Mar 1, 1920
Out of and by authority of this organization, The Parker County Post Number 163 was organized and granted a charter, March 1,1920, with 15 members whose names are follows: Edgar C. Bloom, Roy L. Dyer, John C. Sammon, Ludie R. Barker, Harold J. Gregory, Mike M. Hopkins, Frank M. Edun, Ray M. Oliver, Luke Alexander, Fred Lanier, Steve Maddux, Earl W. Bratton, Jack S. Hart, Charles W. Sharpe, Dr. Austin F. Leach; and with Captain..

Mar 1, 1921
Promotion of Private First Class Lewis to Corporal in Battery B of 82nd FA.

Mar 1, 1933
1933 - the post bought the home at Front Street and North Elm (Was addressed later as 703 Eureka Street)

Feb 13, 1937
Awarded to Post 163 by the American Legion, Department of Texas. For faithfulness in the performance of duties, and meriting special confidence and esteem because of manifested co-operation and loyality.

Feb 3, 1938
Parker County Post, No 163 Department of Texas, the American Legion, has rendered Meritorious Service by enrolling for the year a membership equaling or surpassing its previous four year average.

Mar 1, 1949
In 1949, James C. Wright, Jr., served as Commander of Post 163. Recognized as Weatherford's youngest Mayor in the 1950s, he became a Congressman and later rose to worldwide fame as the U.S. Speaker of the House of Representatives, the third most powerful man in the nation.

Dec 22, 1949
Parker County Post, No. 163 Department of Texas, the American Legion, has rendered Distinguished Service by enrolling a membership equaling or surpassing its previous four year average.

Nov 11, 1972
For rendering distinguished service for having achieved 100% of membership quota as of Veterans Day 1972.

Mar 4, 1973
As the last remaining active charter member of Americal Post No. 163, Luke Alexander was honored Thursday night by friends at the American Legion Post 163.

Mar 15, 1975
56th Anniversary, March 15-17, 1975 In recognition of an outstanding contribution to the strength of the Amereical Legion and a continuing program of services and activities dedicated to the welfare of the Community, State, and Nation.

Feb 2, 1976
Lute Alexander has been a continuous member for fifty or more years.

Jul 7, 1977
Officers installed, Appreciation Plaques Awarded, and Boys State Representative Report New officers of American Legion Post 163 were installed at a dinner at the legion home on Eureka Street Tuesday night by Bob Buchanan of Breckinridge, 17th District Vice Commander. His wife Dorothy Buchanan presided at the installation of the Auxiliary officers. Mrs. Buchanan is the Past 4th District Auxiliary president.

Jul 3, 1979
Supplemental Charter for Incorporated American Legion Post Issued to Parker County Post No. 163, Department of Texas

Dec 1, 1984
For enrolling the largest membership since 1960

Mar 1, 1988
The late Sgt. Chester B. Bowen was honored as members of American Legion Post 163, several historical groups, and local dignitaries recognized him as a Civil War Medal of Honor recipient.

Jan 9, 1990
Joe Warren has been a member in good standing of the American Legion, continuously for 40 years.

Jun 4, 1991
June 1991 during General Membership meeting officers for 1991 were elected including the first women Commander, Mary Ellen Guay, USMC veteran. Commander Guay served Parker County American Legion Post 163 as commander for two years.

Jul 16, 1993
Parker County American Legion Post 163 designated as a Commemorative Community by Department of Defense

Nov 11, 1993
American Legion Post 163 was designated an official World War Commemorative Community by the Department of Defense and pledged to plan three or more events a year from 1993 through 1995 to participate in the 50th Anniversary of World War II. The Post and local radio station KZEE have been recognized nationally with the American Legion's 1994 Media Award in the radio category which featured interviews of Parker County veterans interspersed with Patriotic music of..

Nov 11, 1993
We are honored to have Mary Ellen Guay as our Co-Grand Marshall with Lavern Thompson as these women have been pillars of our Societ and are constant reminders of the good our way of like can and has produced. Mary Ellen was in the United States Navy: Yoemen 2nd Class - WWII, USNR; active duty in the W.A.V.E.S. 1945 thru 1946. She was married to James (Jim) Raymond Guay. They were the proud parents of..

Aug 10, 1994
American Legion Post 163 honors the Boys State and Girls State students Tuesday night.

Oct 15, 1994
What is a Fireman, the man next door! What are Policemen made of, just what all men are!

