs. Pam Daley.- Barbara Ellington/Lifestyle Editor

Neville Graham (left) and Milton Hardie drink to the continued health and success of their friend Dr. Errol Daley at his after-Heroes Day awards ceremony last Monday at the home of Dr. Humphrey Lyn in upper St. Andrew.- Rudolph Brown/Chief Photographer