2007
Veterans Vigil Committee |
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Robyn
Hollis, Student Chair
I have served on the committee since 2003. I am the student chairperson
for the Veterans Vigil Committee. I wanted to honor and serve
our military personnel. My Great Grandfather (Robert Fussell)
was in the Merchant Marines. Grandfather (Wayford Hollis) –
Navy during the Korean War. Cousin (Jonathan Hebert) –
National Guard during War on Terrorism. |
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Connie
Mears, Committee Chairperson
I serve as the chairperson for the Veterans Vigil Committee.
I have served proudly in this capacity since 2000. My family
boosts of their service in the military. Both my mother (1955-1957)
and father (1950-1957) were in the United States Army. They
met in the Army and later married. My dad was injured during
service and return to the states as a disabled veteran (DAV).
I had two uncles that served in the Merchant Marines. |
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Betty
Bryant
I have served on the committee since 1992. My father, Bill
Rogers was in the United States Army. Rogers was a POW/MIA in
WWII. He was killed on a Japanese Hellship. My husband, Dr.
Wendell Bryant, served in the United States Army for three years. |
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Mark
Cline
This is my third year to serve on the Veterans Vigil
Committee. I wanted to assist in any way possible, as I feel
it is a worthwhile event to honor all of our veterans. I have
20 years of active duty service in the United States Air Force. |
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Dr.
Jim Conrad
I am the University Archivist in the James G. Gee Library
and have served on the committee since 1995. I assist with the
historical exhibits in the MSC and coordinate with the Native
American Association laying of the wreath at the flame. |
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Doug
Hackett
Retired from the United States Navy and a member of
the committee for six years. I provide coordination of the
swearing in of the new recruits at the closing ceremony. And
I act as the vigil face for both L-3 Communications and the Naval Recruiting
District Dallas. |
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Mary
Lou Hazal
I have been involved on this committee since 1992. I am the
writer for news release from this committee. I became involved
due to my duties in Media Relations at the University. I enjoy
helping publicize Veterans Vigil events for the University
each year and learning about contributions made by veterans. |
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Rob
McWhorter |
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Chuck Nash
This is my first year to serve on the Veteran's Vigil Committee as co-chair. I am a Viet Nam Era Veteran of eight years, serving in the United States Air Force in Europe and the U.S. Upon discharge, I returned to my chosen profession of Social Work and Education which I am completing my 30th year of service. I am proud to be able to assist in honoring all levels of veterans and spouses who have so diligently served this country. |
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Dennis Pepper
I served in the US Navy from July 1963 until March 1967. I have been a member of The American Legion for 19 years and am the current Commander of the Bruce B. Williams American Legion Post #1, Commerce, TX. This is my first year on the Veterans Vigil Committee and I feel honored to serve. |
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Greg Mitchell
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Wayne
“Doc” Pierce
I have served on the committee since 1992. I have actively
served on the Veterans Vigil Committee to honor those who gave
the ultimate sacrifice to protect our country.
My Father served during the Korean War. |
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Patty
Scott
I have served on the committee since 2001 for 6 years. I am honored
to serve as Committee Secretary for the Veterans Vigil Committee. |
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Mike
Spaight
I have served on the committee since 1999. I served in the
United States Air Force and retired from military service. Fighter
Pilot. |
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Donna
Spinato
I am honored to serve on the Veterans Vigil Committee. It shows
the pride for my country and in a small way I can give back
to those men and women that served in the military. I come from
a military background. My Father was in the United States Air
Force. Father in Law served in the Navy. Numerous cousins served
military time for their country. This is my tenth year to serve
on the committee. |
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