Freedom
Defenders Veterans Memorial
INVITATION to the
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Program
Advance and placement of Colors
Opening remarks: Bob Aitken - MC
Invocation: Chaplain Derek Claypool
Pledge of Allegiance
Welcome: Rita Albrecht – Mayor
City of Bemidji
“America
Recognition of attending Dignitaries
Introduction of Jim Paulson, Sculptor
& Dedication
of Canine Sculpture
Introduction of Speaker: Deputy Tony Petrie & Canine Partner Jessie
Introduction of Speaker: Wounded Warrior Hugh Fitzpatrick & his
Service Canine Toby
Introduction of Speaker: Brian Olson Sergeant Major Retired
Closing Prayer: Chaplain Derek Claypool
Retirement of the Colors
