A Salute to the Troops - Veterans Day 2015

A SALUTE TO THE TROOPS

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Veterans Day 2015

A two-section supplement to The News Sun, The Star and The Herald Republican November 11, 2015.

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VETERANS DAY TRIBUTE TO THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED AND ARE SERVING

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I wish to express my gratitude to our readers and clients in Noble, LaGrange, Steuben and DeKalb counties for your assistance in making our first Veteran’s Day Guide a huge success. The number of submissions was incredible. We received over 200 photos! I am confident that your contributions will be put to good use.

I want to thank our KPC Marketing staff and all of the departments involved in putting this guide together. It was a true collaborative effort by everyone.

A personal note of thanks to all of our country’s brave service members. I grew up in the military (my father served for more than 20 years) so I know firsthand the toll it takes on the families. Thank you all for your dedication and sacrifices.

Michael Swann Advertising Director, KPC MEDIA, INC.

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It’s great living in Kendallville and the surrounding area, especially for our military veterans.

I’ve lived in several communities during my life, but none came close to Kendallville. At a time when about one half of one percent of our population has a son or daughter serving in our armed forces, Kendallville is Jim Cook outstanding in support of our veterans and active duty citizens.

I struggle to express my immense gratitude for all the folks who sent in photos and donated $5.00 to

help Francis Vinyard Post 2749 VFW. Our veterans served with selfless honor and the majority continues to serve in our community in various ways.

We appreciate your support that allows our VFW Post to continue providing support for veterans in our community.

It’s great living in a community that reflects the goals and ideals our country was founded upon.

Please accept my sincere heartfelt thanks to all who sent in their photos and $5.00 donations to help Kendallville American Legion Post 86.

Your help and response to this cause is over and above the call to help.

As our veterans serve our great country, the veterans of the American Sam Legion are also serving many vets who Campbell are suffering from wars they served in. As our veterans return home or to VA hospitals recovering from wounds, internal and external, from wars and regional conflicts, we at the American

Legion are there to help.

To all our veterans (whether you belong to Post 86 or not) our Service Officer can assist you in getting your benefits you might not know that you’re entitled to. Also, if a loved one has medals, awards or other citations the Service Officer can help you with that as well.

Call the Post at 260-347-9978 for more information or stop in and we will try to help.

“God Bless America!”

Jim Cook Post 2749 Commander

Thanks again for your support!

Sam Campbell Commander, Post 86

Thank you for your service & sacrifice Kendallville Post 86 322 S. Main St., Kendallville

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WITH HONOR AND RESPECT

TO OUR VETERANS

They are our family, friends and neighbors; everyday citizens, yet so much more. They are brave men and women who have put their lives at risk to protect and serve our country in war. Time and again, our country’s veterans have been on the front lines in defense of our freedom.

On Veterans Day, we take this opportunity to say thank you to the brave souls who have served in battle for our Armed Forces.

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Aelred Pfefferkorn Staff Sargeant, Company C 114th Infantry, U.S. Army

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Al Sherer WWII, Corporal, Air Force

Allen Hullinger World War II - U.S. Army

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Arlo Bowman Staff Sgt. Army Air Corp 41 to 46

My dad is my hero for gallantry in action January 15, 1945 in the vicinity of Gros Raderching, France during World War II and is a purple heart recipient.

Thank you for your service, honor and commitment. - Smith Farms Manor

Allen Myers Specialist 4th Class, U.S. Army Military Police Corps

Derric Caskey US Air Force

Logan Caskey US Air Force

Richard Caskey US Air Force1957-1961

Currently stationed in Korea Keep up the good work!

Love, Your Family

Currently stationed in Wyoming Your service is appreciated.

Love, Your Family

Thank you so much for your service. Love, Your Family

Kenneth D. Wade

Kenneth D. Wade Jr.

Louie Wade / Robert Wade

Dad, Thank you for your service to our country.

With love, from your family

Don Baker Colonel U.S. Army In honor of my great uncle. Thank you! - The Wade Family

Petty Officer 2nd Class U.S. Navy, Retired Sergeant 1st Class U.S. Army National Guard In honor of my uncle. Thank you!

We love you! - The Wade Family

From all your friends at Auburn Legion.

Corporal U.S. Army National Guard In honor of my cousin. Thank you!

We love you! - The Wade Family

Corporal / Petty Officer 2nd Class In memory of my grandfather and great uncle.

Thank you! - The Wade Family

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Thomas E. Emerick, Jr. Thomas E. Emerick, Sr. Petty Officer 2nd Class E5, Sgt. E-5, U.S. Army Paratrooper U.S. Navy, Nov. 2002-Nov. 2007 May 1968-April 1971

Ernest R. Emerick PFC U.S. Army Feb. 1943-Oct. 1944

Neal A. Emerick T-5, U.S. Army Dec. 1943-Feb. 1946

So proud of you! With love, your dad & Rita

With love, from your wife, Rita

In loving memory of our father, from the Emerick family

In loving memory, from you nephew, Tom, Sr.

Bob Beaty WWII, Sergeant, Army

Arthur W. DePew Staff Sgt., Army Air Corps.

Steve Fisher Petty Officer, 3rd Class Navy

Bob Winebrenner

A true man of God. We love and miss you babe.

Thank you for your service, honor, and commitment. - Smith Farms Manor

Thank you for your service, honor, and commitment. - Smith Farms Manor

Phil Burlew Army We love you and are proud of you.

Judy, kids, grandkids and great-grandbaby

Proudly served as waist gunner on B-17 in WWII flying 50 missions.

Thanks for your service.

Love, Your Family

Ray Ross To a wonderful and caring man!

Love, Chris, Jenny, Mark, Sam, Livi, Sylvi, Katy, Harry and Dayman.

Carl J. Hansen Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps.

You make us proud!

Love, Your Family

WWII, Army

Specialist Branden Kondas 2-19th ADT 11 Bravo Infantry, Army National Guard, Awarded the Combat Infantry Badge We love you! - Dad, mom, Daniel, Shandra, Cassie and boys

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WE PROUDLY SALUTE OUR VETERANS!

