Bill Grewe

Client

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Bill severed in the USAF Strategic Air Command, 305th Bomb Wing. He said it was a great learning experience and leadership training that has guided him through his career in aviation. "Thanks to Pickler Companies for recognizing the service and sacrifices of our Veterans."

Savannah Burke

Client's Family Member

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Savannah Burke was born and raised in Collierville. Originally a member of CHS class of 2022, she enrolled as a dual-enrolled student at Liberty University during the Covid shutdown and graduated from the University of Tennessee-Martin in May 2024, simultaneously receiving a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. At age 19, she was selected for active duty and assigned to the JAG corps, where she is currently in her first year of law school at Southern Illinois University.

Devin Ward

Family of Staff Member

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Devin started volunteering to play Taps at military funerals, ensuring veterans could receive a live performance in their honor instead of a recorded version.Through his involvement with Bugles Across America, he became familiar with Military Funeral Honors as a civilian. Later, he joined the Army, where he had the privilege of serving as part of the Honor Guard. Today, he continues to honor soldiers and their families, still playing his horn in service as a soldier.

Tom White

Client​

US Army 1971-1973: Served with Army Engineer Board at Fort Knox, Kentucky and with the 25th Infantry Division at Schofield Barracks Hawaii.

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US Navy 1975-1979: Served with VP47 anti-submarine patrol squadron at NAS Moffett Field, California with six-month deployments to Japan and Okinawa.

Gerry Shutrump

Client

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Gerry enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1975, a year after graduating from Norman High School and spending a semester at the University of Oklahoma. After completing boot camp, he was assigned to Aviation Electrician’s Mate School in Millington, TN. Following graduation, he received orders to NAS Whidbey Island, Washington, where he served with VAQ-134, working on the EA-6B, the Navy's electronic warfare aircraft. During his four years of service, Gerry completed two nine-month Pacific deployments on the USS Enterprise (CVN 65). On his second deployment, he served as the Electric Shop's Flight Deck Troubleshooter for his squadron, working on the flight deck of the Navy’s largest aircraft carrier at the time—a highlight of his enlistment. Gerry’s time in the Navy instilled a strong work ethic and provided him with the technical skills that led to a successful career in the airline industry. He encourages others to consider service, as it offers invaluable skills that last a lifetime. Proud to be a U.S. Navy veteran, Gerry cherishes the opportunity he had to serve his country.