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Command Chief Master Sgt. Becky Thomas takes in the sight of her Quilt of Valor, one of eight presented at the Veterans Day program on Monday.
The Old Armory of the Minot Municipal Auditorium was filled with veterans and thankful citizens at 11 a.m. on Monday to honor those who served in the U.S. military. Eight area veterans were honored with the presentation of Quilts of Valor.
Following an opening prayer from Minot Air Force Base Chaplain Capt. Joshua McCormick, the program’s address was delivered by Command Chief Master Sgt. Becky Thomas, the command chief of the 91st Missile Wing at Minot AFB.
Thomas said she was humbled and honored to be addressing the assembly and invited all those who served to stand and be acknowledged.
“The whole nation is going to halt today. They’re going to remember the people that served. They’re going to remember the people that died. They’re going to remember the unknown. We’re going to say thank you to the ones who came home and still struggle. It’s not easy to be the one that came back,” Thomas said. “Over 26 million patriots have served and given their lives for this country. For our kids, our grandkids, for my kids sitting right there, at the end of the day, the freedoms that we have and the countries we served in, it’s always good coming home.”
The program was highlighted by the quilts presentation.
Lynn Heald shared the origin of the Quilts of Valor foundation, an organization founded in 2003 by Catherine Roberts, the mother of an Iraq War veteran, who described their quilts as a civilian equivalent of a Purple Heart. Since 2003, more than 400,903 Quilts of Valor have been awarded in the United States, Germany, Iraq and Afghanistan.
“We, as a foundation, will go wherever those who have been touched by war go or are. We don’t need high profile venues to find them. They are in plain sight,” Heald said. “We believe that as we sew, love, caring and gratitude flow from our hearts, through our hands, into the quilts we make. All of us, as quilters, want you to know that through our quilts, you are forever in our hearts.”
The recipients included Francis Bartsch, Iver Eliason, Konley Wolla, Wayne Tuttle, Robert Kosel, Rudyard Magcalas, and LeRoy Schoffstall. The eighth and final recipient was Thomas. Thomas was nominated by Heald, who also contributed to the creation of her quilt.
The quilts were made in collaboration by Chris Senn, Lynn Heald, Pam Kolschefski, Luanne Duchsherer, CeeCee Thompson, Judi Green, Jacqueline Slagle, Geri Burns, Mollie Jorgerson, Mary Lou Hauf, Monica Grossman, Peggy Cahoon and Lexi Huff.
“Today and every day, the prayers of the American people are with those who wear our country’s uniform. They serve a great cause, and they follow a great tradition, handed down to them by America’s veterans. Our veterans from every era are the finest of citizens. We owe them the life we know today. They command the respect of the American people, and they have our lasting gratitude,” Heald said.
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Half the Velva/Garrison/Drake-Anamoose defense corrals the Langdon/Edmore/Munich ball carrier in the 2024 NDHSAA Class A Semifinal match on Saturday, November 9, at Velva high school. The Aggies won and will play Kindred in the XXXII Dakota Bowl on Friday, November 15, in Fargo.
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South Prairie-Max juniors Skotti Beck (21) and Abby Mikkelson (4) work the net against TGU junior Holly Latendresse (5) in Region 6 VB quarter final action on Monday, November 11, at the Minot Auditorium.
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Bottineau senior Kyra Beckman (5) goes up for the kill against Our Redeemer’s defenders Tavia Carlson (9) and Brooklynn Roedocker (11) on Monday, November 11 at Minot Municipal Auditorium.
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MSU junior Christian Kadolph (26) advances the puck on Saturday, November 9, at Maysa Arena in the second of two games hosting the Waldorf Warriors.
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April 12, 1950-Nov. 5, 2024
Minot
Susan Mosser, 74 of Minot, ND passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at Trinity Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.
Susan was born April 12, 1950, the daughter of William “Bill” Spicer and Rose Marie (Sattler) Spicer in Grand Forks, ND. The family moved to Minot, ND, where she was raised and educated. Susan attended Minot Public Schools graduating from Minot High in 1968. She continued her education later in life graduating from Minot State University.
Susan was a woman of strong Christian faith, a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Minot. She was a member of Seven Sisters Apostolate and participated in Adoration services.
Susan enjoyed gardening, planting flowers, baking with her grandchildren, spending time with family, especially during the holidays and enjoying the summer months at the cabin on Crooked Lake. Susan enjoyed the changing of the seasons and decorating her home. Susan also loved to read and could often be found curled up with a good book and her coffee.
Susan will be remembered mostly as a loving wife, friend, sister, cousin, aunt, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Susan loved those that loved her. She will be greatly missed.
Her loving family includes: Husband, William “Bill” Mosser; Children, Travis Hoiland, Troy (Sara) Hoiland, JoAnne (Chris) Mosser, Clayton Mosser and Michael (Tricia) Mosser; Grandchildren, Chase Hoiland, Jordan Halstead, Kayla (Daniel) Meadors, Zackery (Ashley) Whittle, Jersey Mosser, and Gaven Mosser; Sisters, Cynthia (Melvin) Ell, and Patricia Spicer; Sisters-in-law, Brenda Mosser, Theresa (Gary) Diebert, Carolyn (David) Bischof, Bernadette (Thomas) Gibson; Brothers-in-law, John (Linda) Mosser, Robert (Susan) Mosser; along with numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Susan was preceded in death by her parents, William (Bill) and Rose Marie Spicer; her son, Shane Hoiland; brothers and sisters-law, Edward Mosser, David and Marlene Mosser, Albert Mosser, and Donald Mosser; along with numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Mass of Christian Burial: Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, Minot. Interment: Rosehill Memorial Park, Minot, ND. Visitation: Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. at Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot. Vigil Prayer Service: Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot.
The service will be livestreamed for the public to view and can be accessed by going to the Thompson-Larson Funeral home website: www.thompsonlarson.com
Those wishing to sign the online register and share memories may access the online obituaries section at (www.thompsonlarson.com).
Published by The Minot Daily News, November 12, 2024.
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Richard Garman, director of Economic Development and Finance with the North Dakota Department of Commerce, speaks to the Economic Development Plan Review Committee in Minot City Hall Friday.
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Work on Railway Avenue nears completion in preparation for an anticipated Friday reopening.
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The audience stands at attention during the presentation of the colors at the Veterans Day program Monday in the Minot Municipal Auditorium Armory.
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Command Chief Master Sgt. Becky Thomas takes in the sight of her Quilt of Valor, one of eight presented at the Veterans Day program on Monday.
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A garage in Williston stands gutted in the aftermath of a fire Friday night.
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The Brass Band of Minot, under the direction of Wayne Schempp, will perform a Christmas concert Sunday.
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Bagpipers and drummers make up the Fez & Thistle, which will perform with the Brass Band of Minot in concert Sunday.