ANGOLA AMERICAN LEGION FOR GOD AND COUNTRY WE ASSOCIATE TOGETHER FOR COMMUNITY, STATE AND NATION. WE ARE VETERANS STILL SERVING AMERICA.

“American Legion wants you.�

We cordially invite you to stop by the Angola American Legion today and discover all of the beneďŹ ts of becoming a member! We are always seeking new members to promote community involvement and participation!

“Proud To Serve Those Who Served�

LEGION POST PROGRAMS: • Americanism & Government • American Legion Baseball • Boys State/Boys Nation • Girls State/Girls Nation • High School Oratorical • Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts • Flag Education • Junior Shooting Sports

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PROGRAMS, EVENTS, BINGO AND FISH FRYS ALL OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

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1760 W. MAUMEE ST., ANGOLA • 665-3363

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Colonel Clifton Trout U.S. Army

Major Troy Campbell USAF-Retired, Air Force

Presently serving in Kabul, Afghanistan.

Thanks for your service to our country. Hope you are well and safe. Love, Jerry & Sande

Thanks for your 21 years of service to our country.

Love you, Dad & Sande

Royal Schafer Army Sgt.

Chase B. Likes Corporal, U.S. Marines

Chris Emerick Corporal, U.S. Marines

Cliff Thompson SP/4, Vietnam 1971-72

Hamilton American Legion, Post 467, remembers our fallen soldiers.

You make us proud!

Love, Your Family

You make us proud!

Love, Your Family

So proud of you for serving our country.

Love, your family

Paul Carper U.S. Army

Cotton Bowmar

Craig Allen Spencer U.S.M.C.

Jim Tuvell/Jack Allshouse/ Larry Flowers

Vietnam War Veteran Purple Heart Recipient

Thank you for your service, honor and commitment. - Smith Farms Manor

WWII, T4, Army

Randy Scott VanDyne U.S.A.F

Ralph Carnahan WWII, Army Thank you for your service, honor and commitment. - Smith Farms Manor

In 1956 these Ligonier boys were in basic training. The American Legion loves these guys.

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We proudly salute America’s veterans and active-duty military for their drive and dedication, contributions, and courage.

Dale Aden Jones U.S.A.F.

Dave Nickols Army S/Sgt.

In loving memory of our father whom we miss very much. Grandfather to Dylan Michael Carroll, U.S. Army.

Hamilton American Legion, Post 467, remembers our fallen soldiers.

Action Realty 5471 S.R. 101 • St. Joe, IN (260) 337-0337 • (260) 909-0337

Dave Hanes Army Sp5 Hamilton American Legion, Post 467, remembers our fallen soldiers.

Our True, American Heroes

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Sergeant, 17th Infantry Regiment, Heavy Weapons, Co. D, 10th Division in Korea Basic training: 16 weeks Fort Riley, Kansas

Darrell Lee Huth E4, 5 Years Stationed on JFK, U.S. Navy Kristen (Duncan) Huth E3 JFK 2000-2004, U.S. Navy We are proud of you both.

Love, Mom and Dad Huth

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HONORING ALL WHO SERVED

Oscar L. Nemeth Navy, Flight Engineer, Gunner

Orville Johnson Army, Berlin Crisis

Hamilton American Legion, Post 467, remembers our fallen soldiers.

Thank you for your service, honor, and commitment. - Smith Farms Manor

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U.S. 6 West, Ligonier

260-894-3127

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David P. Troutner

David L. Depew

U.S. Air Force, Senior Airman

Served in Desert Storm in 1989. He is the grandson to George Alex Baker.

We are so proud of you!

Thank you for your service!

Love, Mom, Dad, Devon, Layla, Kayleah

Local Veterans: Jerry Ray (left) & John Mangona (right)

John’s Realty H. Dean Hullinger U.S. Army - Vietnam Spec. 4

Dave Pomeroy WWII, Sergeant, Army Thank you for your service, honor, and commitment. - Smith Farms Manor

312 South Cavin Street • Downtown Ligonier, IN John Mangona, Broker Associates Jerry Ray, Randy Kirkpatrick & Kim Horn

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Stephen Clint Gage Sergeant, U.S. Army 82nd Airborne

Steven M. Steinbacher Lieutenant Corporal

LCPL-E3 Robert Micheal Cheek June 21, 1948-Oct. 17, 1968 Marine Corps

Lance Corporal Trenton Cheek Marine Corps

Served Tours in Iraq and Afghanistan with 82nd Airborne. Now serving in Alaska.

We are proud of you! Love, your family

In loving memory of L/CPL, Steven M. Steinbacher, who was KIA on 28 January 1969 at Quang Tri, South Vietnam

Terry L. Grube KIA Vietnam Oct. 27, 1966 - We miss and remember you everyday.

Love, Brothers Tim, Danny, and Paul Grube and families.

T.J. Thompson Private First Class, Marines

WWII, Air Force

Wayne E. Kimmel Private, U.S. Army

We are extremely proud of your choice to be in the marines. You are our hero!

Love, Dad, Mom and Arlene

Thank you for your service, honor and commitment. - Smith Farms Manor

Love and miss you.

Your Family

Diamond Hicks Corporal, Army

Don Peel Army PFC

Dean Parson

Dick Waters

PFC U.S. Army

You are our hero in heaven. We love and miss you. Forever in our hearts.

Your wife and family

Hamilton American Legion, Post 467, remembers our fallen soldiers.

Quang Tri, South Vietnam Helicopter Crew Chief

Tilson King

Served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War.

Stationed in Japan Love, Grandma and Grandpa Cheek

Army PFC Hamilton American Legion, Post 467, remembers our fallen soldiers.

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Kenneth stirred thoughts of grandfather For many years, I’ve had an interest in the military, especially World War I and II. World War I began over a century ago and the last veteran from that conflict died in 2012.

The Second World War is a little closer to home because my grandfather, Woodrow Stark, was one of many Americans who participated.