Nov 6, 1994
Texas Lady Legionnaires share a laugh at the National Twenty and Four Bivouac in Minneapolis, Minn.

Nov 8, 1994
Members of Parker County American Legion Post and Auxiliary Unit 163 will observe Veterans Day, Nov. 11, with distributiion of poppies and a free Veterans Breakfast during Poppy Week, Nov. 6-12.

Dec 4, 1994
Cub Scouts of Pack 70 wave individual flags given by American Legion and Auxiliary Unit 163. Dannie Bruce, Post Chaplain, and Elliott Hardison, Post Commander, plus Jeanne Hardison, Auxiliary Americanism Chairman made the presentation.

Dec 6, 1994
Brownie Troop 198, Girl Scouts display individual flaggs given them by the American Legion and Auxiliary Unit 163.

Jan 14, 1996
Police Lieutenant Patsy Williams has been named Texas Law Enforcement Officer the Year by the American Legion Department of Texas at Austin. Lt. Williams was recommended by Parker County Sheriff Ben Whiteman and nominated for the honor by American Legion Post 163 at the annual Law and Order Awards ceremony last April.

Feb 14, 1996
The Weatherford Democrat has been recognised by the American Legion as the "Newspaper of the Year," at both state and nationallevel.

Feb 14, 1997
American Legion Post 163 supporters of "Pencils for Peace," a locally initiated effort to provide pencils and school supplies for school children in Bosnia, gather at the KZEE Radio Station in Weatherford.

Mar 25, 1997
Texas legislators will honor all women veterans living in the state. Three Parker County women veterans plan to attend, including American Legion Post 163 officers Mary Ellen Guay and LaVerne Thompson and Legionnaire Baru Blunt.

Apr 27, 1997
Approximately 175,000 pencils, including school supplies totaling 6,222 pounds, were gathered from across North Central Texas. The effort was sparked by Sgt. A.G. Stockstill, of Weatherford.

Apr 27, 1997
Sgt. Baru Blount, Beulah Hodgson, Jim Gray, Mary Ellen Gray, Commander Herb Barnhart and Ken Osick of the Weatherford American Legion Post 163

Jun 22, 1997
Children and youth programs of American Legion Post 163 in Weatherford and Parker County will benefit from the Freedom Celebration.

Jun 22, 1997
Margie Clark, a 1997 graduate of Millsap High School was awarded a scholarship to Weatherford College from American Legion Auxillary, Post 163.

Nov 12, 1997
Weatherford Mayor Tom McLaughlin signs a proclamation designating the week of Nov. 5-8 as Poppy Week for American Legion Post and Auxiliary Unit 163.

Dec 1, 1999
Mr. Kenneth Osiek, with American Legion Post 163, is awarded the Community Service Award, because of his own personal caring way and his willingness to do for others.

Mar 15, 2000
Joe W. Warren is issued in grateful appreciation the certificate for 50 continuous years of membership.

Jun 9, 2002
Bonnie & Clyde 50 years and still partners William Clyde "Slim" and Bonnie Edwards will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 9, 2002, at the American Legion, 703 Eureka St., Weatherford. Friends are invited. Clyde's parents were Clyde and Eva Edwards. Bonnie's parents were Alford and Ola Dewveall. Bonnie is a native of Weatherford, Texas, and Clyde has resided here for 50 years. Clyde retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone..

May 15, 2003
Certificate of Appreciation presented to American Legion Post #163.

Jun 14, 2003
Young Weatherford people from Boy Scout Troop 79, Girl Scout Troops 148 and 189, and Cub Pack 76 braved violent weather on Flag Day to help honor veterans of the Korean War during a Flag Retirement ceremony at American Legion Post 163.

Jun 15, 2003
Parker County Post 163 is designated a Commemoration Partner by the United Sates of America Commemoration Committee.

May 15, 2004
Certificate of Appreciation

Nov 14, 2005
Weatherford stopped in honor its veterans’ Saturday morning with a special parade filled with members of the armed forces. The Freedom Bell is rung announcing the parade as it moves up South Main. The Cowboy’s fly over in vintage World War II F-18's and wow the crowd. A group of Civil War reenactors parade down York Avenue in 19th century military regalia. Members of American Legion Post 163 are carried by float through the parade...

Mar 20, 2006
Local veterans' advocate Chuck Katlic was cited in the March edition of the New American Magazine for his work in organizing trips to Metroplex healthcare facilities for veterans.

