Mason County WV Veterans Memorial

10/28/2026

This sounds like a great idea........

From the River Cities Tribune & Register:
Join us in honoring the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of our nation’s veterans and the men and women serving today. Our River Cities Veterans Salute, publishing November 10, gives your business an opportunity to stand proudly beside our military community with a message of gratitude. Your participation helps us remind local veterans, service members, and their families that their commitment to our country is remembered, respected, and appreciated.

I’ve attached this year’s sales flyer with ad sizes and pricing to help you choose the best fit for your business. Reply “SALTUE!” to reserve your space, and let me know which ad size you prefer.

Please respond by November 6 to be included. I’ll follow up with you to create and finalize your ad design. Let’s show those who have served—and those still serving—that our community stands behind them!
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Best Regards,
Jerrad Riggs
Multimedia Accounts Manager
River Cities Tribune & Register
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10/16/2026

Memorial Moves into second phase with granite contract. by Chad Vaughn - Staff Reports

10/13/2026

Great news! Yesterday evening, we signed a contract with Coldspring https://coldspringusa.com/ to etch the veterans’ names into black granite. The work is expected to take approximately 36 weeks, with installation completed before the end of next summer.

The granite and etching will cost $160,000.00, plus $100,000.00 for installation, bringing the total cost of Phase II to $260,000.00. As you may recall, Phase I cost just over $353,000.00. We have learned that proper installation is essential to the Memorial’s longevity. Pretty amazing!

Installation will be handled by Rugo Stone https://www.rugostone.com/, the same team selected to install the granite helipad at the White House.

The deadline to submit veterans’ names for the Memorial is Dec. 18. We will then send the names to Coldspring to begin the process, and no additional names will be accepted after that date.

THOSE OF YOU CONCERNED ABOUT ADDING NAMES...
If you have a name(s) that you want added please contact Steve Halstead 304-895-3691, btwn 1-4 pm M - F or at [email protected] He will need some sort of proof of military service. Even if you can’t seem to find any please contact him.

Left to right—Memorial Committee members at the signing: Ken Vickers, Ronie Wheeler, Bob Wing, Steve Halstead (seated and signing for the committee), Ray Varian, Jan Haddox, Bent Clark, and Gary Fields.

10/06/2026

Dear Barnitz Family,
On behalf of the Mason County Veterans Memorial Committee, please know how deeply sorry we are for the loss of Bob.

Bob touched so many lives throughout the Tri-County area. As an Air Force veteran and local business owner, he created jobs and opportunities that helped countless families. We will always remember with great respect all that he and Corena built together, especially the wonderful family that remains their greatest legacy.

Whenever our community needed a helping hand—from local sports to the Veterans Memorial—Bob and Corena were always there. Their generosity was about so much more than financial support; they gave their time, equipment, personnel, resources, and personal help wherever it was needed.

Bob and Corena are deeply missed, and we will always be grateful for the difference they made in our community. We find comfort in knowing that their family traditions, generous hearts, and spirit of service will live on through those they loved.

Please know that your entire family is in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers during this difficult time.

Steve Halstead
Brent Clark
Ronie Wheeler
Diana Halstead
Jan Haddox
Bob Wing
Gary Fields
Ray Varian
Ken Vickers
Bentely Neal

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10/02/2026

We are grateful to Twin Oaks Federal Credit Union for its generous support of the Memorial. Shelbie Vance (Chief Executive Officer) and Charlie Garland (Board Member) of Twin Oaks Federal Credit Union visited the Memorial to present a $2,500.00 check to members of the Memorial Committee in support of Phase II.
Photo:
From left to right members of the Memorial Committee and Twin Oaks Federal Credit Union: Bentely “Bent” Neal, Steve Halstead, Bob Wing, Ray Varian, Charlie Garland and Shelbie Vance, Ken Vickers, Ronie Wheeler, Jan Haddox.

10/01/2026

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09/25/2026

This was sent to us by someone passing through Mason County. We thought the sentiments truly captured what the Memorial represents.

As I passed through Mason, West Virginia, I came across this quiet but meaningful place—the Mason County Veterans Memorial.

With the American flag standing proudly in the center, surrounded by memorial stones honoring the different branches of the U.S. military, the site carries a strong sense of respect and remembrance. Behind it, the beautiful cable-stayed bridge stretches across the Ohio River, creating a striking backdrop against the rolling West Virginia hills.

A peaceful view, a powerful reminder, and a moment worth remembering. 🇺🇸

I stopped for a moment to take these photos—not just because of the scenery, but because places like this remind us that behind every name, every uniform, and every memorial are stories of service and sacrifice.



“A beautiful bridge in the background, but the real story is the people who served. 🇺🇸”

09/25/2026

We are grateful to AEP River Division for its generous support of the Memorial. Shaun Mossman visited the Memorial to present a $2,500.00 check to members of the Memorial Committee in support of Phase II.

Photo:
From left to right in the front row: Shaun Mossman (AEP River Division) and Bentely “Bent” Neal, who is accepting the check for the Memorial Committee.
From left to right in the back row: Steve Halstead, Gary Fields, Ray Varian, Ronie Wheeler, Jan Haddox, Ken Vickers, and Bob Wing, all members of the Memorial Committee.

09/19/2026

Sep 18, 2026
West Virginia Department of Veterans Assistance

On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we honor the courage, resilience, and sacrifice of former prisoners of war and those still missing in action.

To our heroes and the families who still await their return: You are not forgotten.

09/18/2026

The U.S. Air Force celebrate's its 79th birthday , September 18, 2026, marking its official establishment as an independent branch of the U.S. military on September 18, 1947