World War II Veteran Requests 100 Cards for 100th Birthday
Today , Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham challenged the Bonham community and the State of Texas to show their support for U.S. Army Veteran and Clyde W. Cosper Texas State Veterans Home resident Ethelyn Szad Bell on her 100th birthday. Mrs. Bell's centennial celebration will be on October 4th and she has requested to receive 100 cards for this wonderful milestone.Mrs. Bell began her service in March of 1945 at the age of 21. After completing the Basic Training Course for Army Nurses, Mrs. Read More
VLB Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham Celebrates Texas State Veterans Homes Ranking Among Top in Texas and the Nation
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. is pleased to announce that three of our Texas State Veterans Homes (TSVH), the Alfredo Gonzalez TSVH in McAllen, Ambrosio Guillen TSVH in El Paso, and the William R. Courtney TSVH in Temple were ranked among Texas' top facilities in America's Best Nursing Homes 2023 by Newsweek. For more information read the article from Newsweek here.Veterans Land Board Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. Read More
Join Us For An Unaccompanied Veteran Burial At The Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery
On Thursday, July 13th at 10:00 a.m. sharp, the Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S Air Force Veteran Airman First Class (A/1C) Don R. Marcell. Born on January 30, 1934, A/1C Marcell served from October 1951 to October 1955. A/1C Marcell received the National Defense Service Medal for his service to our nation.A/1C Marcell is not expected to have any next-of-kin attend his burial. Please help us spread the word and ensure that this U.S. Air Force Veteran is not buried alone. Read More
Join Us For An Unaccompanied Veteran Burial At The Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery
On Thursday, July 13th at 11:00 a.m. sharp, the Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Navy Veteran Stephen Charles Gallagher. Born on August 24, 1956, Mr. Gallagher served from August 1973 to August 1974. Mr. Gallagher received the National Defense Service Medal for his dedicated service to our nation. Mr. Gallagher is not expected to have any next-of-kin attend his burial. Please help us spread the word and ensure that this U.S. Navy Veteran is not buried alone. Read More
Join Us For An Unaccompanied Veteran Burial At The Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery
On Wednesday, June 28th at 11:00 a.m. sharp, the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Army Veteran Private First Class (PFC) James Earl Pickens. Born on July 27, 1960, PFC Pickens served from August 1978 to August 1981.PFC Pickens is not expected to have any next-of-kin attend his burial. Please help us spread the word and ensure that this U.S. Army Veteran is not buried alone. Members of the Killeen community are encouraged to attend.PFC Pickens will receive military honors. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Recognizes Incredible Community Support for World War II Veterans 100th Birthday
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. is honored to update Texans on World War II Veteran U.S. Army Corporal Carl Reid's request to receive 100 cards for his 100th birthday on June 15th. In an incredible outpouring of support from people across our state and nation, Mr. Reid received over 4,500 cards. "One of the greatest responsibilities we have as citizens is to remember and be thankful for the bravery and sacrifices of the men and women who have served this great nation," said Commissioner Buckingham. Read More
World War II Veteran Requests 100 Cards for His 100th Birthday
Today, Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. called on the Big Spring community to show support for one of our courageous Veterans, World War II Veteran U.S. Army Corporal (CPL) Carl Reid, who turns 100 on June 15th. CPL Reid— a resident at the Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home (TSVH) in Big Spring— has requested at least 100 birthday cards for this incredible milestone. CPL Reid served in the U.S. Army during World War II, entering into active duty on September 26, 1944. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Honors Our Fallen Warriors on Memorial Day
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. is honored to join with her fellow Texans and as a nation on this Memorial Day to remember the lives lost in the name of liberty. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Announces Texas State Guard Colonel, Tony Dale as Executive Secretary of the Veterans Land Board
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. is pleased to announce Texas State Guard Colonel, Tony Dale as the Executive Secretary of the Veterans Land Board (VLB) for the General Land Office. The former member of the Texas House of Representatives joins the VLB from the Lower Colorado River Authority.“Texas Veterans will be in good hands,” said Commissioner Buckingham. “Tony’s experiences as a U.S. Read More
Join Us For An Unaccompanied Veteran Burial At The Texas State Veterans Cemetery At Abilene
On Friday, June 9 at 11:00 a.m. sharp, the Texas State Veterans Cemetery At Abilene will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Army Veteran Private First Class (PFC) Donald Lynn Barefield. Born on March 1, 1948, PFC Barefield served from November 1970 to March 1972. PFC Barefield received the Bronze Star Medal, Air Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. PFC Barefield is not expected to have any next-of-kin attend his burial. Read More