A Celebration of Ed Ramsey's Life, Program & Menu

A Celebration of Ed Ramsey's Life

On June 28, 2013, a special memorial program was held in Ed's honor after his interment at Arlington National Cemetery. Called "A Celebration of Ed Ramsey's Life", the service included a luncheon and remembrance speeches from many of Ed's family members, friends and comrades.

                          “A Celebration of Ed Ramsey’s Life”
                                                        Memorial Program
                                                           June 28, 2013
                                        Galaxy Ballroom, Sheraton Pentagon City

I. American Legion Post 177- Color Guard Presents Colors
II. National Anthem
III. Retire Colors

Luncheon

IV. Welcome & Special Acknowledgments               Dr. Raquel R. Ramsey
V.   Pledge of Allegiance                 Col. Edwin P. Ramsey, Jr., USAR, Ret.
VI. Remembrance Speakers:
· Sen. John Alexander Patterson, President Emeritus and Board Member, Philippine Scouts Heritage Society
· Brig. Gen Philip L. Bolte, USA, Ret., Chairman, Board of Directors, U.S. Cavalry Association
· RADM Lee E. Levenson, USN, Ret., Former Commander, U.S. Naval Forces, Philippines & Subic Bay
· Brig. Gen. Mike Bills, Deputy Commanding General for 4ID, Fort Carson, CO
· Mr. Alex Keller, Former President, Procter & Gamble, Philippines & Co-Founder, Filipino American Memorial Endowment (FAME)
· Ms. Elaine Rogers, President, Metro Washington, USO
· Lt. Gen. Robert Wilson, USA, Ret., Commander, U.S. Army Installations at the Pentagon
· Col. Douglas Morrison, USA, Ret.
· Col. Rich Cowell, USA, Ret.
· Maj. Bob Seals, USA, Ret., Special Operations Mission Training Center, Fort Bragg
· Col. Joe C. Daniel, USA, Ret., OMA Alumni Association
· Col. Robert W. Siegert III, Chairman, PenFed Foundation
· Mr. Ed Ward, Mt. Soledad Memorial Association, Inc.
· MGen Delfin N. Lorenzana AFP, Ret., Head, Office of Veterans Affairs, Embassy of the Philippines to the U.S.
· Dr. Alice Benitez
· Mr. Fred Mabanta
· Mr. Paul Ramirez
· Mr. James Ramsey
· Mr. Daniel Ramirez
VII. Video of Ed Ramsey, 26^th Cavalry, PS   Doug Ramsey
VIII. Vocal Rendition, “I’ll be Seeing You,” Paul Bent, 7^th Song Productions

Menu

Flavors of the Mediterranean Buffet

Caesar Salad, Parmesan, Garlic Croutons, Traditional Dressing
Spinach Salad, Pecans, Pears, Blue Cheese, Herb Vinaigrette
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad, Onions, Peppers, Olives, Feta

Pan Seared Chicken Breast,
Lemon, Capers, Tomatoes, Roasted Potatoes
Grilled Salmon
Herbed Garlic Butter, Red Pepper Risotto
Grilled Flank Steak
Peppers, Green Onions, Balsamic Juice
Marinated and Grilled Vegetables

Fruit Tart of the Season with Fruit Coulis
Flan – Ed’s Favorite
Sweet Ricotta-Filled Cannoli

Coffee and Tea
Iced Tea
Soft Drinks