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Originally Posted by Baseballcrazy62
Lost my Dad on November 13 of last year. He was a proud WWll vet and never took that ball cap that said “WWll Vet” on it. Probably a bit of a homer here but his military funeral was one of the most intense I have ever attended. The flag folding ceremony done by active Navy personnel was something to see. I was privileged to deliver his eulogy. My brother also served in Vietnam as well. Thank you to all the vets for the sacrifices you made for all of us.
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"On behalf of the President of the United States, the United States Navy and a grateful nation, please accept this flag as a symbol of our appreciation for your loved one's honorable and faithful service."
My dad was a Navy veteran and the only thing he ever asked for was a military funeral with the gun salute and the flag draped coffin. When I heard the above statement spoken to my mom upon the presentation of the flag I lost it. A grown 6'4, 400 pound guy crying like a baby because my dad was no longer here but more importantly, I could not be prouder of the man who he was and the fact that he served his country with such pride and honor.
My thanks to all who served.