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Cross Roads 2004 - The People
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Virginia Delegate Bobby Orrock challenges
“all to give all” in war between good and evil.
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Colonel Thomas Britt brings his uniform out of
retirement to proudly carry the U.S. Army flag.
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Past and present members of all branches of the Armed Forces,
along with their families, are honored for their service to our country.
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Brave men died so this little one
could be safe and happy today.
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Patricia Bell, after tirelessly gathering food and beverage donations from area merchants all week long, takes a break to visit with Richard Wilson.
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The program was packed with eloquent speakers, uplifting music,
and opportunities to honor our military -- all good reasons for applause.
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Newlyweds Anthony and Sarah Olivieri bow
their heads together to thank God for
protecting the country and their family.
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The Plants remember Paul’s U.S. Navy years
as the colors are brought forward.
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Those who served are honored and presented with commemorative pins.
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While the weather was perfect for playing
outside the tent, some were just played out
and ready for a rest.
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Gentle breezes picked up the flag
to remind us of those still missing.
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Memories of his service years show on Lonnie Tomlin’s countenance as he accepts his commemorative pin.
Delegate Bobby Orrock also presented the honors to Robert Daniel, Ely Grimes and Paul Plant.
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Don Nelson eagerly accepts his pin.
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Larry Hurst, Lonnie Tomlin, Robert Daniel, Ely Grimes, and Paul Plant watch as the rest of the servicemen and women receive their pins.
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The Presentation of Colors: Christian, Pastor Mark Dunn; Air Force, Pastor Josh Lizarraga;
Army, Col. Thomas Britt, Retired; Coast Guard, John Peterson; Marines, Ron Thomasson;
Navy, Ely Grimes; POW/MIA, Pastor Charles Olivieri; United States of America, Delegate Bobby Orrock.
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