JEFF JONES I had heard second- and third-hand stories of the places he served and with it, the many horrors he witnessed.

From his service record, I know my grandfather earned three Battle Stars. He served in the Rhineland, the Ardennes and Central Europe.

Unfortunately, when he died, I was just 19 — too young at that point to really know what he experienced and too young to feel comfortable talking to him.

Like many WWII veterans, my grandfather buried those horrors deep inside.

In October 2011, I had the privilege of serving as a guardian on Honor Flight, a volunteer organization that takes WWII veterans on a free, one-day trip to Washington D.C. to see their memorial.

I was paired with Kenneth, a Fort Wayne resident. When we met at the Air National Guard base, he said he was 95.

Despite the fact he walked with a cane, I quickly discovered 95 doesn’t necessarily mean old.

As we sat over breakfast, Kenneth explained all the decorations on his white baseball cap, which included five Battle Stars.

Embroidered on each side were the regions in which he served — the Rhineland, Northern France, Normandy, Central Europe and Ardennes Alsace.

Kenneth, a member of a tank unit, saw

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JEFF JONES

The changing of the guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery is a moving experience.

Thank you for your service

action in five countries — Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands and Luxembourg.

As we talked, he asked me the difference between the blue shirts and the tan shirts around the room.

All guardians wore light blue shirts. All veterans wore tan shirts. I explained to him the people in the tan shirts were the important ones; the ones in the blue shirts were there to serve them.

In essence, that’s what Honor Flight guardians do; serve and care for their veterans.

Walking to the plane for departure, we walked between parallel rows of American flags, held by base personnel, who applauded the veterans as they passed.

Taxiing into Baltimore Washington International (BWI) Airport, we were greeted by airport fire trucks, which offered a water cannon salute.

In the terminal, as we walked to our waiting buses, the veterans were greeted by Honor Flight volunteers in Maryland. Military personnel offered salutes while women warmly shook each veteran’s hand and said, “Thank you for your service.”

Some veterans were confined to wheelchairs, while others walked without assistance. Despite using a cane, Kenneth refused several offers for a wheelchair. “I need the exercise,” he explained.

Each veteran was issued an instant camera, and one of the guardian’s responsibilities is to make sure the veteran had plenty of photographs of the day. If a veteran wanted to take a photo of a certain location, we were instructed to make certain to snap photos of the veteran in that location.

We spent about 90 minutes at the World War II memorial, an impressive and fitting tribute to the men and women who served our country.

Two pavilions — one each for the Atlantic and Pacific theaters — feature See GRANDFATHER page 20

Farmers & Merchants Bank Ben C. Helmkamp, Vice President 2003 E. Dowling St., Kendallville (next to Hagerman Appliances)

260-349-9003 bhelmkamp@fmfbank.com • www.fmfbank.com

Thank you for your service!

Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®

Don Gura, Agent 633 N. Main St., Kendallville 260-347-FARM (3276) • dongura.net

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A Proud Supporter of Veterans A Proud Employer of Veterans Thank you for your service!

Veteran Employees: Bud Botset Cary Davis Scott Fortress Devon Hizer Gary Holtz John Houlihan Derrick Martin Kenny Rangel Ed Rogusta Jesse Roscoe Doug Weisgerber Luke Womack Russell Womack Jr.

Elwood Dehority

Sergeant, U.S. Army Merchant Marines in WWII, U.S. Coast Guard and I was also in the U.S. Army in Korea for 2 years. I have three honorable discharges.

Elwood Dehority

Erik Van Asperen U.S. Army

810 S. Broadway • Butler, IN

868-2320

ANGOLA VFW POST #7205

Dylan M. Carroll U.S. Army

Nick Bennett Air Force Love ya Nick!

The Mongo Gang

Veterans of Foreign Wars Cordially invites you to stop in and see what we do!

Always accepting new members.

Open to veterans and their families.

• Canteen Open Everyday • Chicken Dinner every Wednesday • Specials served on Friday

Walgreens will be here from 8-10 AM on Veteran’s Day. FREE Flu Shots to all Veterans!

Active in the community & support of many local organizations.

Our Auxiliary is currently hosting fund raisers to help Homeless Veteran’s in Steuben County.

Join the Movement. Join the VFW. Stand strong with the 1.3 million members of the nations largest organization of combat veterans.

SR 127 • Angola, IN • (260) 665-5600

Eldon Hullinger U.S. Air Force - Korean War

Earl Landis U.S. Navy He was a WWII Navy veteran who served in the Pacific.

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Thank You For Our Freedom!

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Veterans’ Day Between Witmer & Westler Lakes 1510 E 700 S, Wolcottville, IN 46795 • 260-854-2425 Mon. Fri. Sat. 11 a.m.-9p.m.

Tues. Wed. Thurs. 3 p.m.-9 p.m. • Sunday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. with breakfast served till noon.

Franklin Fee Marines Cpl. Hamilton American Legion, Post 467, remembers our fallen soldiers.

Eugene L. Kessler E5 - U.S. Army Aug. 1966 - Aug. 1969 With love, from your wife, Sally

260-925-2782

1712 S. Wayne St., Auburn www.bestoneofauburn.com

Join Families for Freedom

Supporting the Troops of Noble and Lagrange Counties Your family or organization can “ADOPT A SOLDIER” for the holidays

Mitchell Cary Air Force Captain Hamilton American Legion, Post 467, remembers our fallen soldiers.

Lt. Col. Michael Sharp U.S. Army Thank you for serving our country so faithfully, dad. I love you. Love, Stacey

There is no place like home for the holidays, but many of our local troops cannot be with family during this special time. Families for Freedom, sends a gift to almost 100 active troops throughout the year. If you would like to help, a donation of $50.00 adopts a soldier for the holidays, and $100 adopts them for a year.

Donations can be sent to: Families for Freedom c/o Sara Fisher 1421 N. Lima Rd., Kendallville, IN 46755 or call for more info: Sara - 347-4075 • Leann - 318-1638

“Thanks to All our Vets for their Service”

Morris Garber

Morris Garber

The son of Morris, Sr. Served in the U.S. Army.

