Born in Union, SC, he was the son of the late William Dufae and Clara McWhirter Cooper. Add to your scrapbook. You can view other examples of Jim Roark's work via the Library's Photo Collection website. May he be forevermore at peace. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Born September 30, 1927, in Hollsopple the son of David E. and Nellie (Clark) Thomas. "You never know with those crazy people. Rick Monday remembers arriving at Dodger Stadium, opening a letter, reading the words of a Vietnam veteran thanking him for saving the American flag from burning on April 25, 1976. It happened on April 25, 1976 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Failed to delete memorial. Our family is saddened by the passing of Dr. Thomas. Obituary. God has other plans for him. . Failed to report flower. He inspired his colleagues to be the best dentists they could be. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. My favorite part has got to be that impotent little temper tantrum at the end, when the protester throws his little bottle of lighter fluid, at the outfielders back. (In 1989, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that flag-burning is considered "symbolic speech protected by the First Amendment."). Two of her surviving siblings told me that, growing up, their family moved around often, on account of their father being a Southern Baptist preacher, which made it difficult to make lasting friends. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. William Kevin Thomas passed away peacefully at the age of 77 on January 21, 2023. The elder Thomas pleaded guilty to trespassing and was sentenced to three days in jail and one year on probation. The sodden flag, unlit, was preserved. Even in that pre-digital age, when film was developed in the darkroom, Roark was confident he'd nailed it. U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current . Try again later. But he didn't, I presume because of his alcoholism. He and Catharina fought, then separated. A memorial Service for the late Errol Thomas Rest in peace Dr. Thomas. Dr. Thomas was a wonderful dentist and a terrific mentor for my daughter, Cherianne. racist or sexually-oriented language. I'm not sure what I was thinking, except I was angry and I started to run after them, Monday told MLB News in 2016 on the 40th Anniversary of the play. Two others were reportedly apprehended for trying to attack them. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. December 22, 2022 There was a problem getting your location. Errol enjoyed genealogy and was well known in the Sutterfield and Morrison community. You can always change this later in your Account settings. Survivors include three children, Samuel Davis Davey Thomas, Jr. (Wanda C. Thomas), William Errol Thomas, and Tonya Kay Thomas all of Sumter; five grandchildren, Heather Thomas Kurzenberger, Samuel Davis Trey Thomas III, Samantha Taylor Brown, Amanda Thomas Berry, and William Errol Thomas, Jr.; and three great-grandchildren, Morgan, Sarah Jane, and Thomas. I was looking forward to seeing him again. Search above to list available cemeteries. based on information from your browser. "It was very difficult," Catharina says. The elder Thomas pleaded guilty to trespassing and was sentenced to three days in jail and one-year probation. A graveside service will be held at 1:30 P.M. Friday in the Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery with the Rev. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Errol Thomas to pay them a last tribute. Our professional and caring staff is dedicated to working with your family to provide assistance in selecting high quality and affordable funeral services during your time of Grief. By the time the Cubs returned to Wrigley Field, he was a national hero, thanks in part to "the most famous picture of its kind since the flag-raising at Iwo Jima," according to Los Angeles Times columnist Jim Murray. He was preceded in death by his parents. Laura Whitt officiating. Drag images here or select from your computer for William Errol Thomas memorial. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. If you know of an upcoming event for William Errol Veno, please add one. This is the name that will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more. Monday retired in 1984. Another brother, Robert, was an illustrator in the art department at the Los Angeles Herald-Examiner, and he helped Jim land an entry-level post as a copy boy. and Rick Monday runs and takes it away from him!. Recommend Mary's obituary to your friends. 12:00 PM-1:00 PM, Funeral Service Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. GREAT NEWS! . While waiting for the train, he was beaten by four people in a robbery. He was so nice and friendly, I never excepted this coming. He stuck around for a few more innings before driving to the newspaper's stately offices in downtown L.A. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. Roark and Monday posed together wearing enormous grins. The story figured to die. I will miss my orthodontist Dr. William Thomas. Call Us. He is the author of five books, including a collection of his columns entitled, Plaschke: Good Sports, Spoil Sports, Foul Ball and Oddballs. Plaschke is also a panelist on the popular ESPN daily talk show, Around the Horn. For his community service, he has been named Man of the Year by the Los Angeles Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and has received a Pursuit of Justice Award from the California Womens Law Center. Billy Thomas Crowder passed away January 14, 2023. Director Arne Harris later said he was worried the pair rushing the field were carrying a bomb. He gave me such a beautiful smile and I'd like to give my condolences to his family. Roark stationed himself in the photo well located by the first-base dugout. As for his motive, the Los Angeles Police Department said it had something to do with what he claimed was his wifes imprisonment against her will in a Missouri mental institution. As Monday handed the flag off to Dodgers pitcher Doug Rau, Tommy Lasorda raced over from the third-base coach's box and screamed curses at the would-be flag-burners. . And, why did a father use his 11-year-old son as an accomplice? This is a carousel with slides. I make every effort to get my facts straight, but I'm as good at being wrong, as anyone else. Rick Monday requested the flag after the game but it had to be held, pending police investigation. We are sad to announce that on December 22, 2022, at the age of 76, William Errol Veno of Frisco, Texas passed away. "He was sad and upset and very worried about his future," his wife said. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. His Lordship Justice Errol Leroy Thomas of St. Vincent who resided at Fort Jeudy, St. George She died in a nursing home. . He was polite, but he refused to be interviewed. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. About Us; . In its bicentennial year, America was a country afflicted and profoundly at odds. By July 4th, as America celebrated its 200th birthday and readied for the upcoming presidential election, William Errol Thomas and his son had effectively vanished. . With great sorrow and sadness, the family of William Errol Waugh (Bill) announce his sudden and unexpected passing on January 19th, 2021 at The North Bay Regional Health Centre. William Errol Thomas. My answer is, absolutely not.. He passed then-third base coach Tom Lasorda, who was running toward the fools and cursing. Also he was the grandson of Isaac Marion Lewis and Hattie Cooper, and Thomas Andrew Morrison and Ferby Mae Sutterfield. Vin Scully cried out from the broadcast booth. We could tell you what happened, but Vin Scully will always do it better: Wait a minute, theres an animal loose . As the cheering died, everybody in the stands started singing God Bless America, Monday recalled. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Titled "This Is Our Flag," it was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize. It was clear they had lighter fluid and matches. There was an error deleting this problem. Year should not be greater than current year. Editor's Note: After the Herald-Examiner closed, the Hearst Corp. donated the paper's photo archives to the Los Angeles Public Library. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Preceded in death by parents, wife the former Shirley F. Spory who died September 14, 2012, son James Thomas, sisters Margaret Block, and Evelyn Miller, Son-in-law Thomas, and daughter-in-law . In lieu of flowers, Bill's family has set up a college and youth athletics fund for Jonathan. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of William Thomas (229710648)? I cherish the time I had with you. Please make checks payable to: "Jonathan Thomas College and Youth Athletics Fund"* and mail to: Jeff Thomas, 1945 NE Baker Street, McMinnville, OR 97128. "I just didn't feel like having a closeup of a ballplayer maybe getting his head blown off, not with all those kids watching," he said. He knew all about the prices that were paid for something that allowed him to go from an average Santa Monica schoolboy to a very rich baseball player. William Errol Thomas was 37 years old, unemployed, and from Eldon, Missouri. Born October 5, 1932, in New Zion, SC, she was a daughter of the late Hugh Dillworth Hardy and the late Margaret "Maggie" Elizabeth Coker Hardy. Brother-In-Law: Theodore He was Orthodontist to both my children and went out of his way to make their smile the very best possible. Kenneth Errol Cooper, 82, passed away at home Saturday, January 7, 2023. Moments like the one in which the Thomases took the field, attempting to send whatever message they were trying to send, were startling, but also startlingly commonplace. He was 53 years old. The moment and the photograph would be compared to the epochal flag-raising at Iwo Jima, except that this time the nation was at war with itself, and the battleground extended even to the green grass of the national pastime. He was always so kind to all of us and we look forward to his yearly patient parties. Ret. Having heart trouble?. I said to myself, Thats a flag, and thats lighter fluid, Monday recalled. William Errol Thomas, 37, Eldon. I was stunned. He had heard stories of his father and the Army. Image courtesy of the Los Angeles Public Library. We have Roark's iconic image, and Monday's proud patriotism, but not the final element that completes the story and brings resolution. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. . It was about appreciating your freedom.. Billy Thomas Crowder. One newspaper wrote that the protest was "against the treatment of American Indians.". Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? All sorts of people.. Father-in-law to Weston McComb, Andrew . I don't feel it necessary to go over this." Oops, we were unable to send the email. Several sources mentioned that he was a Native American. It's a tragedy that he had to drink. God bless America.". The elder Thomas was from Eldon, Mo., and was unemployed at the time. Weve updated the security on the site. With his second wife, Barbaralee, he has used it to raise enormous amounts of money for charity, including veterans groups. What would happen if somebody tried to burn a flag in a major league outfield today? Find Obituaries. We look forward to the day when we will see him again. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. . Gimme all your money or the unspeakably evil enemy will destroy you! Laura Whitt officiating. who entered into rest on Sunday 4th September, 2022 I'm a father, a son and a grandfather. He lost his job, and the image he'd constructed for himself as a self-made success. "I remember thinking, 'That's a cinch to win,'" colleague Jim Ruebsamen said. Errol Thomas Lewis was born February 10, 1939 in the city of Detroit, Michigan. . Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. The family did not issue a public statement. I didn't want any of them saying, Marine, why did you stand by and watch those guys burn that American flag?, Mondays efforts were appreciated by fans everywhere. Both daughters are presently living in Florida. There is no photo or video of Errol Thomas.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. There are no events at this time. A few facts emerged. President Ford awarded him with a Bicentennial Commendation, while Mayor Richard Daley named him the grand marshal of Chicago's "Salute to the American Flag" parade. I told myself Id publish 365. "I thought he might have a knife or a gun," Cubs leftfielder Jose Cardenas said. Ive been to too many veterans hospitals and seen too many broken bodies of guys who tried to protect it.. ", Forty years later, Monday is still furious. Jose Canseco would grab for the flag and miss. One asked: "Were the names of the two perps Bill Ayers and Bernadine Dorn?". Resend Activation Email. The man who took that photo, another hero type named James Roark, former photo editor of the defunct Los Angeles Herald Examiner, died last fall after being beaten by four teenagers on the streets of Portland, Ore. Can anyone please tell me how he died. