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<span style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span dir="auto"><div><i><span style="color:rgb(153,0,0)"><span class="gmail_default">Richland American Legion Post #548 Memorial Ceremony</span><br><span class="gmail_default">31</span> May 202<span class="gmail_default">1</span><br>Gibsonia, PA</span></i></div><div><span style="color:rgb(153,0,0)"><br></span></div></span></b> <br><span dir="auto"><div>The
Patriot Guard Riders have been invited <span class="gmail_default">back by The Richland American Legion Post #548, to form a procession </span><span class="gmail_default"></span><span class="gmail_default"></span><span class="gmail_default">then stand </span>in silent honor for a
Memorial Day Ceremony<span class="gmail_default"></span><span class="gmail_default"> which will include a Final Roll Call, honoring their hometown heroes who served that have passed on.<br></span></div><div><span class="gmail_default"></span><span dir="auto"><span class="gmail_default"></span></span><span class="gmail_default"><span dir="auto"></span></span><span class="gmail_default"></span><span class="gmail_default"></span><span class="gmail_default"></span><span class="gmail_default"></span><span class="gmail_default"></span><span class="gmail_default"></span><span class="gmail_default"><b><span dir="auto"></span></b>
</span><br><span class="gmail_default"><span dir="auto"></span></span></div><div>Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day is a day of
remembrance for those who died serving our country, defending her and
giving us the freedom we have today.<span class="gmail_default"></span></div><div><br></div><div><div class="gmail_default"></div><div class="gmail_default">Final Roll Call</div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Raymond E. Anderson Sr. USA Vietnam <span class="gmail_default">Veteran</span><br>Ray
served in the U.S. Army, in theatre during Vietnam from January of 1960
with an overseas tour in Berlin during the Berlin Crisis where he was
posted at checkpoint Charlie. Ray was given an Award by the 2nd Battle
Group 47th Infantry for the hazards of duty behind the Iron Curtain and
his exemplary behavior while there. Ray served three years active duty,
with last duty assignment to Fort Lewis in Washington State before
honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant. <br>Following time served, Ray became <span class="gmail_default">a</span> member of American Legion Post<span class="gmail_default"></span> <span class="gmail_default">#</span>548<span class="gmail_default">,</span> for<span class="gmail_default"> a total of</span> 5 years as <span class="gmail_default">S</span>ervice <span class="gmail_default">O</span>fficer in addition to serving on the Honor Guard.<br><br>Harry P. Hanley USA Korean War Veteran<br>Harry serve<span class="gmail_default">d</span> in the U.S. Army, stationed in Germany during the Korean War.<br>Following time served, Harry became a member of American Legion Post #548<span class="gmail_default">,</span> for<span class="gmail_default"> a </span>the total of one year.<br><br>James "Jim" F. Kotchey USAF Vietnam<span class="gmail_default"> Era Veteran</span><br>Jim
served in the U.S. Force from January of 1966 during the Vietnam Era as
an Air Policeman. Part of his overseas tours included Ramey AFB in
Puerto Rico and Elmendorf AFB in Alaska. Jim honorably discharged May of
196, attaining the rank of Airman 3rd Class. <br>Decorations include the Good Conduct Medal and the National defense Service Medal. <br>Following time served, Jim became a member of American Legion Post #548, for a total of 5 years.<br><br>Jack R. Matthews Sr. USA Korea Era Veteran<br>Jack served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. <br>Following time served, Jack became a member of American Legion Post #548,<span class="gmail_default"> for</span> <span class="gmail_default">a</span> total of 3 years.<br><br>Jack's Son<br>Jack R. Matthews Jr. USA Vietnam Era Veteran<br>Jack proudly served like his Father in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era. <br><br>Martin R. O'Malley USA & USAF, Korean<span class="gmail_default"> War Era Veteran</span><br>Martin
served in the U.S. Army and the Special Category Army, reassigned with
the U.S. Air Force as Specialist 3rd Class and was then reassigned to
Guam in the Aviation Engineering Battalion as a Supply Clerk. Martin's
last assignment was in Fort Knox.<br>Following time served, Martin became a member of American Legion Post #548,<span class="gmail_default"> for</span> a total of 16 years.<br><br>Ambrose J. Polena USAF & AFRES Vietnam Era <span class="gmail_default">Veteran</span><br>Ambrose
enlisted in the U.S. Air Force July 1958 and was assigned to the 328th
Field Maintenance Squadron at Richards-Gebaur AFB in Missouri, until he
was released from Active Duty July of 1962. Ambrose then served in the
U.S. Air<span class="gmail_default"> </span><span class="gmail_default">F</span>orce Reserves for two years and was honorably discharged July of 1964.<br>Decorations include the Good Conduct Medal.<br>Following time served, Ambrose became a member of the American Legion Post #548,<span class="gmail_default"> for a</span> total of 14 yea<span class="gmail_default">rs.</span><br><br>Victor J. Tomsko U.S.A. Korean War Veteran <br>Victor proudly served in the U.S.Army, with the 3rd Infantry<span class="gmail_default"> </span> Division, rank of Sergeant during the Korean War.<br>Decorations include the Silver Star, Bronze Star and the Korean Service Medal. <br>Victor later became a member of American Legion Post #548,<span class="gmail_default"> for</span> <span class="gmail_default">a </span>total of 36 years.<br><br>Donald "Don" Trap USA Korean Veteran & First Responder<br>Don
