By Shane Goodman | Lake Panorama Times
An appreciation award was presented to Candice Thompson for her 25 years of “trustworthy and faithful service to the Avenue Of The Flags Committee.”
The Master of Ceremonies was Lynn Zajicek. Hostesses were Deb Rockwell and Deb Moylan. Members of the Iowa National Guard, Reserves and Active Forces served as ushers.
Post Colors were provided by Color Guard, Boy Scouts troop 153, Panora, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by the Scouts. The National Anthem was sung by the United Methodist Church Community Choir. Father Ray Higgins provided the invocation.
Special patriotic music was offered by the United Methodist Church Community Choir.
The Unknown Soldier’s grave marker and wreath were in place. Veterans from WWI, WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War and Operation Enduring Freedom/Iraqi Freedom were honored. Lynn Zajicek offered appreciation of those now serving.
Names of past veterans’ flags dedicated were read by Cheryl Castile and Linda Burgess.
Panora Mayor Curtis Thornberry introduced the guest speaker, Congressman Zach Nunn.
Congressman Zach Nunn presents the flag for Theron Barnett to the family.
Father Higgins offered the benediction. Attendees retired to outside activities to view the raising of the dedicated flags, as well as a flag that flew over Washington, D.C., on the Main Pole.
For the Color Guard Salute, “TAPS” was played by Alex Olson, bugler.
Refreshments were served in the Community Center following the services, furnished by Panora WFPF and served by the committee members’ spouses.
Curtis Thornberry and Dave Carstens raise a flag that was flown over Washington, D.C., on the Main Pole. Congressman Zach Nunn presents the flag for Fred R. Hunter to the family. Veterans from WWI, WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, and Operation Enduring Freedom/Iraqi Freedom were honored. Special patriotic music was offered by the United Methodist Church Community Choir.
