Saturday, January 17, 2015

Driscoll, Texas

We try to make this annual event every year but last year, Manuel was pretty sick and we could not make it.  So glad we were able to make it this year.

This event is to honor PFC Leonel Aleman, Korean War, Killed in Action 9/11/1950 and SFC Richard M. Garcia, Vietnam War, Missing in Action March 19, 1971.

All Hometown Veterans are also honored during this event.  Here are some pictures of the event.

The Veterans Band directed by Mr. Ram Chavez prepare to perform.  The band is made up of Veterans from all branches of the Military. 

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Jesse Aleman, Host of this very special event.

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The Gold Star Families:  Gilbert & Debbie Garcia, Brother of SFC Garcia.

Frances Hernandez, Sister of SFC Garcia.

Esperanza Aleman, Sister of PFC Aleman.

Homer & Tina Aleman, Brother of PFC Aleman.

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The Mayor of Driscoll, John Aguilar.  I missed taking his picture as he welcomed everyone to Driscoll.

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My Brother, Jesse and My Niece, Elissa Molina who is the Driscoll Commissioner.  She gave an update on the renaming of two streets which is in the works.  Streets will  be renamed Aleman and Garcia. 

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The Keynote Speaker, Amado Gonzales, Retired, Military Order of The Purple Heart.

He was a great speaker and had a lot of information on Aleman and Garcia’s backgrounds while in the Military.

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The Gold Star Families receive the Laying of the Wreaths.

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The Special Tribute to the MIA/POW is such a touching presentation.  It brings tears to many.

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Then they called each of the military branches…  I missed the Army picture.

This was the US Marine Corp

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The US Navy.

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The US Air Force.

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The Coast Guard/Merchant Marine.

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All Military Veterans present….   Thank you Veterans!

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There was a good attendance. 

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The Patriot Riders are always present…  My Brother Jesse is a member of this group.

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Cristian Aleman recording the program….

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Mr. Ram Chavez has been a great mentor to my Brother, Jesse.  Thank you both for all you do.

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The Nueces County Sherriff is always present at this function. 

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Esperanza is such an inspiration to all of Driscoll.

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Gabriela and Cristian Aleman, My Brother’s grandchildren.

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My Sister in Law, Berta, Me, my Brother in law, Raul and my Sister, Alma.

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Year after year, this event continues to touch many lives.  We truly enjoyed all aspects of the program.  Thank you, Jesse for all your efforts and for recognizing our Fallen Heroes and our Veterans.  Love you, Brother.

A Big Thank You too to all those that helped cook the delicious meal that was served, along with wonderful home made desserts!  All was delicious.

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