The Battle Ground Senior Citizens hold monthly luncheons and every November the group celebrates veterans
Paul Valencia
Clark County Today
It was the monthly luncheon by Battle Ground Senior Citizens Inc., but this one had a special meaning.
Every November, the group holds a luncheon in honor of veterans.
On Monday, more than 200 guests were in attendance as organizers recognized those who served or family members of those who served.
In a poignant moment, widows and widowers of service personnel were asked to stand, say their loved one’s name, and the branch of service.
Later, veterans who served in the 1950s were asked to stand. Then the 60s, 70s, 80, 90s, and beyond.
All who stood were then asked to state their branch of service and their service time.
Also recognized were those who never made it home with the Missing Man Table, a table set for one with a chair to recognize all those killed or missing in action.
“It is so very important to honor the veterans who serve our country and value them and all they have done for us,” said Lori Lindberg, board advisor for Battle Ground Senior Citizens.
Tim Gunn performed the songs of the Army, Marines, Air Force, Navy, and the Coast Guard on the bagpipes to open the ceremony. He was set to perform Taps at the end of the event.
Veterans Days is Tuesday, Nov. 11. The annual Veterans Day Parade in Vancouver is set for 11 a.m. at the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site.
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