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Post Members & Friends in Action |
December 14, 2024 - Wreaths Across America @ Highland Park
A Day to remember, Honor and Teach.
This year we set Post new record but the job is not yet done! This year we were able to place 900 wreaths, but our goal is 2,500 to honor all of those who served and died in defense of our nation, and our freedoms. May they never be forgotten.
This year we set Post new record but the job is not yet done! This year we were able to place 900 wreaths, but our goal is 2,500 to honor all of those who served and died in defense of our nation, and our freedoms. May they never be forgotten.
December 13, fluffing the wreaths - No easy task
2024 Veteran's Day Dinner
A great day to celebrate America and our brotherhood and sisterhood. Thank you to Gunnery Sergeant "Cowboy" and the Auxiliary for letting us have a momentous and enjoyable dinner. We all had our fill and were able to enjoy each other's company and hear good stories.
Think about joining us next year.
The Great Falls 9/11 RunOn 9/11 at 7pm, the Run started at the beginning of 10th and went all the around Great Falls in remembrance of this day in history. Many came to watch and participate at our Post in honoring those that were saved and lost on this day.
The beginning of the 9/11 Run on 10th w some of our VFW family holding up our flag, as many vehicles pass. These are only a few people who rode since there were so many there. |
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Never Forgotten: Harold Earl "Buster" Wheeler
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Harold Earl "Buster" Wheeler, 79, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2024, surrounded by his Daughter and Son-in- law in Great Falls, Montana. Born on February 21, 1945, in Tampa, Florida, Buster dedicated two decades of service to the United States Air Force, retiring as a Technical Sergeant. His post-military career was equally distinguished; he served as a Base Training Manager in the Federal Civil Service, a Base Hostage Negotiator, and notably, as the Great Falls VFW Post Commander and Montana VFW State Commander.
Buster was known for his great sense of humor, wit and dedication to every endeavor he undertook. His leadership and commitment extended into his leisure activities as well, where he presided over the Great Falls Voyagers Booster Club, participated as a member of the local American Legion, played darts with his wife Doris, enjoyed social gatherings at various local establishments, spending time with family, and of course, his most cherished pastime was dancing with his beloved wife at the West Side Vets. He is survived by his daughter, Wendy Haas, and son-in-law, Paul Haas; sister, Karen McDowell, brother, Tom (Gerry) Wheeler; grandchildren, Douglas (Kendra) and Tyler Haas; great-grandchildren, Noah, Arinna, and Jameson; along with numerous nieces. Buster was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Wheeler; son, Douglas Wheeler; father Harold and step-mother Pat Wheeler; mother, Madeline Wheeler and stepdad Nelson Lanier and sister, Stephanie Johnson. |
2023 01 21 - Hosted Mid-Winter Meeting
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This Saturday, VFW Post 1087 hosted the midwinter Meeting.
Out guest speaker was the former National Commander, BJ Lawrence. |
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2022 12 17 Wreaths Across America Day.
A complete success!
December 17 was a great success for our Wreaths Across America Event!! Thank you again to all who participated!
January 29th we will be meeting at Highland Cemetery at 1200 to collect them if you would like to help!
Click here to see pictures
January 29th we will be meeting at Highland Cemetery at 1200 to collect them if you would like to help!
Click here to see pictures
2022 11 24 Thanksgiving Day |
2022 07 24 Wreaths Across America
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Alaska State Convention. 9-11 Jun 22. North Pole, Alaska. |
Veteran's Day 2021 |
Having fun |
Being recognized |