UNACCOMPANIED VETERAN BURIAL TO BE HELD AT RIO GRANDE VALLEY TEXAS STATE VETERANS CEMETERY
Today, Texas Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush announced that on Friday, February 14, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. SHARP, the Rio Grande Valley Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Mission will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran burial for SA George Washington Dorset. Born on February 22, 1935, Mr. Dorset served in the United States Navy from June 15, 1955 to October 3, 1957. Mr. Dorset is not expected to have anyone attend his burial. Please help us spread the word and ensure that our United States Navy Veteran is not buried alone. Read More
UNACCOMPANIED VETERAN BURIAL TO BE HELD AT CENTRAL TEXAS STATE VETERANS CEMETERY
Today, Texas Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush announced that on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. SHARP, the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran burial for SN Michael Charles Pry. Born on February 11, 1947, Mr. Pry served in the United States Navy from February 11, 1964 to February 9, 1968. He received the National Defense Service Medal. Mr. Pry is not expected to have anyone attend his burial. Read More
COMMISSIONER GEORGE P. BUSH HOSTS GRAND OPENING CEREMONY FOR TEXAS STATE VETERANS HOME
On Friday, February 7, Texas Land Commissioner and Chairman of the Veterans Land Board George P. Bush celebrated the opening of the 9th Texas Veterans home with members of the Houston community, State Representatives, Mayor Turner and individuals from all over the state who are committed to serving Texas Veterans."As Texas Land Commissioner I am honored to give a lot of speeches, but none more important than those honoring our military Vets. Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY: GRAND OPENING OF HOUSTON TEXAS STATE VETERANS HOME
On Friday, February 7, the community is invited to join Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush for the grand opening of the brand-new Richard A. Anderson Texas State Veterans Home. The grand opening ceremony will be held at 14041 Cottingham Road, Houston, Texas 77048 at 11:30 a.m. The community is encouraged to attend.Ceremony HighlightsOH-6A Helicopter Flyover and Parachute Jump=Keynote “Lone Survivor” Marcus LuttrellKeynote Ret. Major General Tony CucoloPresentation of Bust of Richard A. Read More
VALENTINE'S DAY SWEETHEART'S LUNCHEON HOSTED BY WATKINS-LOGAN TEXAS STATE VETERANS HOME
On Friday, February 14, the Watkins-Logan Texas State Veterans Home will host their Annual Sweetheart’s Luncheon in celebration of Valentine’s Day. The event, sponsored by Flint Baptist Church Angel Chef's, will have a live band, food and refreshments and a chance for the residents to have their picture taken with their sweetheart. During the event, elementary students will deliver flowers to the residents in response to the Angel Tree.Annual Valentine's Sweetheart's Luncheon Friday, February 14, 2020 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Read More
VLB TO HOST TEXAS VETERANS BENEFITS FAIR IN HUMBLE ON FEBRUARY 15TH
A free “come and go” benefits fair for Texas Veterans will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Saturday, February 15, 2019, at the Humble Civic Center. The fair, targeting all area Veterans, military members and their families, is one of several held throughout the state in 2020.Officials from the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB) will be on hand to provide information on state programs including land, home and home improvement loans, as well as Texas State Veterans Homes and Cemeteries for Veterans and military members in Texas. Read More
JOIN US: GRAND OPENING OF HOUSTON TEXAS STATE VETERANS HOME
On Friday, February 7, the community is invited to join TexasLand Commissioner and Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush for the grand opening of the brand-new Richard A. Anderson Texas State Veterans Home. The grand opening ceremony will be held at 14041 Cottingham Road, Houston, Texas 77048 at 11:30 a.m. The community is encouraged to attend.Ceremony Highlights OH-6A Helicopter Flyover and Parachute Jump Keynote “Lone Survivor” Marcus Luttrell Keynote Ret. Major General Tony Cucolo Presentation of Bust of Richard A. Read More
QUILTS OF VALOR FOUNDATION PRESENTATION
On Saturday, January 11, 2020 the Clyde W. Cosper Texas State Veterans Home will host an event dedicated to honoring Army Veteran, James Henry who resides in the home at 2:00 p.m. James Henry, a United States Army Veteran, will be presented with a Quilt of Valor from the Quilts of Valor Foundation for his service. To receive a quilt from the Quilts of Valor Foundation, a living service member or Veteran must be nominated to receive the honorable gift. Family members nominated Mr. Read More
UNACCOMPANIED VETERAN BURIAL TO BE HELD AT CENTRAL TEXAS STATE VETERANS CEMETERY
Today, Texas Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush announced that on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. SHARP, the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran burial for BUCN Mark Lancaster. Born on August 3, 1955, Mr. Lancaster served in the United States Navy from January 10, 1974 to May 10, 1976. He received the National Defense Service Medal. Mr. Lancaster is not expected to have anyone attend his burial. Read More
WWII VETERAN REQUESTS 100 CARDS FOR 100th BIRTHDAY
Today, Chairman of the Veterans Land Board George P. Bush asked the community for help in ensuring WWII Navy Veteran Lyndoll Hurley receives 100 birthday cards for his centennial birthday.It’s not every day that a WWII Veteran turns 100 years old. On Wednesday, January 8, WWII United States Navy Veteran Lyndoll Hurley will turn 100 years young. Lyndoll Hurley proudly served in WWII in the Navy. Please help us celebrate this momentous occasion by sending a birthday card to Lyndoll Hurley’s home at the Clyde W. Read More