Those We Remember A tribute to the loved ones we’ve lost...
May 22, 2015
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Fundraiser replaces damaged flags at Graceland Cemetery Old Glory will be flying in full force at the Graceland Cemetery this Memorial Day weekend thanks to the effort of Veterans of Foreign Affairs (VFW) Post 1797. Two years ago, more than 150 flags were damaged during a storm that moved through the Creston area. This sparked Denny Abel to start a fundraiser campaign to replace the flags with the help of sponsors. “A lot of the new flags are family donated flags,” Abel said. “ T h e y have the veteran’s n a m e s t i t c h e d Abel onto it, the branch they served in or their years of service.” In total, more than $3,200 was donated for 180 new flags to place at Graceland Cemetery. Veterans and volunteers place 500 flags around the cemetery each year in honor of veterans
during holiday weekend. Abel said he is hoping for good attendance at the ceremonies at Calvary and Graceland cemeteries. “I think we have lost our focus as far as people recognizing veterans for what they did for this country,” Abel said. “It doesn’t take too long that Monday morning to come out and show support during the presentation.” This year’s ceremony includes an honor guard presentation at 8:45 a.m. at McKinley Park for the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). The ceremony at Calvary Cemetery is slated for 9:45 a.m. followed by a ceremony at Graceland Cemetery at 10:45 a.m. The guest speaker is Creston Mayor Warren Woods and Joyful Noise will provide music. Contributed photo Woods served in the air American flags wave in the wind while a line of cars make their way through Graceland Cemetery in Creston May 30, 1965. VFW Post 1797 and volunteers place 500 flags at the cemetery to honor veterans during the Memorial Day wing of weekend. the Marine Corp from 1961-63. “It is a great time “I think we have for reflection,” lost our focus W o o d s Woods as far as people said. “Merecognizing vet- morial Day is not only for those directly affected ... it is erans for what a time of rememberance and helps bring you back into they did for that state of mind to rememthis country. ber all of those who have died for country.” It doesn’t take The Afton Sunshine Socitoo long that ety will be presenting a quilt Monday morning to Dennis Loudon for his to come out and service in Vietnam. “We wanted to give the show support quilt to a veteran because it is a patriotic themed quilt,” during the preIris Smith said. “We found sentation.” out that Dennis received CNA file photo three Purple Heart Medals Flags line the drive welcoming guests to the 2014 Memorial Day services in Creston. This year’s ceremony at — Denny Abel in Vietnam and decided he Graceland Cemetery is scheduled for 10:45 a.m. Guest speaker will be Creston Mayor Warren Woods, Joyful Noise VFW Post 1797 would be a good recipient.” will provide the special music and Dennis Loudon will be honored with a patriotic quilt from Afton Sunshine Society.
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Morris “Ray” Lowe
CJ Miller
March 29, 1983 December 11, 2006
Dalton Hribal
June 27, 1950 February 28, 2008
June 14, 1996 November 23, 2012
The tears have come less frequently as we try to get through each day. Shirley Miller
March 25, 1929 October 28, 1982 When someone you love dies... you never quite get over it You just slowly learn how to go on without them But always keeping them tucked safely in your heart. by: Dawn Drake
We still have the memories and the feelings of wishing you were here in person. It is getting easier but still sometimes very painful. We still love and miss you all very very dearly but had to figure out how to move on.
Joe L. Hribal
November 1, 1914 October 13, 1991
We know that you are always with us and will forever be our guide until we meet again in heaven. You are all deeply missed, always loved and forever in our hearts.
Brendan Miller July 17, 1963 July 10, 1995
By: Dawn Drake
Jerry Miller
March 2, 1958 August 9, 2008
Creston News Advertiser — Friday, May 22, 2015 — Page 5c
Soaring On Eagle’s Wings...
Eugene A. Blazek August 15, 1928 - May 9, 2006
Papa Gene Blazek Since you went away we feel your presence beside us sharing your love and guidance we face each day.
Victoria L. Winterstien
Your loving family
Helen, Lori, Judy and families
Date of Birth August 18, 1948 Entered Rest May 5, 2010
You are in our hearts.
We miss you and think of you often... Otto “Poppy” and Opal Bird
Otto Bird, Jr. 8-1-33 to 11-15-83
Opal 5-5-17 to 7-11-08
Jerry Bird
Danny Ray Bird, Sr. 4-24-44 to 12-18-04
Donnie Bird
5-31-39 to 3-27-98
9-19-49 to 10-22-83
Otto 8-21-10 to 7-13-87
Vicky L. Connelly 12-29-52 to 9-18-10
Larry Bird 7-22-41 to 2-24-06
With love from all of your family!
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Page 6c— Creston News Advertiser — Friday, May 22, 2015
In Loving Memory Create in me...
Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.
Trudy Clark Jacobsen
Monte Jacobsen
10/30/68 – 2/8/13
5/8/56 – 12/7/14
Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me. Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit. O Lord, open thou my lips; and my mouth shall shew forth they praise.
Danner; Gene & Judy; Sally & Peggy & Nieces
The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and a contrite heart, O God thou wilt not despise. PSALM 51:10-12, 15, 17
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Ron
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Jack Keuter July 12, 1943 October 13, 2013
We all miss you... Phyllis, Lee, Becky, Barb, Bud & Ava
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Those we hold closest to our hearts, never truly leave us.
