Named after the late Larry Ashley (U.S.M.C. Veteran and Detachment #783 Member), the program was created to help veterans, and their families, who are in need.
HOW IT WORKS
REQUIREMENTS: Applicants (veterans) must have received an Honorable Discharge, a General Discharge (Under Honorable Conditions) or a Medical Discharge. DD-214 for verification is required.
Started by Marine Eddie Gallagher from New York, the Roses Program is designed to parallel the VFW "Poppy" program in order to provide funds for MCL Detachments to assist veterans, and youth, and provide other services to the community.
Unicoi Detachment #783 proudly provides this program to Towns and Union County.
To learn more about this program contact:
Detachment #783 Marine Roses Program Coordinator
Brandy Creel
Email: rivendale26@gmail.com
One of the primary objectives of the Marine Corps League is to recognize and honor Fallen Marines. The MCL is honored to present the Fallen Marine Program for ALL current, or honorably discharged Marines, and offer our condolences to the family. The MCL Fallen Marine Program goes above and beyond what the USMC is required to provide.
Many of our fellow Marines are passing without notice. Some receive graveside services from the U.S. Marine Corps or VFW, or other organizations when formally requested. For most, however, the only notice received is a line in the obituary column stating, “served in the U.S. Marine Corps”.
It is the goal of Unicoi Detachment 783 to recognize and honor every honorably discharged Marine that falls within Towns and Union County. The veteran has earned this honor and deserves it to be done in a professional manner without any cost to the family. The program normally takes place at the deceased Marine’s viewing. It is not a graveside ceremony.
How do I request the Fallen Marine Ceremony?
1. Contact the Funeral Director and request this ceremony. The funeral home director will work directly with Detachment #783.
Or
2. Contact a Detachment #783 Fallen Marine Coordinator directly:
Towns County:
Ashford Todd
Email: 83ashtodd@gmail.com
Union County:
John Entwisle
Email: jent1948@gmail.com
Phone/Text: (706) 728-8279
Who is eligible for the Fallen Marine Program?
How long is the Fallen Marine Program?
When should I notify the MCL of the passing of my Marine?
When will the MCL perform the Fallen Marine Program?
MCL Detachment #783 & USMC Coordination
The MCL Fallen Marine Program is meant to compliment the USMC Detail, NOT replace it.
The Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) provides critically needed support to disabled and at-risk veterans who leave the military wounded—physically or psychologically—after defending our safety and our freedom.
Go to www.DVNF.org to learn more about the DVNF and how you can help.
MCL Unicoi Detachment #783
The Marine Corps League is a not-for-profit organization within the provisions of the Internal Revenue Service Code 501(c) (4), with a special group exemption letter.
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