“ Why does Turnbow-Higgs American Legion Post 240 continue to present a Memorial Day Ceremony?”
“America is losing heroes everyday in Afghanistan and in military training accidents and missions around the world. The loss to their families, friends, fellow service members and country is permanent. Some were only teenagers and most of those killed in action were under age 25. In the eyes of their loved ones, they are forever young.This is why Memorial Day is so important. This why American Legion Post 240 continues to present a Memorial Day Ceremony. We don’t just honor those with the highest medals or even those who participated in the most hellacious firefights. We honor the more than one million men and women who lost their lives defending America in wars from the Revolution to the Global War on Terrorism. It is fitting to have days like this to remember our Heroes. “ – (paraphrased from American Legion Speeches) R.Easter
Turnbow-Higgs Post 240 held its 14th consecutive Memorial Day Ceremony at The American Legion Field of Honor located at West Memorial Cemetery in Stephenville, Texas. Prior to the year 2001 Post 240 Memorial day ceremonies were held at East End Cemetery. The ceremony was re- located to West Cemetery when all available veteran grave plots at East End were used.
Commander Roger Easter opened ceremony by welcoming audience and introducing guest. He then introduced Stephenville High school music director John Tucker, who led the High School Choir in the singing of the National Anthem.
Guest speaker, Department Chaplain Harvey Klee, followed with a very moving Memorial Tribute to our fallen warriors. Harvey's tribute was followed by a laying of wreath by Auxiliary Unit 240 President Patti Douglas and Post 240 Commander Roger Easter.
Post Honor guard closed the Ceremony with a rifle salute and Taps.
