Members of the Illinois Patriot Guard Riders were in Mt. Carmel this morning to honor the memory of World War II veteran Malcolm Reeves who passed away last month at the age of 96. Mr. Reeves served in the US Navy and it’s believed he was the final living World War II veteran in Wabash County. Shawn Woodward of the Patriot Guard Riders…
Malcom’s son, Keith Reeves, accepted the plaque on behalf of the family…
The Patriot Guard Riders is a 100% Volunteer, Federally registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization which ensures dignity and respect at memorial services honoring Fallen Military Heroes, First Responders, and Honorably Discharged Veterans.
Also attending today’s presentation were Patriot Guard Riders Dan Warren, Lynn Eggley, and Rose Fowler in addition to Malcolm’s nephew Larry Crooks, who is a Vietnam veteran.
