Ralph Parker Unit 682 Warsaw, IL

05/30/2026

05/27/2026

American Legion Auxiliary Ralph Parker Unit 682 extends its heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of Donna Smith. We are saddened by the loss of Donna and grateful for her membership, friendship, and dedication to our Unit and community over the years.

Donna was such a kind and wonderful person, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
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View Donna Rhea Baker Smith's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

05/25/2026

🇺🇸A Special Welcome Home🇺🇸

The Great River Honor Flight homecoming celebration for Mission 81 was held Thursday, May 21, at John Wood Community College in Quincy. Sixteen veterans walked the red carpet as their names were announced, while a welcoming crowd filled the room with applause, gratitude, and patriotism.

Honor Flight welcome home celebrations are a reminder of the sacrifices made by our veterans and a meaningful opportunity to honor and celebrate their service to our nation. Two members of American Legion Auxiliary Ralph Parker Unit 682 attended the event.

If you or someone you know is a veteran who may be eligible to participate in an Honor Flight, American Legion Auxiliary Ralph Parker Unit 682 would be happy to help with the application process.

05/24/2026

Please note the following community Memorial Day service information:

The VFW Post 9802 and American Legion Post 682's annual Memorial Day Service will be held on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Oakland Cemetery in Warsaw, Illinois.

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation.

Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair.

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05/22/2026

The red poppy speaks where words fall short — a silent tribute to the sacrifices made for our freedom by the heroes who served and died for our country in all wars. ❤️‍🩹 The poppy is a reminder that their courage will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

After World War I, the American Legion Family brought National Poppy Day® to the United States by asking Congress to designate the Friday before Memorial Day as National Poppy Day.

The Auxiliary promotes the poppy as a symbol of the sacrifices our military have made, a symbol to open people’s hearts and inspire them to donate to help support the future of veterans, servicemembers, and their families. 🇺🇸

Today, on National Poppy Day, wear a red poppy to honor the fallen and support the living. ❤️

03/02/2026