May 15, 2006
Weatherford American Legion Post 163 In grateful appreciation for the support shown.

Oct 11, 2006
“Freedom is not Free.” That’s the theme of this year’s Veterans Day Parade. It was also spoken aloud at City Hall Friday, when Mayor Joe Tison joined several veterans and supporters from the American Legion Post No. 163. Tison proclaimed the week of Nov. 11 Veterans Week and is expected to announce the proclamation at the City Council meeting Nov. 24. “Whereas the City of Weatherford, Parker County, Texas declares that the week of the..

Feb 12, 2007
Commander Sparks visited our Post General Membership meeting to help honor Chuck Katlic, who was selected as Legionnaire of the Year. Chuck's wife Ola was presented with flowers and a certificate of appreciation from the Post. This was for her unwavering support of Chuck that directly contributed to his many achievements not only this past year but for many successful years of supporting his passion, The American Legion and our Veterans.

Jul 1, 2007
Chuck Katlic, WWII Veteran and survivor of The Battle of The Bulge had recently been awarded Legionnaire of The Year at Weatherford,PoST 163 for 2006 is presented 'Chaplain of The Year' plaque for 2007 at the Department of Texas, annual Convention, Irving, Texas.

Nov 6, 2007
Representatives of Weatherford American Legion Post 163 were in the Greenwood community Saturday to dedicate a flagpole at the local cemetery. The flagpole is the first step in a planned memorial to all veterans buried there. The ceremony was conducted by Chuck Katlic with Bill Mallory and Paul Foley presenting the colors. Katlic is well known for his involvement in Parker County veteran’s affairs. Following the flag raising and national anthem, Katlic spoke at length..

Nov 9, 2007
The American Legion Post 163 is looking for veterans, active duty or Reservists to ride in the Veterans Day Parade in Weatherford Nov. 10 in the following categories: Purple Heart WWII Korea Vietnam Desert Storm Afghanistan/Iraq Contact Ron Chandler at (817) 223-8926, Chuck Katlic at (817) 599-0952 or Jesse Dye at (817) 613-1493 before Saturday, Nov 10. You may also e-mail your info to legionpost163@aol.com.

Nov 10, 2007
Parade ignites many veterans' deepest emotions BY TERRY EVANS Jim Messinger said he almost lost his composure only twice from the reviewing stand. One of a handful of notables who spoke before Weatherford s Veterans Day Parade, the Vietnam helicopter pilot said he was feeling “way too many emotions” as he read a list of wars that have claimed American lives and preserved American freedom. He added that fellow Vietnam veterans are the primary group..

Nov 11, 2007
The American Legion Post 163 is looking for veterans, active duty or Reservists to ride in the Veterans Day Parade in Weatherford Nov. 10 in the following categories: Purple Heart WWII Korea Vietnam Desert Storm Afghanistan/Iraq Contact Ron Chandler at (817) 223-8926, Chuck Katlic at (817) 599-0952 or Jesse Dye at (817) 613-1493 before Saturday, Nov 10. You may also e-mail your info to legionpost163@aol.com.

Feb 13, 2008
Wal-Mart came riding to the aid of our men and women serving overseas after being asked for help by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 163 in purchasing phone cards for our troops. On Jan. 22, 2008, Betty Randall was presented with a check for $1,250 from Wal-Mart in Hudson Oaks by Lynn (invoice associate) and Chuck (assistance manager) made out to the Auxiliary.

Mar 3, 2008
JoAnn Cassidy, pictured with chaplain of the American Legion Chuck Katlic, was named the Legionnaire of the Year for her numerous contributions to the legion and for veterans. MONDAY, MARCH 3, 2008 Weatherford Democrat Legion of friends to serve When JoAnn Cassidy set out to serve her country, she had no idea she would serve for life. "I joined the reserves because I loved the military life so much," Cassidy said. But after her retirement,..

Apr 1, 2008
Ed Harley missed the first part of his retirement party at the Parker County Courthouse Annex Monday. Instead of walking down the hall to greet a pack of well-wishers beginning to gather around County Treasurer Jim Thorp’s famous chili, Harley stayed in his office and walked an elderly couple through life insurance policies offered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). After 12 years of duty as the Parker County veteran’s service officer, Harley,..

