Friday, July 31, 2015

Viet Nam Commemorative Partner Cremony

The 1st of many events for the VFW 2850 Vietnam War Commemorative Partner Program was held
on 18th July 2015.  Opening remarks was done by Jan Beckman, Committee  Secretary.  Chuck Loeffler, Committee Events Coordinator presented the  Program Guidelines.  Guest Speakers Brian Cummins, City Councilman & Bill Willoughby, Maj,USA, Ret. presented  City Resolution of Recognition, DOD Certificate and Flag to Ray Diaz Post Commander.  Mr. Willoughby presented individual Certificates of Honor to the Vietnam Veterans.  POW/MIA presentation followed presented by Danny Hubbard, Jr Vice Commander.  The Missing Man Table Ceremony was conducted by Rick Jones, Vice Chairman, and Tom Forkapa Sr Vice Commander.  Post Chaplain delivered the final prayer dedication honoring all Vietnam Veterans and Families. He also made a memorable prayer dedication honoring the 4 Marines and 1 USN member killed in Chatanooga, TN.  Tom Forkapa delivered the Final Taps presentation.  That was followed by the annual picnic and
cake cutting.  It was a very successful and memorable occasion,,,,, Thank  You  All   "Doc"
























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