George A Lambert American Legion - Sardinia Post 755

04/08/2026

NEW AUTOMATIC DRAFT REGISTRATION | Automatic registration of men potentially eligible for the military draft will take effect by December, according to the government agency that maintains a database of who could be called up to serve in a crisis.

The new rule, mandated by defense policy legislation passed by Congress last year, will register men automatically rather than require them to register themselves within 30 days of their 18th birthdays.

Learn more:
https://www.stripes.com/theaters/us/2026-04-07/automatic-registration-military-draft-21306855.html

04/08/2026

03/31/2026

Fallen Capt. Curtis Angst returns to Wilmington, motorcade plans set to pay respects: https://bit.ly/4tcSWRs

03/30/2026

03/29/2026

A big thank you goes out to all who served in the Vietnam War. May you have a blessed day!

03/16/2026

The American Legion Department of Ohio extends its deepest condolences to the families, friends, and fellow service members of the Ohio Air National Guard airmen who tragically lost their lives in the recent KC-135 refueling aircraft incident while supporting military operations overseas.

Three of the six airmen who perished in the crash were members of the Ohio Air National Guard’s 121st Air Refueling Wing based at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base in Columbus. These brave Ohioans served their state and nation with honor, answering the call to duty far from home and making the ultimate sacrifice in defense of freedom.

On behalf of the veterans and members of The American Legion across the State of Ohio, we stand in solemn gratitude for their service and sacrifice. We mourn alongside their families, their fellow airmen, and the entire Ohio National Guard community during this time of profound loss.

Ohio has a proud tradition of military service, and these airmen embodied the very best of that legacy, dedication, courage, and commitment to something greater than themselves. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten, and their memory will live on in the hearts of a grateful state and nation.

May God bring comfort to their families and loved ones, strength to their fellow service members, and peace to all who mourn their loss.

Stan Oren
Department Commander
American Legion Department of Ohio

(Photo credit: 121st Air Refueling Wing)

03/03/2026

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Dennie Keyes. Dennie was a loyal member of our post for 32 years, having served as Chaplain for many of those years. Our deepest condolences go to the Keyes family. Dennie will certainly be missed by all who knew and loved him.

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Dennie C. Keyes
December 29, 1932 — February 27, 2026

Dennie Keyes went home to his Lord February 27, 2026 after a long illness. Dennie was at his home which he requested.

Dennie was born in Portsmouth December 29, 1932 to the late Ulric and Grace Watts Keyes. Preceded in death by his grandson, Benjamin Michael Goins, son-in-law, Michael Goins, three brothers, Paul, Richard, and Arlie Benjamin; two sisters, Wanda Anderson and Harriet Hosey.

Survivors include his wife Marjorie Keyes and they would have celebrated 70 years of marriage on April 14, 2026; daughter Denise Keyes Goins, son Christopher Keyes; grandsons Andrew Weiskittel and Ryan Keyes; sister Remona Carter; brothers Phillip and Roger, and friend Melinda Montgomery RN Active in his care. Dennie was an Army Veteran during the Korean War and served in Germany from 1952-1954. Dennie loved his Sardinia community and was a member of the Sardinia United Methodist Church and served as an active Lay Speaker. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge for 60 years. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 755 and Chaplain for many years. Charter member Sardinia Friends of the Library; active in the Sardinia Inter-Faith Community Food Pantry, and the Agape Christian Council. Dennie was a key person involved in the building of the Veteran's Wall of Honor at the Sardinia Veteran's Park.

Dennie was a very kind and generous person with a great sense of humor. He liked to tease Marge who started college late, and he said she started and forgot to stop. He took several college courses to be with her. His favorite was PE golf and they were able to play golf together for several years. Dennie was well loved by all who knew him. He will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, beginning at 1:00PM in the Sardinia Hope Church with a service to follow at 2:00PM. Burial will follow in the Sardinia Cemetery with military honors provided by the American Legion Post 755. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice, American Legion Post 755, Sardinia Community Inter-Faith Food Pantry, or the Agape Christian Council.

Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.evansfuneralhome.com. Evans Funeral Home, Milford has been entrusted with the arrangements.