Oct 17, 2008
WEATHERFORD — Veterans will be honored Saturday, Nov. 8, with a parade themed “Let Us Never Forget.” Parker County American Legion Post 163 sponsors the annual Veteran’s Day Parade, which begins at 10:30 a.m. from Weatherford Ninth Grade Center, 1007 S. Main. The parade route goes north on Main to Oak Street, west to Alamo, south past Cherry Park, then back to the Ninth Grade Center. Applications are being taken for floats and other entries..

Nov 6, 2008
They say there’s a time and pace for everything When it comes to veterans and granting them the respect and appreciation they deserve, Nov. 11 was designated in tribute to men and women who serve in our military. The day began in 1918, originally called Armistice Day, marking the moment when World War I ended, and guns fell silent at 11 a.m. Nov. 11, that year. This Saturday, flags will wave, prayers will be said..

Nov 11, 2008
On behalf of a grateful country ... Veterans hold a special place in the hearts of Weatherford residents. Saturday, they showed their local heroes just how much. A parade was held in their honor with special guest speakers who personally thanked the service men and women for fighting for their freedom. Flags were passed out as patriotic music blared from speakers along South Main Street and children stood in awe to catch a glimpse of..

Dec 24, 2008
BY TERRY EVANS The Christmas tree at American Legion Post 163 isn't big enough for this season's best present. So representatives of Weatherford's veteran-oriented organization went to a car lot Saturday to accept a 2003 Chrysler Town and Country, seven-passenger van. The generosity of a member of Parker County Women's and Newcomer's Club and some of her friends shocked the Legionnaires. Post Commander Ron Chandler explained that he was just telling the club about a..

Jan 21, 2009
One of the bartenders at American Legion Post 163 refuses to close the club by herself. On New Year's Eve, she and a friend saw something that so frightened them they don't even want their names connected with this story. Jo Ann Cassidy, the club's spokesperson, said that the women are the latest in a list of people who have experienced the post's ghost. She includes herself in that list, as does Rodger Johnson, a..

Feb 16, 2009
PARKER COUNTY — Local veterans’ activist Chuck Katlic has announced new options for local veterans needing transportation to Metroplex Veterans Administration Hospital or clinics. Katlic said veterans who meet eligibility requirements may get needed rides to medical appointments. Eligibility requirements: Veterans whose service-connected disabilities are rated 30 percent or higher. Veterans traveling for treatment of a service-connected condition. Veterans who receive a pension. Veterans traveling for scheduled compensation or pension examinations. Veterans whose gross household..

Jun 18, 2009
On Saturday, June 20, Weatherford College’s Alkek Fine Arts Center will host “Sentimental Journey,” a benefit show for American Legion Post No. 163. According to a Weatherford College representative, Tarleton State University’s Langdon Center Big Band will be preforming, starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $40, and the proceeds will go to benefit the rebuilding of the American Legion and are tax deductible. Before the show, a reception will be held from 5 to 6:30..

Oct 6, 2009
WEATHERFORD – Veterans will be honored Saturday, Nov. 7, with a parade themed “Honoring our Veterans - Past and Present.” We have special vehicles for past war veterans. American Legion Post 163 organized the annual Parker County Veteran's Day Parade, which begins at 9:45 a.m. with opening ceremonies in the north parking lot of the new 9th Grade Center at 1007 S. Main St. and kicks off with an F16 squadron fly-over from NAS JRB..

Nov 6, 2009
Veterans Day Parade Program Veterans Day celebrations start early this year in Weatherford. The annual Parker County Veterans Day Parade is set Saturday following a patriotic program at the Weatherford High School football stadium located on South Main at the Ninth Grade Center. The program, hosted by Parker County American Legion Post 163, will start at 9:45 a.m., with the parade expected to start about 10:30 a.m., signaled by an F-16 fly over. Legion commander..

Nov 9, 2009
Nearly one year after a suicide bomber took his life, Sgt. John J. Savage was honored by the Fallen Heroes Foundation Saturday prior to the Veteran’s Day Parade. Walter Coleman, chairman of the foundation, presented two replica plaques to Savage’s father and stepmother. The plaques include not only the soldier’s military information and date of death, but also a laser-cut image of the soldier. Coleman explained to the community Saturday that the foundation is building..

Nov 10, 2009
It’s been 65 years since Staff Sgt. Robert Chandler Smart’s B-17 went down in the North Sea off the coast of Germany, but it was Sunday the Weatherford soldier was officially laid to rest. Bobbie Lou Smart McBride, Smart’s sister and last surviving immediate family member, gathered with nieces, nephews, cousins and grandchildren in the Curtis Cemetery this weekend, where the rest of the Smart family is buried, for a military-style memorial conducted by American..

