To the editor:
Thank you to all involved in putting together the 11/11 @11 Veterans Day Ceremony at the Little Finger VFW Post #7731, and especially Gene Kelly for his inspiring keynote and Pastor Nieheiser for his invocation. The reporting in the 11/14 Leelanau Enterprise is also greatly appreciated.
Gene was gracious in providing a copy of his keynote to those who requested, and I appreciate receiving a copy which I have shared with family and friends. It would be so wonderful if the Enterprise would print his keynote in full in a future edition.
Two things to add to the reporting. First, when Gene made his observation, “We need to soar like eagles above the snipping” most of the attendees broke out in applause as it was a poignant observation. Second, when Gene completed his keynote, he received a standing ovation, a well earned recognition of his service both in Vietnam as a Bronze Star recipient, and his service to our community of veterans as an officer of the VFW, and all in attendance who heard his words of encouragement.
Thank you all who defended our freedom that we hold dear — may the light of freedom continue to shine brightly in our nation for generations to come.
Rob Franzo Leelanau Township
