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The Wisconsin National Guard dedicated a memorial to honor Michelle Witmer and 36 other fallen heroes from Wisconsin. The ceremony washeld at the Wisconsin National Guard's Joint Force Headquarters in Madison, Wisconsin.

The building's main hall will be renamed "Witmer Hall" to honor Michelle, the first female National Guard Soldier killed in combat in the 368-year History of the National Guard.  A cast bronze plaque, for each of the fallen soldiers has been affixed to the entrance of the hall.

Press Release - from the Office of Mayor Telesfore P. Wysocki

New Berlin, Wisconsin - There will be a ceremony for the installation of the first street sign at the corner of Michelle Witmer Memorial Drive and Library Lane on Monday, April 18th a 2:00 p.m. A commemorative plaque will be presented to Michelle's parents at this time.

Michelle Witmer Memorial VFW Post Established

April 8th, 2005 - Pewaukee WI

VFW Post 12036, The Michelle Witmer Memorial Post, was established tonight when State Senior Vice Commander Earl Banks, Jr. presided over the initiation ceremony.  In addition to swearing in nearly two dozen members, the posts officers were also installed.

We are grateful to all the Men and Women of the 32nd MP Company who made this tribute possible.

The Witmer Family was Presented with this Memorial Commendation during the Ceremony

A Very Special Moment, A Very Special Picture

This Photo was given to Lori on her Birthday by my sister, Teresa. I have no words to add, the picture says it all. 

Thanks Teresa

Bust Nears Completion

Gwen Gillen, the artist commissioned to create a bust of Michelle Witmer, is within a few weeks of completing her work.  Gillen, of Gillen Sculpt, Inc., gave a small group of family and friends the opportunity to view the work in progress.  The Bust will eventually be located at Wisconsin National Guard Headquarters in Madison.  The plan is to display the bust outside an auditorium that will be renamed "Witmer Hall" in Michelle's honor.

PURPLE HEART CHAPTER RENAMED FOR MICHELLE WITMER

Chapter #96 of the Military Order of the Purple Heart was renamed for Michelle Witmer on February 13th, 2004.  A ceremony was held, to mark the occasion, At Grant Park in Milwaukee.  The Witmer Family would like to extend our thanks and gratitude to all those that worked to make this happen.

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The Witmers

The Company B 118th was given an enthusiastic homecoming. Read more about it by following these links to JSONLINE:

         Airport Photo by Rick Wood, Milw Journal Sentinel         

         Welcome Home Ceremony Photo by Gary Porter, Milw Journal Sentinel

Michelle Witmer Memorial Way to Become a Reality Go to Story

The City of New Berlin Proposes Naming a Street for Michelle Witmer

Click Here to Read JS Online Article

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Features Article on Charity Witmer's Engagement: Click Here

Use this Link:  http://www.hbo.com/docs/programs/lastlettershome/families/witmer.html

HBO's "Last Letters Home," which features a segment on Michelle Witmer, premiered at the Landmark Oriental Theater on Thursday, November 4th and will air, nationwide on Veteran's Day, Thursday November 11th.

Press Release for "Last Letters Home:" Click Here

Green Bay Packers Honor the Families of Wisconsin's Fallen Soldiers

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Charlotte's Story: The Baghdad Dog Michelle couldn't bear to part with...

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