Dec 15, 2009
Editor’s note: The following is an account of the historic World War II Battle of the Bulge, as told by local veteran Chuck Katlic, who was among the Allied soldiers in the battle, which began 65 years ago today. The dates, times and town names were taken from the daily record of Company F’s European Campaign compiled by Clerk Robert Root. On Dec. 16, 1944, four-and-a-half divisions, 70,000 men, covered a 70 mile front from..

Mar 7, 2010
Mac Curtis with Chris Zalez and The Pistoleros will perform at Craig’s Music Store Saturday, March 13, to benefit the American Legion Post No. 163. Two performances are scheduled -— 6:15 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. Tickets are on sale now for $25 at the Weatherford and East Parker County chambers of commerce, Community Media Group on the square, Craig’s Music Store and the American Legion Post No. 163. There are about 200 tickets available for..

Apr 26, 2010
WEATHERFORD — Charles Katlic has been recognized by Cambridge Who’s Who for demonstrating dedication, leadership and excellence in veteran advocacy. At elementary and high schools, Mr. Katlic speaks about patriotism and the value of the constitution. He works to instill in students national pride, thus spreading veteran reverence. Mr. Katlic also assists veterans in attending hospital appointments. With 32 years of professional experience, he attributes his success to his hard work, dedication and Christian faith...

Apr 27, 2010
WEATHERFORD — Parker County American Legion Post 163 recently was given a great opportunity to help raise money for its post. Craig Swancy, of Craig’s Music, has donated a C.F. Martin Co. acoustic guitar for the post to raffle off, with proceeds going to the Post Re-Building fund. The guitar is a DVM Veteran’s Signature Commemorative Guitar No. 248 and tickets are on sale now at the post and at Craig’s Music Store, 115 E...

May 15, 2010
Saturday, May 17, an incredible number of motorcycles will roar into Weatherford piloted by tough looking men and women. Most of them are Vietnam veterans on their way to the Wall in Washington, D.C..

May 18, 2010
City Council Member Craig Swancy, Post Chaplain Chuck Katlic, Post 163 Commander Ron Chandler, and Post 163 First Vice Commander Bill Mallory stand proud at the unveiling of the Veterans Memorial Park.

May 19, 2010
Veterans make their way to 'The Wall' on ride WEATHERFORD — The group will roll through Weatherford, stopping for a visit approximately at 5:45 p.m. Saturday. Several hundred motorcycles will arrive from the west on I-20 and will turn on exit 409 to continue on to the American Legion Post 163, located at 703 Eureka St. in Weatherford. May 24, 2010 Ride for Remembrance WEATHERFORD — The seemingly never-ending line of bikers this weekend made..

Jul 15, 2010
Presented by the 17th District Commander Dan Dutton, Unit 163 Hstorian, Post 163 Times Editor Rachael Watson, receives the 1st Place Emerson O. Mann Publication award at National Convention 2010 for her outstanding newsletter.

Aug 7, 2010
At one of the busiest stores early on Saturday morning, the American Legion Post 163 recruited Junior Sons and Girls of the Auxiliary to hand out red poppies in remembrance of all veterans who have served our country. The red poppies were of a huge significance to soldiers during World War I. As they fought in Belgium and France, they were amazed by the abundance and endurance of the red poppies that continued to bloom..

Nov 7, 2010
Parade of Patriots Old warrior weary of chaotic conflicts

Nov 8, 2010
Activity serves to remember veterans, donations used to help those disabled Hudson Oaks — At one of the busiest stores early on Saturday morning, American Legion Post 163 recruited Junior Sons and Girls of the Auxiliary to hand out red poppies in remembrance of all veterans who have served our country. The red poppies were of huge significance to soldiers during World War I. As they fought in Belgium and France, they were amazed by..

Nov 11, 2010
Some of Parker County's smallest made big allegiances to honor all veterans Thursday. Poolville elementary students waved flags and banners while walking along South Church Street during their annual Veterans Day parade. Students, teachers, parents and veterans took a moment of silence and placed their hands across their chests while reflecting on the American flag at the post office. United States Air Force Tech. Sgt. Bridget Lund has children who attend the elementary school and..

Nov 15, 2010
Parker County residents gave a warm patriotic welcome to veterans and others who marched, rode and drove in the Parker County Veterans Day Parade Saturday, waving American flags and clapping as 50-plus entries took command of South Main Street in Weatherford. F-18s scheduled to kick off the event were grounded, but a low-flying huey helicopter, rotors beating the air like a drum, captured the smiles and attention of entries setting out on the parade route..

