'Congratulations' to all the hard-working people involved in the preparation and presentation of yesterday's WWII Veterans Program at the Roy Community Center. It was an outstanding event and I was fortunate to be in attendance.

There were poppies, speeches, music, presentations, tributes and awards--all in honor of Harding county's veterans of WWII, both living and deceased. Six large, beautiful plaques, containing the names of over five-hundred Harding county vets, now hang on the east wall of the community center.

The very moving ceremony was attended by (I'm guessing) approximately four-hundred people. Exact numbers aside, many had to stand due to the overflowing crowd. I can't give you exact details of the event, as I wasn't there as a reporter--posting this article on the website came as an afterthought just this morning. Besides, I was too busy enjoying myself, visiting with dozens and dozens of old friends and former students, some of whom I hadn't seen in over thirty years.
After the stimulating program, there was plenty of excellent food and conversation for all.

Please use the guestbook below to add your own personal comments about the May 29th celebration.....thank you's....what was most meaningful to you,
...impressions...seeing old friends....etc.  A lot of hard work and preparation went into this event and there was a great turnout. If you are as appreciative as I am, leave your comments on the guestbook below by clicking on  "Sign My Guestbook." 
All that is needed on the sign-in form is your name, email address, and of course, your comments.


Note:  If any of those responsible for organizing the event would care to send me a more "official" schedule of the events and participants....and pictures as they become available....I will be happy to enlarge this page with more information and photos.

Thank you all again for a very moving, and very great experience...

Jerry Phillips, former Roy band director.....'69, '70, '71