(Pictured with his son) Morris served in the Army.

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In Memory of Those Who Served

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Fred Ireland At age 84, he is very active as Sgt-in-Arms for Chapter #1 Korean War Vets Assoc.

Love, Susan, Randy & Jean

Fred Ireland Korea ‘51-’53, Corporal, Army Very proud to fight for his country.

Love, Susan, Randy & Jean

Thank You!

Veterans and those who serve to protect our freedom!

Handshoe’s FLEA MARKET AND SALVAGE Furniture, Carpet, Windows & Doors

Franklin D. Hullinger U.S. Army - Cpl.1st Class

Frederick Lynn Jacoby U.S. Army

Richard “Ski” Yanuszeski US Navy Machinist 3rd Class

Gary T. Fraley Marines, PFC

We’re proud of you!

Gini, Rick, Stan & Jody

Hamilton American Legion, Post 467, remembers our fallen soldiers.

0835 W. Northport, Rome City (4 miles west of Sylvan Springs)

260-854-4324 Open 8 AM - 6 PM • Monday - Saturday

HELPING FAMILIES MAKE GOOD DECISIONS SINCE 1938

260-347-1158

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We Salute Our Veterans

Your Community Counseling Center • Individual Counseling • Family Counseling • Group Counseling • Geriatic Services • Consultation & Education • Inpatient Mental Health Services • Drug & Alcohol Counseling • Child & Adolescent Counseling Steuben Clinic Angola 260-665-9494

Maximo DelaCruz Jr. Thank you for your service.

Love, Megan and family, Mom, Dad, Erin and family

Mel Brown U.S. Navy Aviation Metalsmith, First Class Pacific Theater 1941-1944

Noble Clinic LaGrange Clinic DeKalb Clinic Auburn Kendallville LaGrange 260-347-4400 260-463-7144 260-925-2453

Providing Northeastern Indiana with urgent mental health care 24 hours a day.

Mental health care solutions for you

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Grover Duncan Webb

Thank You!

Served in WW1. He died from mustard gas poisoning. He is George Baker’s father-in-law.

Geddy Onstott Corporal, U.S.M.C. Honor to the soldier and sailor everywhere, who bravely bears his country’s cause.

Love, Mom

349-1235

840 W. North St., Kendallville Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Sun. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

George and Lee Baker

George Alex Baker

Lee died in France and is buried in Lorraine, France, American Cemetery. Freedom is not free.

Was shot in the leg and received his Purple Heart. George is the father of Greg Baker, West Noble’s Principal.

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JOHN SATTERTHWAITE Providing Insurance and Financial Services

Thank you to all veterans for your service and sacrifice Gerald Kleeman

George Haskins

Army, WWII

WWII

Thank you for your service, honor, and commitment. - Smith Farms Manor

Thank you for your service, honor and commitment. - Smith Farms Manor

852 N. Lima Rd., Kendallville, IN Mon. - Fri. 9 AM - 5 PM

260-347-1860 john@noblecountyinsurance.com

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Gary E. Smith Lieutenant Colonel U.S. Army Infantry Congrats on retirement after 33 yrs! From PFC to LTC. Steady-on ALL THE WAY! Love, Mom, Pat, sons.

Lloyd Bailey

Army Sergeant, Co I 359th Inf., 177th Battalion Heavy truck driver, mechanic, Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Northern Europe, Africa, Iceland. He was given 5 medals.

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TIRES | AUTO REPAIR | WHEELS Matthew Dempsey Sergeant, Marine Son of Mark and Sherrie Dempsey, is a Marine stationed in Okinawa. He graduated from basic training in San Diego.

Martin Anderson was a Mule Skinner in Burma in 1942, hauling supplies over the Himalayan Mountains until they started using airplanes. He was an MP for the rest of WW2.

(260) 894-4707

808 NORTH CAVIN ST., LIGONIER

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Howard Froelich Sergeant, U.S. Army Hugh N. Taylor We thank you for your service in the Navy and your four tours in Vietnam.

Your loving family and friends

After arriving in Europe, I was assigned to General George S. Patton’s 3rd Army. I was in the 10th armored infantry. We rode tanks and half trucks. I will never forget the towns we passed through and the countries we were in, but then everyone has their own memories.

Howard J. Froelich

JEFF JONES

Four eagles hold a memorial wreath in their beaks in each pavilion at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C.

GRANDFATHER From page 13

four bronze eagles holding a bronze laurel wreath. Major battles are remembered on granite blocks surrounding fountains at each pavilion.

Throughout, quotations from Presidents Franklin Roosevelt and Harry Truman, Gen. Douglas MacArthur, Gen. George Marshall and Adm. Chester Nimitz cite the sacrifices made by Americans during in war.

The most solemn part of the memorial was the star wall. “Here we mark the price of freedom,” the chiseled inscription reads.

More than 4,000 gold stars adorn the wall — one star for every 100 Americans killed in combat.

Later, we visited Arlington National Cemetery and witnessed the changing of the guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Every movement is 21 — steps and seconds at each pause and turn — as a tribute to our fallen soldiers. The guards are

so precise in their movements, marching perfectly in step and clicking their heels in unison. It’s an impressive display.

As our flight returned to Fort Wayne, Kenneth thanked me for being his guardian and said he really enjoyed the day.

WWII veterans are dying at a rate of 1,000 per day. Like their WWI brethren, soon, they will all be gone and we will only be left with history books and documentaries about who they were and what they did.

If my grandfather were alive in 2011, he would have been 98.

Before we went our separate ways, I thanked Kenneth for his service. I was never able to say it to my grandfather.

Maybe, by meeting and talking with Kenneth, I became a little closer to my grandfather.

Jeff Jones is the editor of The Butler Bulletin. Questions and comments about this column may be sent by mail to: The Butler Bulletin, P.O. Box 39, Butler, IN 46721, by phone at 868-5501 or 925-2611, ext. 2547 or by email at jjones@kpcmedia.com.

