VETERANS DAY CEREMONY - NOV. 7, 2009

HONORING THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED FOR OUR FREEDOM

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY

November 7, 2009, Saturday, 10 A.M.

Welcome - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Larry Jennings
Invocation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Bill Cowart
Flag/Pledge Ceremony - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Central High ROTC
“National Anthem” - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Julia Lowry
Laying Wreath: - - - - - - - - - Frank Scott, Will Smith, Donald Levans,

Hugh Lee Young and Pete Rowe
Bag Pipe - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Bob Miller
Introduce Speaker- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Norris Garrett
Speaker - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Brig/Gen Maria L. Britt
Closing Remarks - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Norris Garrett
“God Bless America”- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Terry Lowry
Taps - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Mike Jiles

OUR THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING:

Drinks: Compliments of Kroger & Coca Cola, W. A. Copeland
Bleachers: AG Center and City of Carrollton Parks & Recreation
Labor to move bleachers: Charles Pope
Sound System: Chamber of Commerce, Daniel Jackson
Official Photographer: Violette Denney

Soldier Display: Sam Pyle
Chairs: Almon Funeral Home

Sales Table: Ken Lowery
Memorial Wreath: Price Florist

ROTC Commander: Sgt Desphy

Parking: Scout Troop 179

Portable Potties: Johnnie on the Spot
Program & Welcome Committee: Jan Head, Jo Garrett, Joann Jennings, and Peggy Riley

WORK AT THE PARK CONTINUES...

The finished walk ways look like this and they connect to the existing walks.

Pictured are Contractor Sammy Robinson and his crew, Murry Smith and Shane Kirker, as they pour the cement for walkways and foundation pad for the Women’s Memorial Wall.


The Carroll County Veterans Memorial Park Committee added 95 feet of sidewalk, four feet wide, and the foundation pad for the future Women’s Memorial Wall. This additional sidewalk will connect the Women’s Wall to the existing walk ways including the area where the Jones Memorial bench is located. The pad for the wall is 16 feet long with a spot two feet by three feet full of metal rebar and cement. The pad will have stainless steel rods into the cement and the black granite wall for support and protection from high winds.

Construction of the Women’s Wall will begin as soon as funds are received. We are in dire need of approximately $25,000 and we solicit your help. If you would like to help us, remember we are a 501 (c) (3) organization, which means your donations are tax deductible. This is an excellent way to honor our women who have not always received a fair shake in their military service to their country. They deserve this recognition on behalf of all women. Visit the park and view this addition any time at your convenience. The Veterans Day program is scheduled for the Veterans Park on November 7, 2009, at 10 A.M. Plan now to attend and invite your friends and family to come and honor our Veterans and Troops.

HORIZON BAY HONORS VETERANS

Violette Denney, Jenny Leibowitz, and Norris Garrett

The Veterans Memorial Park Committee met August 25, 2009, at Horizon Bay for the August dinner meeting. President Norris Garrett opened the meeting by welcoming the 34 members present. Bill Cowart gave the invocation and blessing for the meal. Jenny Leibowitz, Director of Community Relations for Horizon Bay, greeted the members as they arrived and then she and her assistants served a delicious chicken dinner, complete with salad and dessert. The Veterans appreciated the special treatment and enjoyed the time of fellowship.

Norris Garrett introduced the Park contractor, Sam Robinson, and he presented information about the next feature to be added to the Park. Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Burson were recognized and thanked for their continued loyal support of the Park. Dr. and Mrs. T. M. Martin reported that they had visited the Veterans Park recently and were surprised at the progress that has been made. They were very complimentary about how well it looks. Garrett expressed his appreciation to the Martins for their contributions to the Park.

It was announced that the Veterans Day Program is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2009, at 10 A.M. at the Carroll County Veterans Memorial Park. Chairman Larry Jennings is working on the ceremony and a special speaker has already been reserved. Every patriotic citizen is welcome to come to show their gratitude to our Veteran heroes who have protected our freedom.

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR VETERANS

Visit this link for information: http://www.militaryconnection.com/

The Carroll County Veterans Memorial Park is listed as a

Veterans Organization with our web address on their website.

http://www.militaryconnection.com/helpful.asp?Start=200&Offset=100

BENCHES ADDED AT THE PARK...

The polished black granite benches installed at the park definitely enhance our park and provide a resting place for our visitors. The lantana planted in front of the sign is looking better and maybe it will cover the ground soon.

MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY SUCCESSFUL...

Veterans who participated in the program. This picture was taken

during the singing of God Bless America.

Mike Jiles played Taps in front of the Memorial Wreath under the

lowered Flag of the U.S.A.

Wayne Waddell spoke to us about his military career and some of the experiences he had in Vietnam as a prisoner of war. He reminded everyone that Memorial Day is a special time to show our appreciation and teach our children what true patriotism really is.

Jim Crawford came from his retirement home in Florida for this special occasion and dedicated the new Pavilion to all the mothers, fathers, sons and daughters of Veterans who have served their country, especially those Killed-In-Action who gave the untimate sacrifice. May we never forget - freedom is not free.

Mimi Gentry saved the day by singing the National Anthem. It is wonderful to have talent and even more wonderful when you use it without hesitation. Thank you, Mimi.

From the very beginning, it was great. The Carrollton High School ROTC did an excellent job!

REMEMBERING VIETNAM ...

Norris Garrett, President of the Veterans Memorial Park, is shown presenting an engraved rock to Sammy Robinson, the park contractor in appreciation for his work on development of the park. Both Sammy and Norris are Vietnam Veterans. The park looks beautiful in anticipation of the Memorial Day Ceremony. All visitors are welcome and if you have a question, do not hesitate to ask any one of the park committee.