Post Everlasting

Post 111 members who are now members of Post Everlasting
The American Legion’s motto is “For God and Country“. The Legionnaires listed on this page all served their country in times of war and of peace. Some retired and some served just a few years, and some were Prisoners of War (POW’s) or Missing In Action (MIA).
Regardless of their status or years of service, each one gave of themselves so that this great country can be free and stay free.
As Legionnaires, these men continued to serve their country. They served so that young Americans could learn the value of Americanism and Patriotism. They served so that young Americans could benefit from the experiences of these patriots.
And now their service has come to an end and we honor them; for their lives, for their service, for their patriotism, and for what they did for
Horry Post 111 and the citizens of Conway, SC.
Alan Lee Nagy; December 31, 2020
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Mr. Earl Brooks: Funeral July 26, 2020
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Mr. Hoyt P. Parker: July 15, 2020It is with sadness that we report the death of Mr. Hoyt Parker. Hoyt passed away on July 15, 2020, at the age of 88. He was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force and served in the Korean War. Hoyt was a 17-year member of American Legion Post 111. He will be missed by all. No picture is available at this time. |
Jesse Elbert Long, Jr.: November 19, 2019
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John Edward Batten, III: October 11, 2019
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William "Bill" H. Long, April 19, 2019Post 111 bids a last farewell to Legionnaire William (Bill) H. Long who passed into Post Everlasting Friday, April 19, 2019 at 92 years of age. Bill, a U.S. Navy veteran, was a long-term active member of American Legion Post 111. |
Clarence George Morrison, Jr.: February 25, 2019Post 111 bids a last farewell to Legionnaire Clarence George Morrison Jr. who passed into Post Everlasting February 25, 2019. He was a long-term member of Post 111 and was a proud Navy Veteran. He will be missed by all at the Post. |
George Olson: Thursday, January 10, 2019
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Gene Oliver Sparks: October 3, 2018
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David Kersey, March 25, 2018
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William Henry Robertson Jr., February 7, 2018
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Winston Paul Watts, January 9, 2018
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William (Bill) Edward Teal, December 21, 2017
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Eddie B. Dix, July 10, 2017Legionnaire Eddie B. Dix passed away Monday, July 10, 2017. As a Vietnam Veteran, Eddie served in the United States Marine Corps. Eddie was also a long term member of American Legion Horry Post 111. His memorial service was held at Goldfinch Funeral Home in Conway, SC. and American Legion Post 111 provided an honor detail. No picture is available |
Jerry Hoyt Sanders, May 10, 2017
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Francis (Frank) G. Loftus Sr., Late April, 2017Legionnaire Frank Loftus Sr., passed away in late April, 2017. Frank was a two year member of Post 111 and had recently volunteered to participate in several of our Post functions. The family did not have any local services. |
Joseph Romeo, February 24, 2017
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Patrick J. Argento, February 23, 2017
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John Mark Johnson, February 20, 2017
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David P. "Scotty" Scott: January 26, 2017
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Sandy Gillison: January 2, 2017
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Richard Booth: August 8, 2016Legionnaire Richard N. Booth passed away Monday, August 8, 2016 at his residence. He was a US Army Captain proudly serving his country during the Vietnam War. He continued to serve his country as a member of American Legion Post 111 through 2013. No picture is available |
Russell Hodges: April 28, 2016
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Dr. Edward Alan Coy: November 11, 2015
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Wayne G. Lambert: August 18, 2015
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John Marion Vaught Jr.: June 26, 2015
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John C. (J.C.) Bennett: April 18, 2015
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Delford "Del" John Kalal: February 19, 2015