Robert Replogle Served in the U.S. Army Air Corps as an X-Ray tech from 1942 ‘til 1945.

Richard S. Keck, Sr. Air Force We love you, Dad! M your kids

Robert E. Strunk Sr. World War II Army Dad, we love you.

Bob, Val & Alex

Richard Ray King S.S.G.T., U.S.A.F.

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James Paul Meyerhoff U.S. Navy

Honoring our son’s memory.

Jack was killed in the line of duty 7/8/97.

Love, Mom and Dad

Jay E. Randol U.S. Navy Machinist 3rd Class Love, Rick, Stan and Jody

Lary C. Steinbacher CSM “For your service” both then and now, active and reserve. Your family honors you with gratitude, pride, respect and love.

Major Kenneth E. Forker Keep soaring with the eagles.

You are in our hearts every day.

Thinking of you always with love, Alan and Tina Shultz

Larry Wolf Served in the Army after high school.

He played many sports in school.

James W. Pierson Jr. Corporal, U.S.M.C. Jim, you are the “BEST of the BEST” Marine and you are the “BEST of the BEST” Husband.

Love your forever. Your wife, Dinah

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James A. Havert U.S. Air Force

Kenneth Sapp Air Force Sgt.

Kenneth I. Warner

Hamilton American Legion, Post 467, remembers our fallen soldiers.

We loved you then and we love you still.

We always have and always will.

Missing you - Your Family

Lewis Ed “Duke” Mullins Army

Leonard A. Shoudel

He honorably served his country in the Korean War. Love, Karen Smith & Sharon Tuffley

W/J C2 Navy

Corporal, U.S. Army

Little did we know that day, God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.

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SALUTE TO VETERANS

Jeffrey Settimi Navy MS3

Jerome (Jerry) Hampel 4th Army Airborne Ranger Co.

Hamilton American Legion, Post 467, remembers our fallen soldiers.

Jerry was an honored member and received a purple heart.

Jerry Walter (Jake) SP4, U.S. Army

Jerry L. Evans PFC, Army

John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.

We miss you dad.

Love, Brian & Jodie

In honor of your service and sacrifice,

we thank you.

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Captain, United States Marine Corp. Active Duty Jesse — “Thanks for your dedication and service, we are very proud of you!”

Love, Kris, Fred, Bob, Ben and Landon

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VETERANS, we salute you.

THANK YOU for your service.

Joesph Gerig

John “Bud” Hopper

Air Force

YN 3rd Class, U.S. Navy (1950-1954)

Thank you for your service, honor, and commitment. - Smith Farms Manor

His ship was in the first convoy to take workers and equipment to build Thule Air Force Base in Greenland. Love, Nancy

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Robert F. Burnside U.S. Air Force

John Hefty

Remembering your smile today, Grandpa. Thank you for your service.

Love, Stacey

Hamilton American Legion, Post 467, remembers our fallen soldiers.

Army Sgt.

Your Sacrifice is Not Forgotten

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PV2 Tyler Foster U.S. Army

October 2012 - Current We are very proud of you!

Love, Mom and Dad

June 2015 - Current We are very proud of you!

Love, Mom and Dad

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We Salute Our Veterans.

Veteran’s Day Luncheon - Ham, Beans & Cornbread served by our Auxiliary at Noon on Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11 Veteran’s Dinner - Saturday, Nov. 14 at 6:00 PM

Orland American Legion Post 423 6215 N. St. Rd. 327, Orland, IN 46776 260-829-6544

One of 3 Legion Posts Serving Steuben County

Thanking all Service Members PROUD TO SUPPORT OUR TROOPS Past and Present!

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Jerry Goodrich

Reverend John Lutton

John Goffery

Jim Wallace

Was in the U.S. Army from 19641967, with a tour in Vietnam. Post 243 is proud of him.

served in the U.S. Navy.

He was Post 243’s Chaplin for many years.

was killed in Vietnam in 1966.

Post 243 is keeping his memory alive. Freedom is not free.

served in the U.S. Navy. Post 243 is keeping his memory alive.

James Jay Rose

James M. Wyatt

Was a Spec 4 in the Army from 1969-1971. He is married to Floyd Maxon’s daughter.

Served in the U.S. Army in 1975. We lost him too early to cancer. His wife is a Post 243 volunteer.

James G. Anderson Son

James V. Anderson Father, PFC

Served in Vietnam Retired USAF MSGT

Father served in WW2, American Legion Post 243 Members

Sgt. Jack LeCount

Jack Lepird

James R. Wyatt

Imogene and Bill

served in the U.S. Army from 1948-1952 in Japan and Korea.

He is a Past Commander of Post 243.

served in United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He is a long-time member of Post 243.

Is James’ son. He served with the Army in Iraq. He is an active member of Post 243.

Imogene and Bill joined the Air Force together in the 1950’s. They now live in Texas and Post 243 is proud of them.

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John Mangona

John Shoudel

Jonathan Magnus

Joseph Edward Scott

Served in the Marine Corps. He runs a successful real estate business. He is a member of Post 243.

Served in the Marine Corps in the 1950’s. A very active member of Post 243.

is David Magnus’s son. He served both active and reserve in the USAF. A busy member of Post 243.

was in the trenches of WWI in France. He is cousin of Mary Gaerte, a Post 243 supporter.

Joseph Stump

Kenneth Neuhouser

Kenneth N. Franks

Henry “Edwin” White

Served in the Army during WW2.

Post 243 celebrates his sacrifice.

Served with honors in Vietnam and Laos. On March 8, 1971, he was awarded the Air Medal for heroism.

Served in the Army during WW2. He was Scoutmaster for many years. Kenny and his father, Karl, were very active members of Post 243.

Served on a ship in WW2.

Gary Garber

Gene Steele U.S. Army

Freddy Garza Marines

Served in the U.S. Army and is a currrent member of Post 243.