Nov 15, 2010
WEATHERFORD — Parker County residents gave a warm patriotic welcome to veterans and others who marched, rode and drove in the Parker County Veterans Day Parade Saturday, waving American flags and clapping as 50-plus entries took command of South Main Street in Weatherford. F-18s scheduled to kick off the event were grounded, but a low-flying huey helicopter, rotors beating the air like a drum, captured the smiles and attention of entries setting out on the..

May 25, 2011
WEATHERFORD — A fundraising kick-off event for the Veterans’ Memorial is set for 1 p.m. Monday. This event is sponsored by the American Legion Post 163. The Legion is working together with the Veterans of Foreign War Post 4746 and the City of Weatherford to transform a 0.15 acre tract of land leftover after the re-alignment with Foster Lane and Eureka Street into a memorial. Fundraising efforts include the sale of inscribed bricks for a..

May 31, 2011
WEATHERFORD — About 100 people gathered Monday afternoon for a dedication/groundbreaking ceremony for a new veterans memorial that has been a collaboration among the City of Weatherford, American Legion Post 163 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4746. American Legion commander Ron Chandler reminded everyone to remember all veterans — and that they are all someone's wife, husband, brother, sister, mother or father. Veteran Chuck Katlic added that it's important to remember fallen veterans all..

Jul 4, 2011
Chuck and the Flags

Weatherford NOW July 2011 Honoring Others By Julie B. Cosgrove Eighty-plus-year-old Chuck Katlic served his country at the Battle of the Bulge in 1944-1945 with the 99th Division of the 394th Army Infantry. Mentioned in several articles and in one book, he has also been honor ed by Texas Governor Rick Perry for his service. This past May, he, along with other WWII veterans, was invited to tour the..

Jul 17, 2011
PARKER COUNTY — A plump red-orange sun slowly lifted from the horizon as a dozen Parker County residents gathered in the Brookshire’s grocery store parking lot in Willow Park Saturday morning. Members of the Bush Legacy Republican Women of Weatherford stood outside their cars as a small group of veterans in the American Legon Post 163 minivan sat waiting. About every six weeks, this group — sometimes larger when joined by more people — makes..

Nov 14, 2011
WEATHERFORD — Young and old, former and current, Marines of all ages gathered at American Legion Post #163 in Weatherford Friday night to celebrate a big birthday. The Marines, which was established in 1775, celebrated birthday number 236 on Nov. 10. The Weatherford post celebrated the event Friday in accordance with Veterans Day. “We have done this for 11 years in Weatherford,” Dan Dutton, who was a staff sergeant in the Marines, said. Dutton served..

Nov 14, 2011
WEATHERFORD — Every year, the nation gathers together to honor those who served in the military. On Saturday, Parker County gathered to pay tribute to veterans during the Parker County Veteran’s Day Parade outside the Weatherford Ninth Grade Center. “On behalf of all of us, I would like to give a heartfelt thank you to the veterans and their families,” American Legion Post 163 commander Bill Mallory said. “So many have served and paid the..

May 30, 2012
PARKER COUNTY — Memorial Day was remembered throughout Parker County Monday with several residents visiting the graves of veterans and placing flags to commemorate their service that helped defend America’s freedom. Battle of the Bulge veteran and American Legion Post 163 chaplain Chuck Katlic placed the post’s 100,000th Memorial Day flag on the grave of World War II veteran Army Sgt. Stephen Lengel. Boy Scouts of America and American Heritage Girls Troop 1136 honored those..

Jun 15, 2012
WEATHERFORD — American Legion Post 163 recognized Flag Day Thursday evening by giving about 2,000 flags a proper disposal ceremony. Veterans and young children were among the group that participated or watched the annual flag burning ceremony at the American Legion in Weatherford. Post Commander Bill Mallory said they’ve been disposing of the community’s unserviceable flags for a long time but began doing so in a more ceremonial manner about 10 years ago. The group..

Jul 15, 2012
Department of Texas American Legion Auxiliary announced tha Penny Chandler of Weatherford was elected Department of Texas American Legion Auxiliary Chaplain.