I thought of you with love today but that is nothing new I thought about you yesterday and days before that too, I think of you in silence I often speak your name All I have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake with which I’ll never part God has you in His keeping I have you in my heart. ~Author Unknown
Vicky L. Connelly 12-29-52 to 9-18-10
Joseph Connelly 1-9-52 to 6-6-13
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Jeremy Bishop 2-23-77 – 9-30-13
Silently we grieve, and brush our tears, The memories he left behind, will last throughout the years
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Joan J. Cross 9/14/31 ~ 5/20/2014
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Memorial Day services
Sunday, May 24 Williamson • 2 p.m. Czech Cemetery Memorial Day services at Williamson Legion Hall. Trish McCurdy will be speaker. Fellowship and refreshments will follow the services.
Monday, May 25 Creston • 8:30 a.m. Nancy McKay Harsh Chapter Daughers of the American Revolution service at McKinley Park veterans memorial. • 9:30 a.m. service conducted at Calvary Cemetery; music provided by Joyful Noise; guest speaker Mayor Warren Woods. • 10:30 a.m. service conducted at Graceland Cemetery; music provided by Joyful Noise; guest speaker Mayor Warren Woods. Services hosted by Creston VFW Post 1797. Clearfield • 10 a.m. program at
Clearfield Lions Hall. The Rev. Al Rusk will officiate. Diagonal Post No. 395 of the American Legion will hold the following commemorations: • 8:30 a.m. Union Cemetery • 9 a.m. Bethel Cemetery • 9:30 a.m. Marshalltown Cemetery • 10 a.m. Bohemian Cemetery • 10:30 a.m. Knowlton Cemetery • 11 a.m. Diagonal Cemetery Greenfield • 10 a.m. service at Greenfield Cemetery; Larry Riley conducting the ceremony; address delivered by Curt Weber. Mount Ayr • 10 a.m. services at American Legion. Tina Bounds will sing “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” and “America the Beautiful.” Commander John Thorpe will present a program.
5 truly meaningful ways to show your patriotism this Memorial Day and beyond (BPT) — “Expressions of patriotic enthusiasm are as bright and thrilling as fireworks, but they dissipate as quickly,” Washington Post blogger Alyssa Rosenberg wrote in a July 2014 examination of patriotism among American youth. Yet most Americans consider themselves patriotic, even if their definitions of the term vary slightly or even greatly, multiple surveys show. While politicians and political parties may be satisfied with fireworks and rhetoric, average Americans seek meaningful ways to show their love for their country, such as supporting veterans and active-duty service members. With Memorial Day kicking off the start of summer and its many patriotic celebrations, including Military Appreciation Month throughout May, here are five ways you can show your patriotism and make a difference at the same time: 1. Support veterans and active-duty military. Taking care of the people who serve our country is an important way to show patriotism. You can show your support in many ways, from hiring veterans if you’re a small-business owner to participating in business initiatives and organizations that help active-duty service people and veterans. Plenty of organizations can help you show your support. “As a veteran, I’ve seen firsthand the value of community support for members of the military,” says Preston Funkhouser, facility services project manager for Cracker Barrel Old Country Store. Funkhouser served in Saudi Arabia, in Iraq in support of operations Iraqi Freedom and New Dawn, and in Kosovo. “We’ve hired thousands of veterans in various positions throughout our company, and we have supported organizations like the USO, the National Military Families Association and Wounded Warriors that lift up our servicemen, servicewomen and veterans.” Showing support can be as simple as visiting with a veteran in your neighborhood, putting together a care package for someone serving overseas, or making a purchase from a merchant who donates a portion of the proceeds to a military support organization. You can
find a comprehensive list of support organizations online at www.military.com. 2. Vote. Despite the concept of a participatory government being a fundamental tenet of America, recent voter turnout in this country has been historically low. In 2014, it was the lowest since World War II; about 36 percent of Americans eligible to vote did so, according to the United States Election Project. Yet in a Fox News poll, 93 percent of respondents said they believed voting was a patriotic thing to do. Turnout is usually higher in years with a presidential race, but don’t just wait for a big election. Vote in your municipal, school district, county and state elections, too. Take your children with you so they learn about the process and the importance of voting. It’s the American thing to do. 3. Fly the flag — the right way. Three patriotic holidays occur in the summer: Memorial Day, Flag Day and Independence Day. It’s a perfect time to begin displaying the flag - and turn it into a year-round habit. “Displaying the flag is a wonderful way to show respect for our country and for everyone who has defended it throughout our history,” says Funkhouser. “All 634 of our Cracker Barrel stores display an American Flag beside the fireplace and have free brochures at the cashier counter on how to properly display the American Flag.” There are right ways - and wrong ways - to display the flag. For example, illuminate the flag at night if you’ll be displaying it ‘round-the-clock, but never
hang it with the union - the blue and white stars field - downward; that’s a signal of distress. Read the federal Flag Code for more information on the proper way to display the flag. 4. Visit and support a national park. The National Parks Service protects many of the country’s greatest natural and historic treasures - and they’re available for the enjoyment of everyone. Many national park and historic sites are free, but some do charge admission. When you pay your admission fee or make a voluntary donation, you’re helping the National Park service continue to preserve America’s cultural and natural history. The wide variety of sites and locations means virtually every American is within a reasonable drive of a National Park site. Whether you’re looking for a day trip or a week-long family vacation, you can find a National Park location that will provide a fun, educational and patriotic experience. Patriotism doesn’t have to be something that burns brief and bright, and then fades until next summer. Meaningful acts of patriotism, like supporting members of the armed forces, can shine throughout the year. 5. Participate in The Four-Star Salute. Check out the online charity auction, www.FourStarSalute.org, to purchase great items and packages with 100 percent of the proceeds benefitting military families. The auction runs from May 11 through Memorial Day in honor of Military Appreciation Month with all proceeds benefitting the USO (United Service Organizations).
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Memorial Day This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. 1 John 3:16
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