(pictured with his wife Paula) He served in the Marines and is a past commander of Post 243.

Served 20 years in he U.S.A.F. Post 243 is proud to know Gary.

Jack W. Gaerte Was in the infantry in the Pacific during WW2. He received two Purple Hearts and the Bronze Star. Post 243 is very proud to have known Jack.

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Legion dedicates memorial Butler American Legion Post 202 dedicated its veterans monument in June 2014 at the post, 118 N. Broadway.

Hickory Creek to celebrate Veterans Day Hickory Creek of Kendallville residents will celebrate Veterans Day on Nov. 11 with a special meal of spare ribs selected by their U.S. Navy veteran John Treesh, 59, formerly of Garrett. Treesh served for two years at the Great Lakes U.S. Naval Station in Chicago. Shown with Treesh is Candace Jordan, Hickory Creek’s activities director.

FREMONT AMERICAN LEGION POST 257 "In Memory of those we've lost" Veterans still serving our city, state and nation

VETERAN? OR RELATIVE OF A VETERAN? PLEASE COME & ENJOY OUR LEGION AND INQUIRE ABOUT A MEMBERSHIP. WE’D LOVE TO HAVE YOU! Tuesday Nights – Pizza 50¢ Slice (starts in Sept.) • Wednesday Nights – Treasure Hunt Drawing Thursday Nights – Corn Hole Tournaments • Friday Nights – Fish Fry (Fish, Shrimp, Frog Legs) Monthly – Legion Riders Ribeye Steak Dinner Cookout - includes salad, potato, dessert - $12 The Auxiliary, Legion and Fremont Chamber of Commerce will sponsor Santa’s Visit to the Legion on Saturday, December 5, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

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For Every Moment of Peace For Every Day of Grace & Greatness For Every Liberty We Enjoy

We Owe a Person in the Service of Our Country

OUR HEARTFELT THANKS

VETERAN’S DAY

Kenny Green

Lee Lehman

Served in the Navy during WW2.

Post 243 is proud of Kenny.

Was in Vietnam and a Post 243 Trustee for a very long time.

Larry Martin

Forrest Rosenogle

Served in Vietnam with the U.S. Army.

He was wounded twice and has 2 Purple Hearts. He is a past Post 243 Commander.

Served in the U.S. Navy. A great veteran of whom Post 243 is proud.

TAKE

TIME TO HONOR THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO HAVE SELFLESSLY SERVED OUR COUNTRY.

THANK

YOU.

Floyd Oren Maxon, Jr.

Dr. Floyd Warren

Was in WW2. He was a Private whose family members are strong supporters of Post 243.

Served in the U.S. Army and Reserve, retiring as Lt. Col. He was a veterinarian and a local historian. He has been a member of Post 243 for over 50 years.

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TO THOSE WHO COURAGEOUSLY GAVE THEIR LIVES...

AND THOSE WHO BRAVELY SERVED OR ARE SERVING TODAY...

THANK YOU

Grover Patrick

Leone Green

served in the U.S. Navy during WW2. He was the Mayor of Ligonier and Post 243 is very proud of him.

(Kenny’s wife) Served with the WACs in WW2. Post 243 is proud of Leone.

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Glade Rupert

Glen Magnus

Served in the U.S. Army as a dentist in WW1. He was in four major battles. He was the first Commander of American Legion Post 243. He died at age 50.

is also David Magnus’s son.

He served in Iraq and Afghanistan.

He is also a Post 243 member.

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Les Rosenogle

EL Rey Magnus

Served in the U.S. Army Reserves after high school. Post 243 is proud of him.

He was a glider pilot, paratrooper, and pathfinder during WW2. When the war ended, he was assigned to MacArthur’s military government in Tokyo.

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Thank You veterans for your service and your sacrifices Maurice and Herb LeCount

Max Neuhouser

served in the U.S. Navy.

This picture was taken in 1927 or 1928.

Served with the Army in Korea. He was a very active member of Post 243 and we miss him very much.

American Legion Post 202 118 N. Broadway • Butler, IN

(260) 868-2260

Eldon “Hank” Lippert

Edward J. Magers

Served in the Navy in WW2 on the L.S.T. 668 in the Pacific.

Served in the Signal Corps in WWI. He is Tommy and Charles Magers’ father. A great Post 243 family.

Saluting Our

VETERANS

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Dick Baker

Served in Saigon, Vietnam, in 1967.

Served in the Korean War and Helped Honor Guard at Post 243 as long as he could. We miss him.

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Troops,

We stand behind you!

SSgt. Melvin Cory WW2 Army Air Corp.

Post 243 is proud of Mel.

Michael K. Hooley He served in the U.S. Navy. Post 243 and his family miss him.

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Proudly Saluting and Thanking all of our Veterans!

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Michael C. Rigsby

Was a Combat Engineer from 2009-2012.

He served in Afghanistan as roadside clearance and was wounded four times. He is a great-grandson of Mary Gaerte. Mary and Post 243 are very proud of him.

Dennis Graff U.S. Army Served in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1983 retiring with the rank of MSGT. Post 243 retains his memory in our archives.

Merrit Gangwer US Army Wounded on D-day landing at Normandy. He just returned from Honor Flight. He is Post 243’s oldest member.

Don Meyers served in the Marine Corps.

Post 243 is proud of his service.

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Nathen Denton Served in the U.S. Navy during Desert Storm. He is one of Post 243’s younger members.

Our freedom is secure because of the faithful service of our American Veterans!

We honor you and thank you!

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At Your Service Donald F. Rasbaugh

Dr. Gregory Baker

Served in the U.S. Navy during WW2. He was able to go on the honor flight before his passing. Post 243 misses him.

Served in the Marines. He is the Principal of West Noble High School.

A Post 243 favorite.

Thad Frederick

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Tom Frederick

Thomas Frederick, II

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Don Underwood

Danny Mitchell

Served in the Army. Post 243 is proud of his service.

was with the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War. He is a current member of Post 243``

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Dr. Michelle Frye

Dr. Douglas Morrow

Norm Biddle

Omer Blackshire

was in the U.S. Army during WW2.

