Honoring those to whom honor is due

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Grandpa, on the left, during his last parade ride in 2011

I am interruping the photo challenge temporarily because I wanted to share some special photos honoring my Grandpa Ray who just recently passed away.  The town I grew up in, and where he lived most all of his life, has a summer festival complete with parade each July.  My Grandpa was in that parade as long as I can remember marching with a flag as part of the local VFW.  Grandpa was a proud WWII veteran and 5 time commander of his local VFW post.  He marched every year and then rode in a car when he could no longer make the walk.  They wanted to honor his memory and these are some of the photos I took to remember.

 

Led by the proud
 



His local VFW post, where he served many years, honoring him.
 
 
 
 
Grandpa's hat
 
 
 
 
and his American flag that was flown over the White House and presented as a gift by my parents. 
 
 
 
One last trip through town...
 



 
 
 







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  1. Simply BethJuly 14, 2014 at 4:38 AM

    This was incredibly moving, Mindy. I am so sorry for your loss. So beautiful to see how his life and service to our country was honored. Thank you for sharing with us. Blessings.

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    1. MindyJuly 15, 2014 at 8:29 PM

      Thanks so much Beth. Thanks to and prayers for you and your military family!

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  2. DawnJuly 14, 2014 at 6:21 AM

    oh my goodness... this brings me to tears. the kind of tears that remember. i remember how proudly my own grandpa rode in a vehicle, donning his hat, waving...

    what an honor for your family, for your grandpa ray. xoxo

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    1. MindyJuly 15, 2014 at 8:31 PM

      Thank you Dawn and thank you for your family's service too.

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  3. RobynJuly 14, 2014 at 12:14 PM

    Oh gosh, Mindy, what a lovely tribute to your grandfather. He looks like such a strong man! My condolences to you and your family, friend. Hugs.xoxo

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    1. MindyJuly 15, 2014 at 8:33 PM

      Strong indeed. He lived a good 96 years and the nursing home said he was a tough old bird coming through a few health scares in the last year.

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  4. Cheri Savory SpoonJuly 14, 2014 at 3:32 PM

    Hi Mindy, so sorry about your grandfather, looks like he was very much loved and respected.

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  5. Amy SullivanJuly 15, 2014 at 4:25 AM

    Ohhhh, this post. Beautiful in every way in both words and pictures.

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  6. StephanieJuly 16, 2014 at 8:57 PM

    Oh Mindy, this is simply beautiful and ever so touching! What a blessing and honor to have such a wonderful man for a grandfather! My heart goes out to you during this time of loss, but what a joy to read he had a long, full life.

    Thank you, my dear, sweet friend, for the many lovely comments on my blog. You truly bless my heart every time you visit. I hope you are enjoying your summer. Hugs to you!

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  7. MindyJuly 21, 2014 at 10:29 AM

    Thanks so much Stephanie.

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