Lewistown resident Tim Pierce and many other veterans were honored at the annual Veterans Day Celebration held in the Indian Lake High School auditorium Wednesday afternoon. Pierce also received the American Flag that was flown over the Logan County Courthouse in September.
Pierce was in the United States Marine Corps from 1976 until 1982. A recipient of the Good Conduct Medal, Pierce served as a machine gunner and a security guard while in the corps.
Pierce grew up in Holmes County, Ohio and graduated from West Holmes High School in 1976.
Pierce talked about being honored:
Pierce and the other veterans were entertained by selections by the Indian Lake Choir, including the Star Spangled Banner. Each branch of the military was honored with the playing of their respective anthem, and the ceremony concluded with the playing of Taps.
After the ceremony, the veterans were dismissed to the Auxiliary gym for refreshments and the opportunity to mingle with students.
