By GAGE WILSON
Glasgow News 1
Communities across southern Kentucky have come together to show support for a fallen veteran from Park City. U.S. Navy Seaman First Class Elmer Lawrence, who perished at the attack on Pearl Harbor more than 80-years ago, will be Saturday, July 22, at Shiloh Baptist Church.
Residents from across Barren County have been honoring Lawrence by placing flags along Park City-Bon Ayr road to Old Bowling Green road, the anticipated route the hearse and bike escort will take to the church. Some residents are also decorating their property with yellow ribbons, a practice common for citizens to show home-front support for military personnel.
The hearse and its escort is expected to arrive in Smiths Grove around noon depending on traffic. The viewing is scheduled at 1 p.m. with the funeral beginning at 2:30 p.m. Lawrence will be interred with full military honors. Those able to attend are encouraged to celebrate the life and service of Lawrence.
Related Content:
Saturday is proclaimed as Elmer Lawrence Day to honor fallen Pearl Harbor seaman
Gov. Beshear recognizes Park City veteran who died at Pearl Harbor, orders flag at half staff on July 22
Comments