Veteran's Day

One of our favorite veterans, Pa Stokes, once again attended the Middle School's Veteran's Day Assembly. This year the assembly was exceptional. They had an impressive video presentation showing many photos of the fighting men and women in the wars of our country's history. They then acknowledged the 19 Morgan County men who lost their lives in the service of their country. Each veteran in attendance was given a handmade card made by the students.

Over the years, Karlee and Garet have loved having their Pa attend the annual assembly. They are very proud when Pa stands for recognition as a veteran. You should be there when the middle school students applaud the veterans with a standing ovation, it is very touching.

There are a few other veterans in our family. Below you will see my favorites!

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This is Pa saluting the flag during the Air Force song at the assembly today. Pa served all over the world. Thank you, Pa, for your years of service. We love you!

Joseph W. Stokes, CMSGT, USAF (Ret)

710th MAS

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This is Daddy just a few years ago - ha ha. Daddy fought in the Korea and Vietnam wars and served across the globe. Thank you, Daddy, I love you & miss you!.

Lemuel R. (Tom) Egleston, Lt. Col., USAF (Ret)

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Brad flew top secret missions to who knows where, doing who knows what. "He could tell us, but then he'd have to kill us!" Thank you, Brad . . . I think?

William B. Grubel, SMSGT, USAF (Ret) 169th ESS

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