Dooley: Appreciation for American Legion color guard

On behalf of the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, I sincerely thank the color guard from the American Legion Post 58 in Fountain Hills.

On Saturday, July 27, the Fountain Hills color guard proudly presented our nation's colors to welcome 500 military and veteran survivors grieving the loss of their service members in Scottsdale, Arizona. This event was part of the 2024 Western Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp, organized by the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), a national nonprofit dedicated to providing compassionate care and comprehensive resources to all those grieving the death of a military or veteran loved one.

During the seminar, Anna Blackmon, Senior Spouse from Luke Air Force Base, performed the national anthem while CMSgt Shaffer and Chaplain Tarr joined in honoring our fallen heroes and supporting their families. Volunteers from Luke Air Force Base welcomed survivors and supported the event, in addition to volunteers from Horizon Pool Care and Dazzle Pools here in Fountain Hills. Their presence and commitment to selfless service underscore the ongoing dedication to our nation’s military community.

Thank you, Fountain Hills American Legion Post 58, for your volunteer service and for paying tribute to those who have served our great nation and died.

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