Sep 10, 2012
WEATHERFORD — The American Legion Post 163 has served as a meeting place as well as a social atmosphere for veterans and the community for several years. But within the next two months, the legion will be undergoing a major makeover, purchasing property near Cartwright Park to construct a new post. “In 2007, we started assessing the need to rebuild our post, repair it or replace it,” Ron Chandler, past commander and finance officer for..

Oct 12, 2012
PARKER COUNTY — Larry Rhoads had his military path already marked as a teenager. In 1964 at the age of 17, Rhoads, who had moved to Parker County in the second grade, persuaded his parents to sign him off to join the Navy. “My dad was in the Navy and served in World War II, and they had the prettiest uniforms,” he said. “Those Navy dress blues looked good.” The Poolville resident, born in Fort..

Nov 12, 2012
WEATHERFORD — “All gave some. Some gave all.” Veterans from around the area were honored for their service Saturday during the annual Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony in Weatherford. Parker County has one of the highest veterans concentration in Texas with one out of 10 residents being a veteran, according to keynote speaker Larry Jones, a retired Navy commander. Jones said there are 21 million veterans in the U.S., or 6.8 percent of the population...

Nov 12, 2012
Speaker Larry Jones talks about his experiences and honoring veterans while veteran Chuck Katlic looks on.

Dec 22, 2012
LoLo Galindo Sr., 86, of Weatherford, died Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012, in the local hospital. Service is 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 22, at St. Stephen's Catholic Church. Visitation was Friday in the chapel at Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel. Interment will be in East Greenwood Cemetery. Mr. Galindo was born Dec. 23, 1925, in Evant, Texas. He was a World War II Army veteran, retired owner of LG Roofing, a member of St. Stephen's Catholic Church..

Jan 22, 2013
Foundation, walls in place for post’s new headquarters adjacent to Cartwright Park Despite a few curve balls thrown by Mother Nature, construction for the new American Legion Post 163 continues to progress, with a concrete foundation and insulated walls already erected. Legion members and construction crews originally broke ground in September on a plot of land located next to Cartwright Park. “The post has definitely come along,” Ron Chandler, past Legion commander and chair of..

Jan 25, 2013
Roughly two years ago, the American Legion Post 163 began doing something for own military family. The post opened an account, in the name of American Legion Post 163 with Carter BloodCare, as a personalized account for legion members and their families. This year, the legion is hosting a blood drive to help fill that account. The drive takes place Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the South Main Walmart in Weatherford. “About..

Jan 26, 2013
The Post 163 Family parternered with Carter Blood Care in Memory of S.A.L. member, Dee Railsback who passed in the early part of January.

Mar 15, 2013
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 163 helped out the STACI class at Mary Martin Elementary by donating a digital camera to take on field trips.

May 17, 2013
Approval to move a proposed Parker County Veterans Memorial was granted Tuesday by Weatherford City Council. Members of the American Legion Post 163 and VFW Post 4746 had brought the idea to move the planned memorial from the corner of Eureka Drive and Santa Fe Drive to a spot in Soldier Spring Park. The Parks and Recreation Board approved the move, provided a completed memorial site plan was submitted prior to starting any construction. Parks..

May 28, 2013
After helping place flags Monday morning at veterans’ graves at Memory Gardens Cemetery, children, holding flags that would be placed later in the day at East Greenwood and other area cemeteries, listen to comments made by local veterans organization leaders. Dozens begin their Memorial Day holiday placing flags at veterans’ graves Weatherford Democrat The Weatherford Democrat Wed May 29, 2013 Before heading to the lake, shopping sprees or the backyard for a barbecue on a..

May 28, 2013
A member of National Sojourners, a Perrin resident and retired U.S. Army Reserves Maj. Donald Cranford donned Colonial-era patriot attire to join dozens of others in placing flags at the graves of veterans Monday morning at Memory Gardens Cemetery. Cranford later moved the group with a stirring rendition of the 1917 poem, “A Toast to the Flag.”

Jun 15, 2013
The American Legion Post 163 has served as a meeting place as well as a social atmosphere for veterans and the community for sveral years.

Jun 16, 2013
Weatherford American Legion Post 163 held dedications for its new post location and adjacent flagpole during ceremonies Friday morning. The post, now located at 200 Cartwright Park Road, was previously located on Eureka Drive. Post members had been trying to raise money to move the post to a new location for a number of years. First Vice Commander Brett Johnson, who has been with the post for five years, said after working with local real..

Jul 11, 2013
On July 11th, the American Legion Post 163 Family sponsored the 28th Annual Parker County Peach Festival.

