Join us in honoring the brave men and women who served our city, state and country by purchasing a commemorative brick. Remember a loved one, express gratitude to a veteran colleague or classmate, convey appreciation to parents or sibling. Set their name in stone for years to come. Whatever your reason, leave a permanent testament to their service.
Dedication of the West Memorial Cemetery American Legion Veterans Field of Honor was held on November 11, 2001. The City of Stephenville donated the plot and Turnbow-Higgs Post 240 provided construction funding for the 2001 project which included; Monument, Flag Pole, Electric Utility and Walkways through public donations and placing of Commemorative Bricks located on either side of Monument walkways.
Flag and flag pole maintenance and electric lighting utility cost of the Field of Honor are continuous, and the responsibility of Post 240. Public donations and placing of Commemorative Bricks to fund utility and maintenance cost as well as supporting the various ongoing programs of the Post.
For a minimum donation of $100, Post 240 will purchase and install a Commemorative Brick inscribed with your information according to your wording as shown on reverse side of this order form. For Example: “In memory of John Doe, US Army WWII or “John and Mary Doe, Stephenville, Texas”.
Commemorative Brick are not limited to military veterans. Persons wishing to honor friend, neighbor or family members by placing a Commemorative Brick may do so by speaking to any Post 240 member.
Turnbow-Higgs American Legion Post 240 is continually grateful to the City of Stephenville for their contribution of the space as well as admirable care of the plot.
How to order:
Visit our donor website.
- Here you will find an order form where you will fill in your personal information.
- Chose between a 4"x8" or 8"x8" brick.
- Select a clip art image to include your on your brick if you would like one.
- You will see the price of brick on the page and have the option for making an additional donation if you so choose.
- Then click the "Continue" button to go to the next page where you will customize your brick and see a preview.
- Payment can be made electionically via our Stripe processing site or by opting to send in a check by mail.
For more information, email us at turnbowhiggsal240@gmail.com.
Thank you for your support in honoring our veterans!!