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Pictured above is a composite photo of how the Veterans Memorial might look when completed. There will also be shrubs placed around the base of the memorial and a bronze dedication plaque.
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Sculptor Ron Petitt has been commissioned to create a veterans memorial that will honor all veterans of all generations. The unique design will incorporate a 6' black granite star topped with a black granite column with five one-half life size bronze sculptures that represent both male and female members of the different branches of service in their dress uniforms. Located above each figure will be a bronze plaque with the service emblem for each branch of service. Dedication of the memorial is planned for Veterans Day 2008.
The Veterans Memorial project is being sponsored by The Southeast Texas Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 292, with support from the Jefferson County Commissioners Court and the Ben J. Rogers Regional Visitors Center.

On Veterans Day 2007, a press conference was held at The Ben J. Rogers Regional Visitor Center to unveil the model design for the Veterans Memorial. The above photo shows artist Ron Petitt and Jefferson County Precinct 4 Commissioner "Bo" Alfred (bottom row, second from left) posing with veterans and members of VVA Chapter 292. When completed, the Veterans Memorial will be located outside the Ben J. Rogers Regional Visitor Center at 5055 IH-10 South.
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SPONSORS (Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum Sponsors will appear permanently on the Memorial) |
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V V A SETX Chapter 292 |
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Quality Mat Company |
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Rogers, Regina |
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Valero Port Arthur Refinery |
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Hotel Beaumont |
All Veterans |
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Chevron Products Company |
Thanks to Jim Beck |
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ExxonMobil |
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Gibson, T. C. & Rosemary |
Honoring TA Gibson,Jr & RN Baynes |
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I.B.E.W. Local Union 479 |
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Matherne, Bob |
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Mesecher, Ver Neil |
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Moor, Ted E. Jr. |
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Moore, Ray & Mary |
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Vietnam Veterans Assistance Foundation of Texas |
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All Around Travel, Inc. |
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American Legion, Dorie Miller Post 817 |
Honoring God and Country |
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Barbee, Charles & Mary |
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Barnes Equipment |
Honoring Gary Cranor |
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Baynes, Richard |
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Bernard, Donald II |
Honoring Gary Cranor |
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Bickford, Clayton & Betty |
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Breitling, Susan & Daniel |
Honoring Gary Cranor |
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Buffington, Bob & Gloria |
Honoring Ray Hardy |
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Conway, Nancy |
Honoring Kerwin Stone |
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Creative Corrections, LLC |
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Currie, Cecelia |
Honoring Gary Cranor |
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Deering, Mr. & Mrs. Clarence |
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Ebebezer Missionary Baptist Church |
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Foley, Gretchen |
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Forrest Lawn |
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Frank, Robert |
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Gary, Carol |
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Gates, Randall & Linda |
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Giglio Distributing Co. |
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Go Web Systems |
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Gossett, Ron & Pat |
Honoring Gary Cranor |
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Hardy, Barry |
Honoring Ray Hardy |
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Hardy, Dale |
Honoring Ray Hardy |
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Hardy, Elizabeth |
Honoring Ray Hardy |
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Herron, Mr. & Mrs. John A. |
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Joe M. Bloomfield, Inc. |
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Johnson, Peggy |
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Lafley, Chester |
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Lord, Evelyn M. |
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Market Basket |
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Mattox, Kathy |
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McCown, Sue |
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McDonald, Patsy |
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McLellan, Kenneth |
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McNeill, Alan |
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Nixdorf, Jimmie |
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Ogg, Judi |
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Pyramid Homes |
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Rogers, Jason |
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Rustys Repair Shop |
Honoring Gary Cranor |
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Silver Chalice Chap. Order Eastern Star 427 |
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St Cyr, Nell |
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The Trinity Travelers |
Christian Motorcyclist Association |
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True, Dr. James L. |
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Weisback, Nell |
Honoring Thomas Mallard |
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Platinum: $10,000 and above |
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Gold: $5,000 - $9,999 |
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Silver: $3,000 - $4,999 |
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Bronze: $1,000 - $2,999 |
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Memorial Supporters: $999 and lower |
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