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Show The Ogden Valley news Volume XXV Issue XVIII Page 7 November 1, 2019 Veterans Day: A time to pay special tribute to our veterans and service men & women Announcements Obituaries Gregg Frank Allred August 2, 1949 ~ October 12, 2019 Gregg Allred, 70, our dear husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2019 in the waterfowl area West of Corinne, Utah doing what he loved most and hunting with one of his best buddies and grandson—Andrew. Gregg was born in Ogden, Utah on August 2, 1949, the son of Frank L. Allred and Mary “Missy” Ruth Souther Allred. He graduated from Ogden High School, attended Weber State University, and served in the United States Air Force. Gregg also was a member of the Weber County Sheriff’s Jeep Patrol along with his father. He married Nancy Harbertson November 7, 1970 and together they had three wonderful sons. They later divorced. Gregg later married the love of his life, eternal partner, and best friend Tina Ann Thompson December 13, 1990. With that union he also gained a beautiful daughter. They were later sealed in the Salt Lake City Temple for time and all eternity. Gregg worked for many years in the fam- SURVIVOR cont. from page 1 Pink and Purple game held at WSU, and was selected to partner with the medical center as the “face” of a cancer survivor. She will be appearing on/in upcoming social media spots, print ads, videos, and billboards sponsored by Ogden Regional. Regen was first diagnosed in May 2018 with a very aggressive form of breast cancer, and was operated on two weeks later. She then underwent two rounds of chemical infusions (chemo), which extended over a two-month period, and also went through an intensive course of radiation treatments for about six weeks. ily auto parts business. Later he worked for TCI Cable, Cutrubus Motors, and Powder Mountain. He also started several side ventures and at the time of his passing, worked hand in hand with his wife running Black Diamond Shuttle transportation services. Gregg’s biggest loves in life were his family and the outdoors. He came by these through the example of his father and grandfathers. His favorite things to do were to spend time with family and to go fishing and hunting. If he could do both at the same time, he was in heaven. Gregg loved bass fishing and fished professional tournaments for a time, winning many contests and awards. He also enjoyed scouting and coaching little league football. Gregg loved music and was an excellent singer. During his high school years, he sang in a band called “The Townsmen,” which he enjoyed immensely. He also loved scary movies, Halloween, and creating spook alleys. Gregg is survived by his wife, Tina A. Allred (Thompson), Eden; sons, Jason G. Allred, Elk River, MN; Kelley F. Allred, S. Ogden; Tracy N. Allred, Coon Rapids, MN; daughter, Charity Judkins, Ogden; five grandchildren, Andrew, Jason, Abbey, Lily and Maya; and two sisters, Vicki Allred (Kim) Covieo and Lori Allred (Monte) Montgomery. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 19, 2019 at the Eden 1st Ward Chapel, 6500 E. 1900 N., Eden, Utah. Interment, Meadow View Eden Cemetery. Services entrusted to Lindquist’s Ogden Mortuary. Condolences may be shared at <www.lindquistmortuary.com> During the middle of all these treatments, her doctor cleared her to travel to Viet Nam on a vacation that had been planned prior to her diagnosis. She returned home, and, at the end of February of this year, underwent her final radiation treatment. Then, about six months ago, she had a mammogram on her other breast, where a suspicious mass was once again found. On October 24, she then underwent six hours of major surgery, which involved three surgeons, to remove the breast where the most recent mass was found, and to undergo reconstructive surgery on the breast where cancer was first identified. Regen Sorensen is definitely a survivor! Photo credit: Robert Casey Photography OGDE N This year, Veterans Day will be celebrated Monday, November 11. As a federal holiday it is typically observed November 11 every year, unless it occurs on a Sunday; during these years, then the following Monday is designated as the Federal holiday. If it occurs on a Saturday, then either Saturday or Friday may be designated. When the Federal holiday and November 11 dates are different, Veterans Day activities may take place on both days; many activities are often scheduled the weekend leading up to Veterans Day even during years when both dates match. This year’s Veteran’s Day theme is “Service.” “Veterans contribute to American society in many ways; not just during their time in active duty. Throughout our history, military service members have put on their uniforms to protect the values and liberties that this nation was built on. But that doesn’t stop once the uniform comes off and their time in active duty has ended. Veterans take the lessons they have learned and the experiences they’ve gained and continue their service to our nation by strengthening our communities. They become our nation’s leaders, scientists, entrepreneurs. Veterans are the most active volunteers working to improve communities across our country. Service goes beyond the uniform. This Veterans Day, we honor the men and women who have worn their uniform who continue to serve our country.” Five Facts to Know about Veterans Day from the U.S. Dept. of Defense Veterans Day is a well-known American holiday, but there are also a few misconceptions about it—like how it’s spelled or whom exactly it celebrates. To clear some of this up, here are the important facts you should know. 1. Veterans Day does NOT have an apostrophe. A lot of people think it’s “Veteran’s Day” or “Veterans’ Day,” but they’re wrong. The holiday is not a day that “belongs” to one veteran or multiple veterans, which is what an apostrophe implies. It’s a day for honoring all veterans—so no apostrophe is needed. 2. Veterans Day is NOT the Same as Memorial Day. A lot of Americans get this confused, and we’ll be honest—it can be a little annoying to all of the living veterans out there. Memorial Day is a time to remember those who gave their lives for our country, particularly in battle or from wounds they suffered in battle. Veterans Day honors all of those who have served the country in war or peace—dead or alive—although it’s largely intended to thank living veterans for their sacrifices. 3. Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day, commemorating the end of World War I. World War I officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed June VA L L E Y, 28, 1919; however, the fighting ended about seven months before that when the Allies and Germany put into effect an armistice on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. For that reason, Nov. 11, 1918, was largely considered the end of “the war to end all wars” and dubbed Armistice Day. In 1926, Congress officially recognized it as the end of the war, and in 1938, it became an official holiday, primarily a day set aside to honor veterans of World War I. But then World War II and the Korean War happened, so on June 1, 1954, at the urging of veterans service organizations, Congress amended the commemoration yet again by changing the word “armistice” to “veterans” so the day would honor American veterans of all wars. For a while, Veterans Day’s date was changed, too, and it confused everybody. Congress signed the Uniform Holiday Bill in 1968 to ensure that a few federal holidays— Veterans Day included—would be celebrated on a Monday. Officials hoped it would spur travel and other family activities over a long weekend, which would stimulate the economy. 4. For some inexplicable reason, the bill set Veterans Day commemorations for the fourth Monday of every October. On Oct. 25, 1971, the first Veterans Day under this new bill was held. We’re not sure why it took three years to implement, but not surprisingly, there was a lot of confusion about the change, and many states were unhappy, choosing to continue to recognize the day as they previously had—in November. Within a few years, it became pretty apparent that most U.S. citizens wanted to celebrate Veterans Day on Nov. 11, since it was a matter of historic and patriotic significance. So on Sept. 20, 1975, President Gerald Ford signed another law (Public Law 94-97), which returned the annual observance to its original date starting in 1978. 4. Other countries celebrate it, too, in their own ways. World War I was a multinational effort, so it makes sense that our allies also wanted to celebrate their veterans on Nov. 11. The name of the day and the types of commemorations differ, however. 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