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THURSDAY, SEPT. 27, 2018
Home of the brave
Vets with heart will be honored during Fall Fest Three Purple Heart recipients and one World War II veteran will given special recognition at 8:15 a.m. Friday, Sept. 28, on the main stage during Fall Fest in Downtown Lawrenceburg before the Dwight Yoakam concert.
Benjamin C. Houze Jr. Ben Houze Jr. was born in Aurora on April 25, 1949, to Ben Sr. and Betty (Donley) Houze. He grew up on Johnson Street in Aurora and attended the old Southside Grade School. Ben had three brothers, David Allen, Gary Wayne and Steve along with two sisters, Pamela and Brenda. Ben moved from Aurora to Northern Kentucky after finishing eighth grade, and attended Holmes High School where he was a member of the Class of 1966. He entered the United States Marine Corps on July 11, 1966 and started Boot Camp at San Diego. He then was sent to Camp Pendleton, and after training was sent to Vietnam where he served two tours of duty. While at An Hoa Combat Base in Quang Nam Province, Ben was wounded during a fierce battle with the North Vietnamese Army. He suffered shrapnel wounds from an enemy grenade on Aug. 19, 1969 while serving with Battery E, Second Battalion, Eleventh Marines, when a sapper platoon supported by mortars, rockets, small arms and automatic weapons fire, attacked the base. Ben refused medical treatment and continued to battle the enemy, and kept securing more ammunition for his fellow Marines. When another Marine was wounded, Ben ran through a hail of enemy fire to return him to safety. For these actions, Ben was awarded the Silver Star. Lance Corporal Houze had lived up to the tradition of being a United States Marine.
In addition to the Silver Star and Purple Heart, Ben was awarded the National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm, Combat Action Ribbon, Presidential Unit Citation, Meritorious Unit Citation and Expert Rifleman Badge. He was discharged on August 25, 1970, at Camp Lejeune. Ben worked at Melvin Liquid for over 20 years. Ben has four children: Shona, Sheila, Gary and Brian, along with six grandchildren: Ethan, Luke, Skylar, Mason, Jessica and Jacob, and one great grandchild, Aiden. He resides in Newtonsville, Ohio. Ben was inducted into the Ohio Military Hall of Fame in 2017 and was presented with the Ohio Medal of Valor and certificates honoring him as an American Hero. Ben was presented with a Life Membership in the Southeastern Indiana Lary D. Fogle Chapter 71 of the Vietnam Veterans of America and one of their green jackets worn by chapter members. Ben served four years, two months and seven days on active duty, and proved himself as a combat wounded Marine. He is proud of his service to our great nation and supports those serving today.
Kenneth D. Nelson Ken Nelson was born in Cincinnati on Jan. 27, 1945, to Ray and Phyllis Nelson. He grew up with his brother, Timothy, and four sisters, Frankye, Linda, Doris and Becky. He graduated from Hamilton Catholic High School in 1963, and then attended Eastern Kentucky University where he graduated in 1967. He was commissioned as a second lieutenant, and entered the United States Army on Jan. 31, 1968 and served until Jan. 30, 1968. He was sent to Vietnam where he was assigned to the 25th Infantry Division at Tay Ninh during 1968-69. He was a platoon leader with the 4/23rd Mechanized Infantry, and was wounded by shrapnel from enemy fire on June 27, 1968. He was awarded a Purple Heart. He saw heavy action during his time in Vietnam and was awarded several medals. Some of them are National Defense Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with four bronze stars, the Bronze Star with “V” for valor, Army Commendation Medal, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm, Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class, Meritorious Unit Citation, Presidential Unit Citation,
Expert Badge for rifle and pistol, Parachute Badge and the Combat Infantryman’s Badge. Ken was also awarded the Silver Star, our nation’s third highest award for gallantry in action with one oak leaf cluster that denotes a second award of this prestigious and highly coveted award. Ken and his wife, Connie, have been married for 38 years and live in Moores Hill. They have six children: boys, Kristopher, Tom, Bobby and Andy. Daughters: Krista and Amanda. There are 14 grandchildren. Ken worked as the Economic Development Director in Fairfield, and then became a private contractor. Ken, a true American hero, is proud of his service to our nation.
Ken Nelson, far right, receives one of his many awards in Vietnam.
Jordan R. Bondurant Jordan R. Bondurant was born in Lawrenceburg on June 6, 1996, and raised by his mother, Janelle Bondurant. He is the youngest of three children. Older brother, Brett, is an Army war hero, injured in Afghanistan and who received the Purple Heart. He also has a sister, Lindsee. Jordan graduated from South Dearborn High School in 2014, and entered the U.S. Army
that year. He took basic training at Ft. Benning, Ga., and then was sent to Ft. Hood, Texas, for AIT. Jordan was a member of the Third Cavalry Regiment. He was then deployed to Afghanistan and assigned to Helmand Province, located between the Helmand and Arghandab rivers. Population of the area is 200,000.
