I am preparing the arrangements for my father's funeral. I am on the phone with the funeral director and she is asking me all these questions. One question she asked was if my dad was in the military. I told her that he was in combat in World War II. She told be that because of his service he would be awarded the following honors.
That sat with me for a day or so. Today I had this thought. Had he lived another few months and Obama was elected President, his citation would be signed by him. If Obama were the President, I think I would refuse the citation as it would be an insult to every man and woman who served so gallantly in defense of this country.
Maybe I am off base here, but would that be an issue for any one else?
- He could be buried at any National cemetery of our choosing.
- He will receive a flag
- He will receive a citation, signed by the President, expressing his appreciation for his service to his country.
That sat with me for a day or so. Today I had this thought. Had he lived another few months and Obama was elected President, his citation would be signed by him. If Obama were the President, I think I would refuse the citation as it would be an insult to every man and woman who served so gallantly in defense of this country.
Maybe I am off base here, but would that be an issue for any one else?