I am sorry to report that JW Johnson passed away this afternoon.
No word on services yet, but will keep you all informed as to when & where.
He will be missed greatly
Happy Independence Day
I want to wish everyone and their family a happy, fun and safe Independence Day.
Commander Sullivan
Post Meeting this Tuesday at 7:30pm
I know it summer and the weather is going to be great but I hope to see you there at the meeting. It should be a short one. The topics of discussion will mainly focus on the parade and Indian John Rest Stop.
See ya there,
Commander Sullivan
60th Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice, Monday, July 22nd at 1pm
King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski asked me to get in touch with you to invite you to an upcoming event at the King County Council recognizing the 60th Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice. On Monday, July 22nd, we will be hosting a brief reception at 1pm at the King County Courthouse followed by a formal recognition at the Council’s general meeting at 1:30. All friends, family, and veterans are welcome to attend!
Attached is a flyer that you can post, forward, or disseminate to folks at your Post and also to your network of Veterans. We’re hoping to have a great event to recognize those who served in the Korean War, and would appreciate your help to get the word out. Please feel free to include this on any events pages as well.
Please let me know if you have any questions!
Thank you!
The Passing of Sherri Bell
Sherri Bell’s husband called and reported Sherri passed away on Saturday. The information I received for the funeral is –
Funeral will be Friday June 21st at 1:00 PM
Flintoff’s Funeral Home
540 East Sunset Way
Issaquah, WA 98027
Funeral Home # 425 392-6444
Sherri’s husband was having a difficult time on the phone. I think we can all understand that. She was one terrific lady.
Respectfully,
Corky
Bowling Night 6/21 at 7pm
Bowling, Bowling, Bowling!!! Its a camaraderie night at the West Seattle Bowl. Hope to see you there.
Tour of Peace (Vietnam)
TOP (Tours Of Peace) Vietnam Veterans is an independent, nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, created in 1998 for helping veterans and families throughprograms associated with Tours Of Peace.
TOP enables those impacted by war to move forward. Our Tours Of Peace include spouses, children and relatives of veterans, and those killed in action. Our logo colors are blue & green, symbolizing hope.
During the Vietnam War, the time a soldier served in Vietnam was called a “tour.” Today, the time veterans and families spend in Vietnam with TOP is a “Tour Of Peace.” Through revisiting the country where it all began, seeing Vietnam as it is today, and helping others in the process, the healing begins.
The Foundation is comprised of five programs: Veterans, Family, Humanitarian, Personal Effects, and Education. The programs are a result of our Tours Of Peace trips.
Our approach to veteran & family recovery integrates emotional and humanitarian components. Participants revisit old military sites of personal meaning, and conduct humanitarian projects nearby. By helping others, we help ourselves.
KWVA Revisit Program
Korean War Veterans & family members,
Since 1975 the KVA, (Korea Veterans Association – Seoul) has hosted Korean War Veterans and their families by providing Free Hotel accommodations, bus tours of Seoul, Inchon and the DMZ, and all meals in Korea. The Land of Morning Calm remembers and sincerely appreciates all veterans who fought and sacrificed in securing freedom and democracy for the Republic of Korea. After selling out all three revisits in 2011, the Korean government is continuing to discount the veterans & family members/companion airfare for the 60th Anniversaries in 2013.
There will be major ceremonies throughout 2013 commemorating the important battles and campaigns of 1952. Demand was great in 2010, 2011 & 2012 with 10 sold out Revisits for 1000+ participants! Consequently, if you have NOT sent in your registrations, with deposit, you must do so ASAP to be considered for 2013. “First come, First served”, is the KWVA policy and there will be no deviations. All the registration information can be found on the KWVA web site, www.kwva.org or at www.miltours.com. It can also be found in the official KWVA publication “The Graybeards”. After checking these sites, and if you have additional questions, please call 800-722-9501 or 703-590-1295. You can also Email to the Revisit Coordinator at mhtours@miltours.com, to request a brochure or Click here to see the 2013 Brochure (PDF File).
The eligibility remains the same, and can be seen on the above web sites.
Honor Flight
Honor Flight Network is a non-profit organization created solely to honor America’s veterans for all their sacrifices. We transport our heroes to Washington, D.C. to visit and reflect at their memorials. Top priority is given to the senior veterans – World War II survivors, along with those other veterans who may be terminally ill.
Of all of the wars in recent memory, it was World War II that truly threatened our very existence as a nation—and as a culturally diverse, free society. Now, with over 800 World War II veterans dying each day, our time to express our thanks to these brave men and women is running out.
Meeting tomorrow 6/4 at 7:30
I hope to see everyone at our meeting tomorrow. It should be a short one so more time to hang out and chat with one another.
Commander Sullivan
VFW Post 2713 | Farwell-Roosevelt 