proudly served in the U.S. Army, in theatre during the Korean War as a
Tech Sergeant with Company C 23rd Infantry Regiment as a Light Weapons
Infantryman from February of 1953 to December of 1954. <br>Decorations
include the Korean Service Medal w/ one Bronze Service Star, United
Nations Service Medal, Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation,
Good Conduct Medal and the National Defense Service Medal.<br>Following
time served, Don continued his service by supporting his community, time
with the South Butler Community Meals on Wheels as well as volunteering
numerous hours at the Butler Veteran’s Hospital.<br>Don was also a member with the American Legion Post #548<span class="gmail_default">,</span> for<span class="gmail_default"> a total of</span> 10 years which<span class="gmail_default"> </span>also includes<span class="gmail_default">,</span><span class="gmail_default"> </span>serving on the Honor Guard.</div><div><br></div><div></div></span><span dir="auto"><div><br></div></span><b><span dir="auto"><div><br></div><div><i>Monday, <span class="gmail_default">31</span> May 202<span class="gmail_default">1</span></i></div><div><span class="gmail_default"><br></span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="color:rgb(255,0,0)"><i>Staging:</i> </span><span style="font-weight:normal"><span class="gmail_default"></span><span class="gmail_default"></span></span><span style="font-weight:normal"><span class="gmail_default"></span><span class="gmail_default">8:45 AM</span><br></span></div></span></b><b><span dir="auto"><div><i>Richland Township Community Park</i><br><span style="font-weight:normal"><i><span class="gmail_default">A</span>t the northeast corner of Van Velsor or and Cricthlow Drive</i></span><br><span style="font-weight:normal">Gibsonia, PA 15044</span><br><span style="font-weight:normal"><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmaps.app.goo.gl%2FppH6LEjTBsFHxFbUA%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2jW1e2SjLlz1ycwe4Zsw60oZa71CluSaWkecbwXOaFMEK6gLOm42Sz0kw&h=AT3nd9CblKTlARXuxpG9HVlt5mnS_trsrc77_-Slgm9S3GsJ9c6AAVgAJoUclGVHzjrtg-3kXdifMLz3VTy7NFnOjhfV67td9tYzsAc-mQsgzWrB6GugUjxwjBPyR6dVYGkLD-Y-UdEYx-3TvvUP&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3bWr1kt28uEszubLqwKLjD10yeBsuYG9_hRjEOYNXmuxi9pGl_xOgB-ScxqiVTmqr4LToC7GONhYzSNHtvQ75xnJJINET2P9-UvkQ_aGv1qId-HZcMatdYq2opNb0PpdY" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://maps.app.goo.gl/ppH6LEjTBsFHxFbUA</a><br></span></div><div><span style="font-weight:normal"><br></span></div><div><br><span style="font-weight:normal"></span></div></span></b><b><span dir="auto"><div><span style="color:rgb(255,0,0)"><i>Briefing: </i></span><span style="font-weight:normal">9:<span class="gmail_default">00 AM</span><br></span></div><div><span style="font-weight:normal"><br></span></div></span></b><b><span dir="auto"><div><span style="color:rgb(255,0,0)"><i><span class="gmail_default">KSU</span></i></span><span class="gmail_default"><span style="color:rgb(255,0,0)"><i>:</i></span> <i>TBD</i></span><span style="font-weight:normal"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-weight:normal"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-weight:normal"><br></span></div></span></b><span dir="auto"><div>Memorial Ceremony<span class="gmail_default"> at</span> <span class="gmail_default">9:45 AM</span><span class="gmail_default"></span><br></div></span><b><span dir="auto"><div><br></div></span></b><span dir="auto"></span><b><span dir="auto"><div><br></div><div><br></div></span></b><span dir="auto"><div>Members
can attend all of a mission or any part of the mission. PGR sets no
time for a member to escort and or stand a mission. We Thank you for
whatever time you give us and the families of our heroes appreciate your
time.</div></span><b><span dir="auto"><div><i><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0)"><br></span></i></div><div><i><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0)">Before
heading out please watch the weather, dress accordingly<span class="gmail_default">, </span>bring your 3x5
American flags and grab your masks<span class="gmail_default">.</span></span></i></div><div><i><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0)"><span class="gmail_default"><br></span></span></i></div><div><i><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0)"><span class="gmail_default"><br></span></span></i></div><div><span class="gmail_default"><br></span></div><div><span class="gmail_default"></span></div><div>
<div><i style="height:20px"><b><span class="gmail_default"><span style="color:rgb(255,0,0)">RCIC:</span> </span>Brad Leighty</b></i><br></div><div><span style="font-weight:normal"></span></div><div><span style="font-weight:normal">
<a href="mailto:brad.leighty@gmail.com?Subject=Contact%20from%20website" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank"><span>brad.leighty@gmail.com</span></a><br></span></div><div><span style="font-weight:normal"> (724) 822-2422
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