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VFW Post 4969

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Willis-Fleming-Daniels Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4969. Located in Columbia TN.

Hours are from 4 PM to 9 PM Sundays
Member meeting 4th Thursday of month at 7 PM

07/14/2026

🇺🇸 VFW Post 4969 Monthly Meeting Reminder 🇺🇸

Just a reminder that our monthly Post meeting will be held:

🗓 Thursday, July 16
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 VFW Post 4969
2021 Williamsport Pike
Columbia, TN 38401

Every meeting is an opportunity to make a difference. Whether it’s supporting veterans in our community, planning future events, improving our Post, or welcoming new members, your voice matters.

If you’re a member, we encourage you to attend. If you’re a veteran interested in learning more about the VFW and what we’re building at Post 4969, you’re welcome to stop by and see what we’re all about.

Together, we’re rebuilding our Post and strengthening our commitment to serving veterans, their families, and our community.

See you Thursday at 7:00 PM!

07/07/2026

🇺🇸 Support Your Local VFW… One Meal at a Time! 🍔🍟

Looking for an easy way to support VFW Post 4969? We’ve got you covered!

📅 Monday, August 24, 2026
📍 Red Robin
2032 Crossings Circle
Spring Hill, TN 37174

Simply dine at Red Robin on August 24 and show this flyer or mention VFW Post 4969 to your server, and 20% of your food purchase will be donated back to our Post!

This is one of the easiest ways to support local veterans. Grab lunch with coworkers, bring the family for dinner, or meet up with friends—all while helping us continue our mission of serving veterans, their families, and our community.

Every dollar raised helps us:
🇺🇸 Assist veterans in need
🇺🇸 Support community and youth programs
🇺🇸 Maintain and improve our Post
🇺🇸 Continue our mission of Veterans Helping Veterans

If you can’t make it for dine-in, online orders count too! Just follow the instructions on the flyer when placing your order.

Please like, share, and help spread the word. The more people who participate, the more we can accomplish together.

Thank you for standing with VFW Post 4969 and the veterans of Maury County.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4969
📍 2021 Williamsport Pike
Columbia, TN 38401

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from VFW Post 4969! 🇺🇸

Today, our nation celebrates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence—a milestone that reminds us that freedom is never guaranteed. It has always depended on ordinary Americans willing to do extraordinary things in service to something greater than themselves.

For two and a half centuries, generations of patriots have answered the call—from the fields of the American Revolution to the battlefields of today. Their courage, sacrifice, and commitment have preserved the liberties we enjoy as Americans.

As veterans, we understand that the Fourth of July is more than fireworks and cookouts. It is a day to remember those who fought for our independence, those who defended it throughout our history, and those who never made it home.

On this historic Independence Day, VFW Post 4969 proudly honors every veteran, every service member, and every family who has borne the weight of defending our nation.

As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday, let us recommit ourselves to the ideals that united our founders: Liberty. Duty. Service. Unity.

From all of us at VFW Post 4969, we wish you and your family a safe, joyful, and meaningful Independence Day.

Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸

No One Does More for Veterans.

06/17/2026

🇺🇸 VFW Post 4969 Monthly Meeting 🇺🇸

Reminder to all members and eligible veterans:

VFW Post 4969 will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM.

As we continue working to strengthen our post, grow our membership, and serve veterans and their families throughout Maury County, your voice and participation matter. Whether you’re a longtime member or haven’t attended in a while, we encourage you to join us.

Every member brings value to this organization, and together we can continue building something special for our local veteran community.

📍 Willis-Fleming-Daniels VFW Post 4969
2021 Williamsport Pike
Columbia, TN 38401

Veterans helping veterans.

06/13/2026

🇺🇸 Today was a great day for VFW Post 4969. 🇺🇸

Today, we had the privilege of hosting a U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony alongside Scout Troop 103. We were honored to see approximately 35-40 members of our community come together to pay proper respect to our nation’s colors.

For many, a worn American flag is just a piece of cloth. For those who understand what it represents—the sacrifices, service, freedom, and lives given in defense of this nation—it deserves to be retired with dignity and honor.

The Scouts did an outstanding job today. It was encouraging to see young Americans learning the traditions, customs, and respect that our flag deserves. The future is bright when young people step up to preserve these traditions.

After the ceremony, Post members and officers fired up the grill and served hamburgers, hot dogs, and sides. What started as a flag retirement ceremony turned into something even more important—neighbors, veterans, families, and Scouts spending time together and building community.