He was wounded in action by enemy combatants on Oct. 29, 2016, at Lashkar Gah which is also called Bost, in Southern Afghanistan. Jordan was a Specialist or Sp/4, and was medically retired from the U.S. Army on Oct. 10, 2017. Jordan’s grandpa, Jerry Bondurant, was a member of the 101st Airborne, the Screamin’
George E. Klopp Sr. George E. Klopp Sr. was born on April 13, 1926, in Lawrenceburg, to Herman and Frances Klopp. George attended St. Lawrence Grade School, and was in the LCHS Class of 1944. He attends St. Lawrence Church in Lawrenceburg. George entered the United States Navy in 1944, and took his basic training at the Great Lakes Naval Facility. He served in the South Pacific for 22 months where he received the Asiatic-Pacific Medal, Navy Good Conduct Medal, World War II Victory Medal, American Campaign Medal and American Defense Medal. He was discharged as a 3rd Class Petty Officer Electrician’s Mate. George married his wife, Patsy, in 1949. They had one son, George E. Jr. and have two grandchildren, George D. and Allison. He has two great grandchildren, Corbin and Morgan. He had three brothers: Ray; Gene, who was a World War II Veteran and Carl, who was also a WW II Veteran and Korean War Veteran. George has been an active member of American Legion Post No. 239 for over 70 years and a faithful member of the Color Guard for over 50 years until he was unable to continue. In 2009, George went on an Honor Flight from Southeastern Indiana. He was one of the four wreath presenters, along with Dick Horn, Buddy Foster and Clyde Myers, at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. At age 92, George still is an active walker and can be seen walking around Greendale and in area 5K races. George retired from Thatcher Glass after more than 30 years. He has dedicated his life to his family and to fellow veterans, especially with his Color Guard duties to help pay that final respect to a deceased veteran. He found it rewarding to help with the firing of the three volleys, presenting the American Flag to the family and the playing of TAPS. He is proud of his service to our nation as well as the service of his brothers.
Eagles, during the Vietnam War. Great Grandpa, Charles W. Bondurant, was a World War II Navy Veteran. Jordan loves to hunt and fish and spend time with his four nieces. The family has an outstanding history of being American Patriots. Jordan was proud to carry on this family tradition and also is proud of his service to our nation.
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Justin Moore is proud to be a small town man By Denise Freitag Burdette Assistant Editor newsroom@registerpublications.com
When Justin Moore hits the main stage at Fall Fest in Downtown Lawrenceburg at 9:15 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, his set will include some of his older hits that were key to his early success. A decade later he is grateful for a career he once thought was a “pipe dream.” But his success in Nashville has not kept him from staying close and connected to his small town roots. “Indiana has always been very good to us. The midwest as a whole has been good to us,” said Moore, 34.
Free show set for Fall Fest Saturday night Some of his big hits includes five number ones, including “Small Town USA” and “If Heaven Wasn’t So Far Away,” to the gold-certified singles “Bait a Hook” and “Backwoods.” After his country music career got off the ground Moore returned his home base to his hometown in Arkansas where he lives with wife, Kate, and their four kids. “We are strategic about the shows we play,” said Moore who works to balance work and time with his family. He has learned through the years, whether he writes the song or sings a
“Indiana has always been very good to us. The midwest as a whole has been good to us.” -Justin Moore
song written by someone else, songs written from personal experience are the ones that connect on a personal level with listeners, he said. He personally relates more to more traditional country music which is reflected in his own music. “I am proud to wave that flag,” said Moore. Country music has always come naturally to him.
“Growing up in a small town in Arkansas there are five stations on the radio and four of them are country,” said Moore. When he hits the stage in Lawrenceburg his goal is that “everybody has fun,” he said. He feels the show is high energy, but maybe just a little less high energy than when he was 24, he laughed.