He was a Past Commander and one of the most active members of Post 243.

A Navy Veteran of whom Post 243 is proud.

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AMERICAN PROUD

David Magnus

Owen Snyder

served in the Army and Air Force Reserve. He has been the Commander of Post 243 for over four years.

An Army Veteran who was a Post 243 member for many years.

Dean Holden

Dan Hathaway U.S. Marines

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served in the Navy during WW2.

He was a Past Post Commander of Post 243.

He served in the U.S. Marines during Vietnam. He is a past Post 243 Trustee.

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Proudly Saluting & Thanking Our Veterans!

Courage Sacrifice Dedication Honor

For All of This, WE THANK YOU

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Patrick Lyn Snow

David Dressler

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Paul Gerke

Percy Morrow

A P.O.W. in Korea. He was one of Post 243’s most popular members.

was a Marine in the 1950’s. He lost his military pictures. He is Post 243’s Santa Claus.

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Pete Green

Paul A. Lusenhop

served in the U.S. Army in Germany 1965-1966. He was Post 243’s Commander 7 times.

Served in the South Pacific during WW2. This is a 1955 photo. His son, Alan, is a Post 243 member.

Pete Martinez

Phil Patrick Vietnam Veteran

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Was KIA in Vietnam, July 21, 1966. His sister is a Post 243 member. 20-year-old Pete gave all because freedom is not free.

Also the most decorated soldier from Noble County. Post 243 is proud to have known him. Rest in peace Phil.

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Pvt. Eugene Wheeler Served as a B-17 Crew Chief in WW2.

She served 14 years in the U.S. Army. She was Post 243’s Adjutant for many years.

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Raven Hicks

Burt Green

served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He is a very active member of Post 243.

served in the U.S. Army Reserve during the Vietnam Era. He is a very active member of Post 243.

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REMEMBERING OUR MILITARY HEROES

Since 1878

Burl Lepird (on the left) was in the Navy stationed at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. He willed much of his estate to West Noble American Legion Post 243. We are thankful for him every day.

Bill and Dot Foster Bill was a Gunners Mate on the U.S.S. Hammon from July 1942 ‘til October 1945. Post 243 favorites.

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Thank you to all of our veterans and troops for the sacrifices you have made for our freedom.

Richard W. Becker, Jr.

Raymond Ray Ostrander

In uniform is standing beside Timothy Ray Branam, who also served in the U.S. Army. Their family and Post 243 are proud of them.

Served in U.S. Army. Was KIA March 16, 1945 in the Philippines, Post 243 will repeat: Freedom is not free.

Carl S. Wheeler

Carl Wheeler is an Air Force Veteran

served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1909-1912. His son is a member of Post 243.

who served in the 1950’s.

He is Post 243’s current Adjutant.

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Carroll Skipper Served in the Navy during WW2. His children are Post 243 members.

Charles E. Blackshire U.S. Army served in the U.S. Army. Post 243 is keeping his memory alive.

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Roger Meyers

Robert “Cuz” Bowen

Arthur Vern Kistler

Ben Blackshire

Served in the U.S. Army in the 1960’s. He is a current member of Post 243.

served in the U.S. Army as Color Guard. He is currently the First Vice of Post 243.

served in the U.S. Army in WW2.

He was a Postmaster and Post 243 member.

served in the Navy. He is remembered by Post 243.

William “Billy” Wolf

William Lee Lang, Jr.

Yehuda Jacob Barch

Willie Slabaugh

Served in the U.S. Army in WW2. He was married to Helen for 55 years. She is currently Post 243’s oldest Auxiliary member.

Served in the Army from 1957 to 1960.

served in the U.S. Army in Okinawa in 1953. His flag is on display at Post 243.

served over 20 years in the U.S. Army. He was a teacher and a very active member of Post 243.

Bob Miller

Archie V. Ball

served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and is a member of Post 243.

served in the U.S. Army from 1948-1968 with tours in Korea and Germany. Died Nov. 2, 2014.

Post 243 is proud of his service.

Armando Chuck Cooley

Art Hathaway

served in the U.S. Marines during the Korean War. His grandchildren are Post 243 members.

served in WW2. Post 243 keeps his memory alive.

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Dinners Every Friday at 5 p.m.

Saturday Bingo at 2 p.m.

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“Thanks for your dedication and for keeping us safe.”

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They stand at a attention in cemeteries throughout the area.

One member holds a pole with an American flag flapping in the breeze.

Others hold their M1 Garand drill rifles by their side, waiting for orders from their sergeant-at-arms to perform the ceremonial 21-gun salute.

This scene is played out in all kinds of weather, any day of the year, every time a veteran of the military is laid to rest. The members of the long gray line are there to honor their fallen comrades.

They are the honor guards from area American Legion posts and V.F.W. posts.

They go whenever and wherever they’re asked by family members of deceased veterans and funeral homes.

“If they call us, we go,” said Ivan Dressler, 85, a U.S. Marines Corps veteran of the Korean War and a member of the combined honor guard of American Legion Post 86 and Francis Vinyard V.F.W. Post 2749 in Kendallville, and American Legion Post 381 in Rome City.

They do it not for money or publicity, or to play soldier again long past their

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Long after their service, honor guard members are compelled to pay tribute to fallen veterans

discharge date. They do it because they believe to a man that a veteran deserves to be honored this one last time.

“If you put a military uniform on, you get the service. You should get the service,” said U.S. Army Vietnam veteran Tom Mortimore, 80, also a member of the combined honor guard in Kendallville and Rome City.

“Our guys are very loyal. They love what they do and believe strongly in the service,” said “Tucker” DePew, adjutant for American Legion Post 178 in Garrett and a member of the post’s honor guard.

Honor guards are ceremonial units, usually military in nature, and composed of volunteers. Their primary role is to provide funeral honors for veterans. Members fire a 21-gun salute and play “Taps.” Area honor guards also perform at special events, such as Memorial Day and Veterans Day services.

