My Father Got What He Deserves!

[W4LTD]

After a military ceremony on July 17th, at Calverton National Cemetery on Long Island (near where Krytin lives), my Father and Mother were buried together and he received his columbarium niche cover last week. He passed away on January 17, 2009 and my Mother passed on December 30, 2007 -- they were both cremated. Just thought I'd share, I usually don't get this personal... :cool:

Uncle Sam has provided a great service for my parents.
http://i727.photobucket.com/albums/ww275/ColoRich/Calverton005.jpg

[SC Cheesehead]

Any veteran in my book is a true hero. Losing your folks is a hard thing, but their memories will live on through you.

Thanks for sharing.

[W4LTD]

Thanks for your kind words... :beer:

[Mike Poore]

Thanks for sharing, Rich.

[PRCARGUY]

Any veteran in my book is a true hero. Losing your folks is a hard thing, but their memories will live on through you.

Thanks for sharing.
I could not have said that anybetter. :flag:

[Krytin]

Yes. thanks for sharing.
No one dies who is remembered!

Not only do I live out near there but I work just across the street from Calverton National Cemetary.

If you ever come to pay your respects please let me know and we can go for a few beers/diner.

[W4LTD]

Yes. thanks for sharing.
No one dies who is remembered!

Not only do I live out near there but I work just across the street from Calverton National Cemetary.

If you ever come to pay your respects please let me know and we can go for a few beers/diner.

I was out there for the memorial service, but only for a few days (due to my work schedule) -- I should have contacted you, but things were indeed hectic.

Thanks to all for the sentiments...

[CBT]

:flag:Another from the greatest generation laid to rest:flag:

[Black_Noise]

very nice..... thanks for sharing

[shawn.criswell]

:flag:A Fellow veteran and true patriot to his country.:flag:

[MyTMerc]

Thanks for sharing and keeping the memory of your Father's service and your Mother's sacrifice alive.

USN, Retired

[Krytin]

I was out there for the memorial service, but only for a few days (due to my work schedule) -- I should have contacted you, but things were indeed hectic.

Thanks to all for the sentiments...

No problem - the invitation remains open should you ever come again!

[TiTo35]

That is extremely nice...:flag:

[Marauderjack]

I'm PROUD for you Rich!!!!:beer:

W4QVS....73's!!:up:

Marauderjack:D

[W4LTD]

Thanks to ALL for the kind words, this REALLY does make me feel great! :up:

You folks truly are a wonderful group...

[Ms. Denmark]

Nice to know your folks are together again. As CBT said....."The greatest generation." God Bless them and those who are left to honor their memories.

[SHERIFF]

Uncle Sam has provided a great service for my parents.



Interesting! Learn something new every day! I am familiar with the various memorials offered to veterans since I am now in the business as a "semi-retired" dude. But I have never seen or known that was an option. :o

If and when the occasion arises now, at least I will know they exist. And I will have to look into acquiring these for customers who need and/or want them! Thanks! ;)

[juno]

A salute to your parents!!!

[MM03MOK]

My father is buried in the National Cemetery on Cape Cod. My mother will also be buried there with him. Flat stone, flush to the ground on a lovely sloping hill, all at no charge to the family. They have an automated system that does Taps. He was very proud of his country and to him, his Service to our country was just as important. The services are precisely timed because of how many they have on a daily basis and if you're late, you have to wait.

Steve - here's a link for you. http://www.cem.va.gov/