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What is going on? Find more events at: www.thedcregister.com, Submit events: newsroom@registerpublications.com THURSDAY, SEPT. 27 TO SATURDAY, SEPT. 29
Lawrenceburg Fall Fest Lawrenceburg Fall Fest will take place downtown Thursday, Sept. 27, through Saturday, Sept. 29. Thursday kicks off at 5 p.m. with free rides until 10 p.m., king and queen contest at 5 p.m., battle of the bands 6 p.m. Friday features Walker Hayes at 7:30 p.m., Purple Heart salute at 8:15 p.m. and Dwight Yoakam at 9:15 p.m. Saturday features Walker Montgomery at 7:30 p.m. and Justin Moore at 9:15 p.m. For full schedule of events go to http://www.lawrenceburgfallfest.net/
FRIDAY, SEPT. 28 TO SATURDAY, SEPT. 29
Whiskey City Rodeo Whiskey City Rodeo will take place Friday, Sept. 28, and Saturday, Sept. 29, in the new horse arena at the Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds, located off U.S. 50. Lawrenceburg has joined with the IMEA (Indiana Municipal Electric Association) to present the state’s eighth annual lineman rodeo along with a rodeo featuring professional bull riders and rodeo cowboys. For more information and schedules go to https://www.whiskeycity. com/ Indoor Garage Sale Saint John Lutheran Hubbells, 12523 North Dearborn Road, Sunman, is hosting an indoor garage sale Friday, Sept. 28, and Saturday, Sept. 29. Hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Furniture, clothes, home goods, toys, some vendors. Rental space available, call Jane at 812-623-2993 if interested.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 29
5K Heart & Lung Health Run/Walk Highpoint Health’s Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation Department invites you to participate in its ninth annual 5K Heart & Lung Health Run/ Walk Saturday, Sept. 29. Proceeds from the event will be used for the benefit of Highpoint Health cardiopulmonary patients. Held on Dearborn Trails, the 5 kilometer (3.1 mile) non-competitive run/walk starts atop the Lawrenceburg levee at the south end of Walnut Street. From September 8 through Fall Fest Saturday, the registration price will be $20 and individuals will be provided a T-shirt while supplies last. The mailin form and online registration link can be found at www.myhph.org/walk. Last time to register online is at 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26. Please send mail-in registration forms (one form per person) and payment to Highpoint Health Heart & Lung Health Run/Walk, Cardiac Rehabilitation Department, 600 Wilson Creek Road, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025. Make checks payable to Highpoint Health. Same day registration and sign-in begins at 9
a.m. on the third floor of Ivy Tech Community College-Riverfront Campus, 50 Walnut St. Light refreshments will be available and door prizes will be awarded. For more information, please call the Highpoint Health Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation Department at 812-532-2614 or 800-676-5572, ext. 2614; email questions to healthwalk@myhph.org or visit www.myhph.org/walk.
Oxbow West Hike Oxbow sunsets bring animals and birds galore. See it yourself during an Oxbow West 1.25 mile flat hike from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29. No restrooms. Herons, beavers, egrets, otters and eagles are possible. Trips start at the upper Oxbow parking lot located off U.S. 50 in Lawrenceburg near Shell/ Subway. You can also use Google Maps and search for “Oxbow Nature Conservancy.”
SUNDAY, SEPT. 30
Chicken Dinner Manchester Township Volunteer Fire and Rescue will host a chicken dinner from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, 7893 Ind. 48, Manchester. Fried chicken dinner and all
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NOTICE FROM THE CITY OF GREENDALE The City of Greendale will start LEAF PICK UP OCTOBER 1, 2018. We will start on the south end of city and move north. We request that you DO NOT USE BAGS. Please rake leaves to the curb. Please remove all RV’S, TRAILERS, and CAMPER from city streets starting November 1, 2018 through March 31, 2019. Thank you for your cooperation. Please contact the Utility Office (812) 537-2125 if you should have any questions.
the fixings to support you local first responders. Dinners include three pieces of chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, green beans, roll, dessert and drink.
Oxbow East Hike Oxbow East 1.5 mile flat hike will take place from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30. No restrooms. Heron, Diving Ducks and Eagles are possible. Directions above. We will meet in the Oxbow West parking lot and carpool to the hike location Trips start at the upper Oxbow parking lot located off U.S. 50 in Lawrenceburg near Shell/Subway. You can also use Google Maps and search for “Oxbow Nature Conservancy.” RSVP required. meg@oxbowinc.org
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 3 TO SATURDAY, OCT. 6
Farmers Fair Neighbors Helping Neighbors is the theme of this
year’s Aurora Farmers Fair, Wednesday, Oct. 3, through Saturday, Oct 6, in downtown Aurora. Go to aurorafarmersfair.org for a schedule of events. Highlights include king and queen contest Wednesday night, war veterans presentation Thursday night, pet parade Friday, main parade Saturday. Also rides, food entertainment and more!
THURSDAY, OCT. 4
Women of Distinction Luncheon For the 13th year in a row, the Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce will be honoring four individuals for their fantastic contributions to the community during the Women of Distinction Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 4, at the Lawrenceburg Event Center. The 2018 recipients of the Women of Distinction Award recipients are Joyce Baer. Mary Helen Crook, Karen Snyder and Nancy
Fahey Turner. If you would like to come and show your support for these wonderful women you can find more information at http:// tinyurl.com/dccWoD18 or call 812-537-0814.
Senior Luncheon Old Friends & Bright Beginnings will meet at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 4, at Dearborn Hills United Methodist Church, Bright. Roast beef and mashed potatoes, plus all the goodies by Snikkers & Peanuts of Batesville. Presentation by Dearborn County Historical Society on the history of Bright. Devotional guide Irene Estes will remind guests that the coming of winter, and all that has gone before, gives peace to the present. Call the church office with your reservations 1-812-637-3993 or president, Shirley Greene at 1- 812-637-0044. Please reserve ASAP.
Hoosier HIlls Water will be flushing its distribution system in the month of October. The first two weeks of October we will be flushing Franklin County and Ripley County (North of Milan). The second two weeks of October we will be flushing Dearborn County and Ripley County (South of Milan). Low pressure may be experienced along with periods of discolored water. Try to avoid doing laundry if you notice these conditions.