Retire the colors. Chaplain nordan will now offer the invocation. Would you bow with me in prayer . Eternal god, we gather here on this sacred ground to pause, reflect, and remember the 129 crew members of the United States ship thresher. They served their country in the height of the cold war and were fully prepared to do whatever called upon to defend our nation, be it above or below the seas. The tragic loss felt on that april day of 1963 still stings our hearts. But we are also thankful that out of this tragedy, much good has come through the establishment of the sub safe program, our nation has the strongest and safest submarine force in history. This assurance of safety has been secured by those who gave their lives while onboard the thresher. We thank you for those gathered here this day who have worked tirelessly to ensure that those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service of our nation are never to be forgotten. Continue to bless their efforts. For the family members,
Long battle with parkinsons disease. He was 74 years old. There will be a private funeral on thursday, and a Public Service friday. Were told ali himself helped plan the funeral arrangements. Former president bill clinton and comedian Billy Crystal are among those who will eulogize the champ. More now from Jericka Duncan in louisville. Reporter muhammad alis spirit was felt inside the King Solomon Missionary Baptist Church this morning. Before converting to the islamic faith, ali first learned what it means to have faith here. His brother rahman ali attended the church today and was overcome with emotion. After the service, he said hes looking forward to friday. Love, love, love. Reporter since alis death crowds have been coming to the Muhammad Ali Center to reflect on their memories of the champ. How did you guys become friends. Oh, we became friends, we wind up practicing training together. Reporter boxing together. Boxing. Reporter alis friend Victor Bender had nearly a lifetime ful
ESCANABA Leo “Sonny” William Milkiewicz, 95, of Escanaba passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024 at OSF St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba. He was born in
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