VLG Valley Natl Gases

Valley National Gases Announces the Resignation of Chief Financial Officer WASHINGTON, Pa., June 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Valley National Gases Incorporated (AMEX:VLG) today announced the resignation of Robert D. Scherich, Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Scherich is leaving Valley to take a CFO position with a privately held manufacturing company in the greater Pittsburgh, Pa. area, which is not affiliated with our industry. "During his eight years of service, Bob has made many valuable contributions to the growth and development of Valley," commented Bill Indelicato, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "We are sorry to see Bob leave and we certainly wish him the best in his new position." A search effort is currently underway, led by Valley's president, James P. Hart, to obtain a suitable replacement for Mr. Scherich. It is expected that Mr. Scherich's replacement will come from outside the company. Bill Indelicato also commented, "With Jim Hart's strong financial background and CFO experience, we anticipate a relatively smooth transition to a new Chief Financial Officer." Valley National Gases, with headquarters in Washington, Pennsylvania, is a leading packager and distributor of industrial, medical and specialty gases, welding equipment and supplies, propane and fire protection equipment. Valley National Gases operates sixty-five locations in eleven states. DATASOURCE: Valley National Gases Incorporated CONTACT: William A. Indelicato of Valley National Gases, +1-203-853-4443 Web site: http://www.vngas.com/

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