Area American Legion and VFW posts also may have color guards who present the flags at special events and march in parades, but honor guards perform the cemetery services.

Orland American Legion Post 423 has 20 to 22 honor guard members that post

ThankYou to all who have served

adjutant and sometimes sergeant-at-arms Bill Salough, 72, a U.S. Army Vietnam veteran, can call on to serve at funerals.

“We do about 30 funerals a year,” he said, adding they go where they’re needed — and that can mean beyond Steuben County.

Francis Vinyard V.F.W. Post 2749 Commander Jim Cook, 70, has a list of 20 to 25 active honor guard members he can call on.

“Sometimes they’re not available, but we manage to get enough each time,” he said.

The honor guard performs at about 30 funerals a year. Last year, the Indiana National Guard presented its prestigious Indiana Funeral Honors Ribbon to the combined Kendallville and Rome City honor guard.

Honor guard members, as well as See HONOR GUARD page 23

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Saluting Those Who Serve Roy Rex

Rusty Becker

Served in WW1 and was one of the founders of Post 243 and Past Commander several times.

Served in the Navy. He is famous for his ice cream. He is a very strong supporter of Post 243.

BEYOND PRECISION

Chase Anderson

Dave Beaty

Brian “Sweeney” Meyer

Doug LeMay

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Shelton Foster

Bill’s son. Served in the Navy as an Aircraft Technician from 1967 to 1971. A Post 243 member.

Bill’s son. He went into the Navy in the summer of 1969. He was stationed at Virginia Beach. Also a member of Post 243.

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Dutch, Lewis, Glennie, Junior and Adrian Sprague These are the five Spague brothers who all were in the Army during WW2.

Junior (Frank) was a past Post Commander of Post 243. We miss them all and keep their memories alive.

Sanford Hooley Served in the Army in 1958. Another Veteran Post 243 is proud to know.

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Tom Sprague

Todd Winegardner

Served in Vietnam with the Army. He is a current member of Post 243.

Was U.S. Army Sniper Trainer and past Trustee of the American Legion Post 243.

With Gratitude to our Heroes.

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Post 243 is proud of our young people serving today.

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Alan Lusenhop

Alvin Ruff

Richard D. Shank

Was in the Air Force from 1968 1972. He is a past finance officer of Post 243.

Served in the U.S. Army during WW2.

His family is members of Post 243 and we all thank him for his service.

Korean War Veteran - 1948-1952 Our Dad and Grandpa. Our Hero Always!

Love, Mark and Patty Lorntz and Family

Hunter Martin Lance Corporal, USMC We are so proud of you!

Love, Mom, Dad & Gavin

Vernon “Sam” Speicher

Archie A. Ball

Wayne Garber

Charles E. Magers

PFC, 504th MED DET 82nd Airborne DIV So proud to have served.

In loving memory - Your Family

son of Archie V. Ball, served in the Navy in 1971. He is an active member of Post 243.

Served in the Army during the Vietnam War.

Was in the Army Air Force stationed in Alaska from 1942 ‘til 1945. He is Tommy Magers’ brother.

Romaine Chapin Rice, Sr. Lt. Colonel, Air Force

Robert Trowbridge US Army Veteran

Much love to my father, who was a Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Air Force.

Love, Madeline Rice (Saylor) Smith

Bob was an MP in Germany and still supports Post 243 in its help for today’s veterans.

Danny Mitchell

Bob Vance

was with the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War. He is a current member of Post 243``

was a WW2 Veteran whom Post 243 misses very much.

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HONOR GUARD From page 19

members of the American Legion and V.F.W. posts, also place U.S. flags at the grave sites of veterans in area cemeteries for Memorial Day observances. Garrett American Legion Post 178 placed 1,180 flags this year.

One common factor with all area honor guards is the age of their members. A majority of the members are in their late 60s, 70s, early 80s and even older.

World War II veteran Jack Garrett is 95 and a loyal member of the Kendallville and Rome City combined honor guard. He can still hold an eight-pound M1 rifle to his shoulder.

Former Garrett mayor Herb Kleeman is 91 and a veteran of World War II. He has been a member of the Garrett American Legion Post 178 honor guard for 68 years.

“Herb is a regular. He’s been very loyal,” DePew said.

The oldest active honor guard member at the Orland American Legion post is 88, said Salough.

Younger V.F.W. and American Legion members are needed to ensure honor guards continue their service in the area. The Kendallville American Legion and V.F.W. posts, and the Rome City American Legion post have a combined honor guard because of the shortage of reliable volunteers.

Garrett American Legion Post 178 will call on Auburn American Legion Post 97 member to fill out its honor guard assignments.

U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran Tom Hulen has been a member of the combined honor

guard for 20 years. “We need younger replacements,” he said.

Members of the Sons of the American Legion and legion men’s auxiliaries can join the honor guards, but not enough have stepped forward to replace the aging members.

“Our membership is going down. We’re getting older, and young guys are not stepping up. Who is going to be there for us when we die?” DePew asked.

Jim Georgel, 87, was in the U.S. Army in the Korean War. He holds the American flag at veterans’ funerals as a member of the Kendallville and Rome City combined honor guard. He sees it as his duty to pay respect to decreased veterans. “We got to keep it going,” he said.

As part of the service at the cemeteries, area honor guard members give families of the deceased veterans the spent shells from the 21-gun salute. Active military, if present, give the family the folded American flag that was on the casket. If they’re not present, a member of the honor guard performs this duty.

“I get choked up every time I have to do that,” Cook said.

Honor guards are not paid to be a part of services, but they do accept donations. Any money they receive is used for uniforms and rifle maintenance. Their uniforms are usually matching white shirt, ties and caps, and for winter matching blazers or jackets.

Despite their declining numbers, the long gray line will persevere, according to honor guard members interviewed for this story.

“It’s our duty to give them the military rites,” said U.S. Army veteran Dave Fiandt, 83, a member of the Kendallville and Rome City combined honor guard for about 30 years.

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