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Larry Greene: February 12, 2015Post 111 and Legion Riders Chapter 111 (ALRSC Chapter 111) bids a fond farewell to Legionnaire Larry "Grumpy" Greene who passed away in his sleep, Thursday morning, February 12, 2015. Larry was a proud member of Horry Post 111 as well as the Assistant Director of American Legion Riders Chapter 111 of South Carolina, a Program of Horry Post 111. Larry was instrumental in establishing the Riders Chapter in Post 111. Larry was a US Marine Veteran, serving three tours of duty in Vietnam, receiving two Purple Hearts, Combat Action Ribbon, Navy Unit Commendation, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, Vietnam Civil Action Ribbon, Vietnam Campaign Ribbon and Missing In Action. He enjoyed flying, golf, Michigan sports (Football), Harley Davidson motorcycles, hot sauces (the hotter the better) and an avid gun collector. Accomplishing his dream of moving to Myrtle Beach to retire, he became a member of Combat Vets, supporting his fellow veterans. He was also a member of Masonic Lodge 32nd degree and Baby Horry Charity. He participated in Rolling Thunder and Wreaths Across America. Larry was 62 years old. The picture on the right above is of the State Director of ALRSC, Grady Richardson, presenting the Charter of ALRSC-111 to the Commander of Post 111 with Larry looking on. |
Francis F. Hardee: November 30, 2014Horry Post 111 bids a fond farewell to Legionnaire Francis F. Hardee who passed away at home Sunday, November 30, 2014. Francis was a proud member of our American Legion Post; if he could get out of the house, he was at our Legion meetings, and he ALWAYS had a smile. His daughter Ann was also there with him each time because, as she said, "Daddy loved going to the American Legion meetings and he was so proud that we were growing". Unless you went to church with him, the last time most of us saw him was at the annual Veterans Day Banquet November 10th. Francis, age 90, served in the Army during WWII with the 381st Engineer Combat Battalion 9th Army from 1942 - 1946. |
W.L. "Stick" Chestnut: September 25, 2014
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Luria "Lou" Cox: September 3, 2014
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William B. Woodward "Burroughs": April 25, 2014
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Gilbert Burke Ellerby: March 27, 2014
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Many more of our Legionnaires have passed away through the years but those shown here make up all that have passed on to Post Everlasting since this website was started. We do not wish to slight anyone and hope that if your loved one is missing from the list, you will forgive us and offer us information so that we may include them.
A Veteran Died Today (A Poem)
He was getting old and paunchy, and his health was failing fast.
And he sat around the Legion, telling of his past.
Of the war that he had fought in. Of the deeds, he had done.
Of the exploits with his buddies. They were heroes, everyone.
Though, sometimes to his neighbors, his tales became a joke.
All his buddies listened, for they knew whereof he spoke.
But we’ll hear his tales no longer, for old Bill has passed away.
And the world’s a little poorer, for a Veteran died today.
No, he wasn’t mourned by many, just his children and his wife.
For he lived an ordinary, very quiet sort of life.
He held a job and raised a family, quietly going on his way.
And the world won’t note his passing though a Veteran died today.
When politicians leave this earth, their bodies lie in state.
While thousands note their passing, proclaiming they were great.
The papers tell their life stories, from the time that they were young.
But the passing of a Veteran goes unnoticed and unsung.
Is the greatest contribution to the welfare of this land,
Some jerk who breaks his promise, and cons his fellow man?
Or the ordinary fellow, who in times of war and strife,
Goes off to serve the country. And offers up his life.
The politician’s stipend, and the style in which they live.
Are sometimes disproportionate, to the service that they give.
While the ordinary Veteran, who offered up his all
Is paid off with a medal and perhaps a pension small
It’s so easy to forget, for it was so long ago.
That our Bob’s and Jim’s went to battle, but we know.
It was not the politician, with his compromise and ploy,
Who won for us this freedom that our citizens enjoy.
Should you find yourself in danger, with your enemies at hand.
Would you really want some cop-out, with his ever-waffling hand.
Or would you want a Veteran, who has sworn to defend
His home, his kin and his country and fight until the end?
He’s just a common Veteran and his ranks are growing thin.
But his presence should remind us we may need his like again.
For when countries are in conflict, we find the Veterans’ part
Is to clean up all the troubles that the politicians start.
If we cannot do him honor, while he’s alive to hear the praise.
Then at least let’s give him homage at the ending of his days
Perhaps a simple headline in the paper that might say,
“Pay honor to this hero, for a Veteran died today”