Monthly Archives: August 2011

Firebird Nine One Crew Drawing by Massachusetts Artist

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Marylou Crosby Wade

This pencil drawing was given to our family at the funeral of WO George A. (Andy) Howes earlier this month in Arlington, Virginia. The drawing was done by artist Gina Johnson of Woburn, MA. Gina has sketched many military members … Continue reading →

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Capt. Crosby Funeral by Rolling Thunder

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Marylou Crosby Wade

Last month I contacted the president of the Viriginia Chapter 3 Rolling Thunder to invite them to the funeral of WO3 George Andrew Howes at Arlington National Cemetery, August 5.  This chapter, including many, many other Rolling Thunder chapters across … Continue reading →

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Facebook Page for Andy Howes

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Marylou Crosby Wade

View the In Memory Facebook page for Andy: Facebook: In Memory of George Andrews [Andy] Howes Lots of information, photos, video of Knox, Indiana Welcome Home services.

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Welcome Home American Hero-George Andrew Howes

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Marylou Crosby Wade

​ Today, August 1, 2011, WO3 George Andrew (Andy) Howes comes home to Knox, Indiana. It’s been over 40 years, way too long, but he is finally home. The whole town is expected to welcome home their hero. Escorted by … Continue reading →

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