JBER honored to serve in former senators memorial

(SrA Nathan Wyrembelski is from the 3rd Equipment Maintenance Squadron, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.)

When I was told that I was selected to represent the Air Force as one of the members of the Joint Pall bearing team for the late Senator Ted Stevens’ memorial service, I felt very honored and privileged.

As a member of the Elmendorf Base Honor Guard, I have participated in a number of funerals and memorial services, but I have never been a part of honoring with dignity and respect, such a special man like Senator Stevens. He served in the United States Senate longer than any Republican in history and took every opportunity to direct and improve social and economic conditions in this beautiful state of Alaska.

It was so obvious to me by the response of the people of Alaska that they really respected and revered the Senator for his efforts. I am extremely proud to have had the opportunity to pay respects to the Senator, his family, and his great state, and I hope that I represented well. Being a part of the Senator’s memorial service is an event that I will always remember, and some day share with my children.