Horry Post 111

 HONOR GUARD

"In Service to Valor, In Tribute to Sacrifice"

MISSION STATEMENT

The Honor Guard’s primary mission is to provide Military Honors for members of Post 111 when requested. The Honor Guard will also provide Military Honors when requested for:

A Veteran spouse of a member of Post 111

A Veteran member of the Post Auxiliary Unit 111

A Veteran member of Squadron 111 Sons of the American Legion

Participation in other Honor Guard related events for our sister American Legion Posts

Participation for other veterans to provide military honors in the Conway, SC and surrounding area

Post 111 Honor Guard can also be involved in all other activities deemed worthy or neccessary to promote public relations for the American Legion Post 111 at the discretion of the Post Commander and the Honor Guard Commander. This includes posting and retiring colors at ceremonies or representing Post 111 for other American Legion events

Honor Guard Appearance Request    HONOR GUARD FUNERAL REQUEST

HONOR GUARD MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Honor Guard Post 111 Bio

Charter/Oranization Date: Jun 2022

Nate Compton, a Post 111 member, proposed at the Post meeting on May 2022, that an Honor Guard team be created for Post 111.

Our Founding Members:

Nate Compton, Rick Lab, Connie Arturet, Glenn Olsen, and Jeff Pino

The by-laws were created on January 9^th, 2023 followed by the approval and signature of the Post Adjutant, Dave Goodman and Post Commander, Don Deane.

First Post Honor Guard Commander – Nate Compton (2022-2023)

First Post Honor Guard Vice Commander – Rick Lab (2022-2023)

Currently the Honor Guard has 8 members

Since 2022, the Honor Guard has participated in the following events:

2022

Academy of Arts – Post Colors – Nov 11^th

Post 111 Annual Banquet – Post & Retire Colors – Nov 12^th

First United Methodist Church Christmas Program – Post Colors – Dec 16^th

2023

Flag Ceremony & Induction of Post 111 Officers – Post Colors – June 12^th

Conway Church of God – Post & Retire Colors – June 25^th

Academy of Arts – Post Colors – Nov 10^th

Palmetto Pointe Church of God’s Patriotic Service – Post & Retire Colors – Nov 10^th

Post 111 Annual Banquet – Post & Retire Colors – Nov 11^th

2024

Post 111 Memorial Day Celebration – Post Colors – May 27^th

Funeral Ceremony for William E. Smith (USMC Ret.) – Jun 1^st

Flag Ceremony & Induction of Post 111 Officers – Post Colors – Jun 10^th

Funeral Ceremony – Meredith (Murph) Crutchley Sr (USAF Ret.) – Aug 10^th

Pelicans Baseball game honoring Post 111 in celebration of 100^th Anniversary – Post Colors – Aug 17th

First United Methodist Church Long Bay Symphony - Post Colors - Nov  9th

Palmetto Pointe Church of God Patriotic Service - Post & Retire Colors - Nov 9th

Lakewood Elementary School - Post Colors - Nov 11th

Post 111 Annual Baquet - Post & Retire Colors - Nov 11th

Conway Christmas Parade - Carry Post Banner - Dec 14th

2025

Celebration of Life for Doug Williams - Presented United States Flag to widow - May 18th

Post 111 Memorial Day Celebration - Post Colors - May 26th

Celebration of Life for Alan Vancil - Presented United States Flag to Grandson - June 26th

Brighton Lakes Subdivision - Post Colors - Nov 8th

Post 111 Annual Baquet - Post Colors - Nov 8th

Lakewood Elementary - Post Colors - Nov 11th

Loris Chamber of Commerce Event - Post Colors - Nov 11th

Memberships:

Honor Guard membership is open to all active and eligible members of Post 111. This is a voluntary membership for the good of the Post, it’s members, and the community.

For more information and to join the Honor Guard, please contact either the Post Adjutant or the Post Honor Guard Commander

or simply print and fill out an application below:

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Post 111 Honor Guard Uniforms

Honor Guard By-Laws

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I obtain an American Flag for my loved ones funeral service?

Flags are most easily obtained from the mortuary or crematorium that cared for your loved one after they passed. They can also be obtained through the VA's website or at a local U.S. Post Office. You will be required to provide a completed VA Form 21-2008 and a copy of the Veteran's DD Form 214 (military discharge papers).

2. Is there a cost for funeral Honor Guard services?

The price for our services was paid in full by the veteran's honorable service to their country. We consider it an honor and privilege to pay them back and serve them in return. Should the family feel compelled to do so, donations are humbly accepted but not expected. Any donations we receive are used solely to purchase and maintain uniforms and equipment. Individual team members are never paid for their services.

Similarly, our team considers it our duty and an honor to guard the colors that represent our Country and its honored institutions. As such, we do this at no charge. For those organizations that are able, we do accept and appreciate donations for Honor Guard services as a means of maintaining our uniforms and equipment to the highest possible standards.

3. What are the meanings of the 13 folds of the American Flag?

While not officially mandated, these are some common interpretations:

1. First Fold: Symbolizes life and its preciousness. 
2. Second Fold: Represents a belief in eternal life. 
3. Third Fold: Honors the veteran departing the ranks and defending their country. 
4. Fourth Fold: Symbolizes citizens trusting in God. 
5. Fifth Fold: Acknowledges and pays tribute to the country. 
6. Sixth Fold: Pledge of allegiance to the flag and the republic. 
7. Seventh Fold: Tribute to the armed forces for protecting the country and the flag. 
8. Eighth Fold: Honors those who entered the valley of the shadow of death. 
9. Ninth Fold: A tribute to womanhood, recognizing their faith, love, loyalty, and devotion. 
10. Tenth Fold: Honors fathers who have given their sons and daughters for the country. 
11. Eleventh Fold: In the eyes of Hebrews, it represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon, glorifying the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. 
12. Twelfth Fold: In the eyes of Christians, it represents an emblem of eternity, glorifying God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. 
13. Thirteenth Fold: Reminds us of the national motto, "In God We Trust," with the stars uppermost.