KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Several groups are partnering to honor three unclaimed veterans at the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery. The public is invited to the event, slated for 1 p.m. on May 6.
The event will honor three veterans:
- TSG Brian Neil Forbes, U.S. Air Force (1971-1987)
- PFC Robert James Vargo, U.S. Army (1978)
- SP4 George Edwin Day Jr., U.S. Army (1970-1972)
The memorial service will feature speakers like Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs and Chaplain Dr. Pat Polis. Honors will be provided by the U.S. Army and Air Force, along with local volunteer honor guards.
Several East Tennessee bike chapters will be providing an escort. Those who want to participate in the escort are asked to meet at Berry Funeral Home (3704 Chapman Highway) at 11:45 a.m…