This is exactly what we envision for VFW Post 4969.

Not just a building.

Not just a meeting hall.

A place where veterans, families, youth organizations, and our community can come together to honor our past, serve in the present, and invest in the future.

A special thank you to Scout Troop 103, our Post officers, members, volunteers, and everyone who attended. Your support is helping breathe new life into this Post.

Days like today remind us that while our building may be old, the mission is alive and well.

🇺🇸 Veterans Serving Veterans. Community Serving Community. 🇺🇸

06/12/2026

The VFW strongly opposes the Take Care of America's Veterans Act, rejecting proposed VA disability compensation cuts to tinnitus and sleep apnea ratings.

06/11/2026

🇺🇸 CORRECTION: U.S. FLAG RETIREMENT CEREMONY 🇺🇸

We need to correct an error on our previous flyer.

The correct date for our U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony is:

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM

Join VFW Post 4969 and our local Scouts as we respectfully retire worn and unserviceable American flags in accordance with U.S. Flag Code.

This is a meaningful opportunity to learn about the proper retirement of our nation’s colors and honor the sacrifices and freedoms they represent.

🌭 Hamburgers and hot dogs will be provided.

📍 Willis-Fleming-Daniels VFW Post 4969
2021 Williamsport Pike
Columbia, TN 38401

Bring your worn American flags and your family. All are welcome.

Thank you for your understanding, and we apologize for the confusion regarding the date.

🇺🇸 Honor the Flag. Honor Our Veterans. Honor Our Nation.

06/10/2026

🇺🇸 U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony 🇺🇸

Join VFW Post 4969 and our local Scouts this Saturday at 11:00 AM for a respectful and dignified U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony.

The American flag is more than a piece of cloth—it represents the sacrifices, freedoms, and values that generations of Americans have defended. When a flag becomes worn, faded, or unserviceable, it should be retired with the honor and respect it deserves.

This is a great opportunity for veterans, families, and community members to witness and learn the proper way to retire a United States flag.

🌭 Hamburgers and hot dogs will be provided.

📍 Willis-Fleming-Daniels VFW Post 4969
2021 Williamsport Pike
Columbia, TN 38401

Bring your family, bring your worn American flags for retirement, and join us as we honor our nation’s colors.

All are welcome.

🇺🇸 “The flag of the United States shall be retired in a dignified way, preferably by burning.” — U.S. Flag Code

05/30/2026

*** Call for Attendance (Murfreesboro, TN) ***

Donald Wayne Espy, age 78 of Murfreesboro died May 12, 2026, at his home. He was a native of Rutherford County and was preceded in death by his parents, Marion Espy and Ruth Zumbro Espy.

Mr. Espy was a Christian and devoted friend to many. Mr. Espy was veteran of the United States Army serving in Vietnam for three years.

Captain Espy retired from active duty in 1973. He then served in the TN Army National Guard until his retirement as CW4 Espy. He flew the Bell UH-1 Iroquois “Huey”, Bell AH-1 Cobra, Boeing AH-64 Apache, and Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk.

Visitation will be Wednesday June 3rd 9:00AM until 11:00AM at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will be Wednesday June 3rd at 11:00AM at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. Burial to follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

Visitation
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
9:00 - 11:00 am

Funeral Service
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Starts at 11:00 am

Woodfin Memorial Chapel
1488 Lascassas Pike
Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Burial
Roselawn Memorial Gardens
5350 NW Broad St
Murfreesboro, TN

05/25/2026

Memorial Day hits different for combat veterans.

Because we remember the faces.
The voices.
The empty seats.

We remember the men we laughed with one day… and carried the next.

For some Americans, Memorial Day is a three-day weekend.
For us, it’s personal.

It’s the sound of boots on gravel at a cemetery.
It’s standing at attention during Taps trying to keep your composure.
It’s thinking about the brothers and sisters who never got to grow old, raise families, or come home.

At Post 4969, we will never allow their sacrifice to fade into the background of American life.

Today we honor the fallen.
Not with politics.
Not with empty words.
But with remembrance, respect, and the promise that they will never be forgotten.

To our fallen brothers and sisters:
We still carry you with us.
Every single day.

Gone — but never left behind. 🇺🇸

Address

2012 Williamsport Pike
Columbia, TN
38401

Opening Hours

4pm - 9pm

Telephone

+19312238425

Website

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