Jul 12, 2013
American Legion Post 163 is looking for volunteer drivers and donations to keep its program of transporting veterans to their medical appointments up and running. Here, Chuck Katlic, center, presents a check to Russ Herrick, left, while Legion member Jesse Dye looks on. July 12, 2013 Drivers wanted Legion looks to community for help with veteran transportation Weatherford Democrat American Legion Post 163 is looking for a few good drivers. Legion members transport other veterans..

Jul 21, 2013
For all his work for American Legion Post 163 and area veterans, Chuck Katlic received a street named after him during a Thursday afternoon ceremony. Chuck Katlic Lane will forever be known as the street that leads off Cartwright Park Road, where the new Legion post is located, to the building itself. Post Commander Bill Mallory said the street name couldn’t happen to a better guy. “He’s done more for veterans here at the post..

Oct 17, 2013
Concept work on the proposed Veteran's Memorial at Soldier Spring Park was approved by the Weatherford Parks and Recreation Board during Tuesday night's meeting. Elizabeth McIlrath, a project manager with Dunaway and Associates, gave a detailed presentation of some of the things being considered for the park. All items will be implemented as funds become available from the fundraising efforts by Gold Star Families and local American Legion and VFW posts. To allow the three..

Nov 8, 2013
Monday is Veterans Day, and the Weatherford community will salute its veterans on Saturday morning with a program and parade. The festivities will begin at 9:30 a.m. with a short program held at the southwest corner of Roo Stadium where various guest speakers will give speeches honoring local veterans. After that, the annual parade will begin between 10:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m., leaving from the Ninth Grade Center on South Main Street and going north..

Nov 9, 2013
Other veterans say it is important to never let the importance of service be forgotten by the nation Monday is Veteran’s Day, a day when Americans are encouraged to remember the 22 million veterans who have served the country in peacetime and war. After serving their country and defending the freedoms Americans are accustomed to, it’s heartbreaking to hear what some veterans have come home to after serving in wartime. Many having been spit at,..

Nov 9, 2013
Rosalio Rodriguez, a 97-year-old World War II veteran, turned out for Saturday’s Veteran’s Day Ceremony with his son, David, accompanying him. The younger Rodriguez said his father is one of the oldest members of American Legion Post 163, which sponsored Saturday’s

Nov 14, 2013
A proposed veterans’ memorial in Soldier Spring Park is one step closer to fruition after Weatherford City Council members gave approval to a concept plan as part of Tuesday night’s council meeting. The plan for the memorial was approved by Parks and Recreation board members last month. City staff took over the concept plan earlier this year so the three groups asking for the memorial, Gold Star Families, American Legion and VFW posts, could focus..

Mar 1, 2014
2013 - Membership increase Youth Activities sponsored Community Service Parker County Veterans Day Parade Three blood drives Safe Halloween night Helped with VFW and Gold Star families for Veterans Memorial 2013 Law Enforcement Officer of the year 2013 Fire Fighter of the year New home for Post 163 at 200 Cartwright Park Road Annual Business Expo 100,000 flags on Veterans graves Service to troops/veterans Free transportation to VA hospital and clinics Heroes for hometown Auxiliary..

Jul 28, 2014
County Judge Mark Riley and Parker County commissioners proclaimed Parker County to be a “Purple Heart County” Monday, honoring local veterans and their families in a special ceremony held in the second floor courtroom of the historic courthouse. The Military Order of the Purple Heart Post 1513 in Tarrant County presented the court with a special award recognizing the county’s dedication and support honoring America’s combat wounded veterans. Parker County is the third in the..

Aug 7, 2014
The Funeral
For years, Charles Edward “Chuck” Katlic, Jr. has paid his respects to fallen military men. Now it is the public’s chance to return the favor, as the well-known Weatehrford man died Saturday night after a lengthy illness. He was 91. Katlic, a World War II and Battle of the Bulge survivor and significant contributor to the community of Weatherford and Parker County, was perhaps best known for his diligence in placing..

Jul 18, 2015
Vietnam veteran Mack Payne was one of several guest speakers. Payne, who trained at Fort Wolters, flew Cobra gunships for the 101st Airborne. Posted: Monday, July 20, 2015 4:22 pm By DAVID MAY | Lone Star News Group PARKER COUNTY – Vietnam-era veteran Keith Vaughan became unable to talk through the tears that began streaming down his face, tears carrying the faces and memories of friends he lost to that war. “I am just here..