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| 2018-05-28 |
| [HutchNews] ASHLAND - Uncle Willard is finally coming home. It has been 77 years since Navy Seaman 1st Class Willard H. Aldridge died during the attack on Pearl Harbor which brought the United States into World War II. Now Aldridge will receive the recognition he deserves for serving his country. At 11 a.m. his remains, escorted by a six-man honor guard team, will be buried in Highland Cemetery. Many of Ashland’s 890 residents have pitched in to make the day special. Local high school students are receiving a first-hand history lesson as they videotape the experience, the local VFW named in Aldridge’s honor plans to grill 200 steaks following the service. "A whole lot of time and effort has gone into bringing him home," said Raymond Sumners, Denver, a nephew who was two years old when his Uncle Willard died. From what I understand, the High School Students did more than just video, they made the trip to the airport and was part of the escort to Ashland. I also understand that people honored the convoy as it passed through the various towns en route to Ashland. Quite a story and an excellent piece of work by everyone involved. More of the story at the link. (Hutch News, Hutchinson KS) |
| Posted by:swksvolFF |
| #3 Thanks to both of you. And thanks to the veterans and active-duty personnel. |
| Posted by: Bobby 2018-05-28 17:48 |
| #2 Thank you for the late entry TW. |
| Posted by: swksvolFF 2018-05-28 16:18 |
| #1 Published after 2 pm EDT because today is Memorial Day. Thank you, swksvolFF. |
| Posted by: trailing wife 2018-05-28 14:47 |