RV_ Posted June 10, 2016 Report Share Posted June 10, 2016 The takeaway from this emotional show of camaraderie and respect was stated by a Marine attendee who said: "“I said to myself: unacceptable,” William Jones, a retired Marine told The Freelance-Star. “We serve together, so therefore we should not die alone.” Excerpt: "Four people were expected to attend the funeral Tuesday of a 91-year-old U.S. Navy veteran who died last month with no known living relatives. But 20 minutes before the ceremony at Quantico National Cemetery in Virginia-- a caravan of cars created a traffic jam. Word got out on social media that Serina Vine could have been buried alone, and an estimated 200 people, including veterans, showed up to pay their respects for the woman who worked in radio intelligence from 1944 to 1946, The Freelance-Star reported. “I said to myself: unacceptable,” William Jones, a retired Marine told The Freelance-Star. “We serve together, so therefore we should not die alone.” Vine lived the last 20 years of her life at the Department of Veterans Affairs Community Living Center in Washington." There is more with pics of MS Vine and the Pastor at Quantico in the article here: http://www.foxnews.com/us/2016/06/09/hundreds-show-up-for-funeral-veteran-with-no-known-living-relatives.html RV/Derekhttp://www.rvroadie.com Email on the bottom of my website page.Retired AF 1971-1998 When you see a worthy man, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy man, look inside yourself. - Confucius “Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities.” ... Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harley-dave Posted June 11, 2016 Report Share Posted June 11, 2016 I've been to several funerals with the Patriot Guard like this. Very few or no family but someone called and we went. Usually have a flag line and taps for the Vet. Always tough to do. So sad that they are forgotten. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RV_ Posted June 12, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 Thanks Dave, it is. RV/Derekhttp://www.rvroadie.com Email on the bottom of my website page.Retired AF 1971-1998 When you see a worthy man, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy man, look inside yourself. - Confucius “Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities.” ... Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamtracy Posted June 13, 2016 Report Share Posted June 13, 2016 This is awesome!!! James 2024 GMC 3500HD DRW Denali Diesel 2019 Keystone Avalanche 396BH USN Retired Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StarDreamers.us Posted August 18, 2016 Report Share Posted August 18, 2016 Thank you for sharing. Please note that in many places the local AL or VFW post will let members know about an upcoming burial with no family members. The Vets will attend so no one is forgotten. I have been to several myself. Thank a VET for the freedom we have. Safe Travels! SKP #89742 - Lifetime membership - Member of the SKP Class of 2007Good Sam Club - Lifetime MemberDataStorm #5423Passport America - Lifetime MemberSons Of The American Revolution (SAR) - Lifetime MemberAmerican Legion - USAF - Lifetime MemberRotary Club Member - 30 years Escapee CARE Supporter National Wildlife Refuge Volunteer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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