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/229710648/william-errol-thomas. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. He took a correspondence course from the Famous Photographer's School in Connecticut, whose faculty included Richard Avedon, Irving Penn, and Bert Stern, and dutifully studied their instruction manuals. He played 19 seasons in the big leagues. Monday returned to California when the A's moved to Oakland, but missed their World Series run after being traded to Chicago in 1971 for pitcher Ken Holtzman. . He was dedicated to the rule of Law and a respected colleague and friend to many. Thank you for your interest in the history we all share. Prep Rally is devoted to the SoCal high school sports experience, bringing you scores, stories and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes prep sports so popular. Thank you for always just being there.May God bless that big heart of yours with all that is good and may He pour out His Divine Mercy on you and your family and on us all everywhere???? Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. One brother told me that he "didn't think she was connected with what Bill Thomas did. He learned to play the game correctly under the tutelage of Ruben Navarro, his coach at Santa Monica High School, and came of age around the time the Dodgers moved to Los Angeles, in 1958. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Instead, the Pulitzer was awarded to another flag-themed photograph, published just 20 days before Roark's: Stanley Forman's The Soiling of Old Glory, a now-iconic picture that showed a white teenager using an American flag as a lance to attack an African-American attorney during an anti-busing rally in Boston. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. Saw something being laid out, like a picnic blanket. Saw the glare off the bottle of clear liquid. "He came in crowing, 'Hey, I got this great photo,'" Michael Haering said. He was also fined $80. 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Monday has only one thing to say to those such as Denver Nugget guard Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, who recently refused to stand for the national anthem. I don't know that she knew anything about what he was doing.". . He brightened our high school and college years with that beautiful smile. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. February 25, 1946 - Graveside services will be Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Memory Hill Gardens. He was a good friend of 20 years. Burial will be held at Cadillac Memorial Gardens West. I just read the news today and am in shock. Afterwards, no journalist bothered to interview Thomas. With no TV coverage, Roark boasted that he was the only one to capture the incident. I offer these "Today in History" stories in hopes that you'll enjoy reading them, as much as Ive enjoyed writing them. Monday requested the flag afterwards, but left empty-handed because of the ensuing police investigation. Roark set out to join the sports department as a photojournalist. The boy was his 11-year-old son, whose name has never been revealed because he was a juvenile. accounts, the history behind an article. Passed away on Sunday 29 January 2023. The photo, and its strange and disquieting power, endures. Errol was survived by his daughters, his sister Barbara (William) Cary, and his nieces, Susan and Jennifer. Josephine was born on March 14 1891, in Crossley, Victoria. Robert called himself John Galt, after the protagonist from Ayn Rand's novel Atlas Shrugged, while Jim swapped his last name for that of Howard Roark, the central figure in Rand's The Fountainhead. His was a life of fun, humor, adventure and above all, love. Blogs; Online will; Shop. His Children: Oliver Thomas in Barbados and Jameelah Thomas in Canada Afterwards, he moved out to California. 0 cemeteries found in Old Town, Penobscot County, Maine, USA. Choose wisely! To those attending visitation and or services at the funeral home for a loved one, in keeping with the CDC and State of Michigan DHHS guidelines, masks for those not vaccinated and social distancing along with limitations in number of person(s) in the visitation room and chapel must be followed and will be enforced. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). He attended local schools and had been employed In New York for the last five years Surviving are one son William Errol Thomas Jr of the U S Marine Corps and one daughter Eugenia Thomas of Gardiner his mother Mrs Theresa Sockalexts of Old Town: one brother John Thomas of Boise Idaho two sisters Mrs James Sanborn of Her-mon and Mrs Edwin Mitchell of Old Town also several nieces and nephews Remains are expected to arrive in Old Town some time Saturday forenoon at the Baillargeon Funeral Home 109 Middle Street Committal services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Tribal Cemetery on the Indian Reservation Burial will be in the family lot, U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. all right . On April 25, 1976, on a hazy Sunday afternoon, the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs were playing the final game of a meaningless early-season series at Dodger Stadium when, quite suddenly, one person and then another ran onto the field. He charged the pair, grabbed the cloth with his right hand, and kept running. Cubs centerfielder Rick Monday had experience dealing with streakers, drunks, and other intruders in the outfield, but he sensed something was different and otherwise awry. Brett Butler, knowing that Betsy Ross was a nonunion worker, would ignore it. She filed for divorce and ultimately went back to Sweden with the children. Rick Long, the Cape Cod Curmudgeon The older man was identified as both William Errol Thomas and William Errol Morris. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Dr. Thomas worked on my grandson, Dylan's teeth and Dylan just loved him. It wasnt about having some military background, Monday said. Daily Herald provides a local perspective with local content such as the northwest suburbs most comprehensive news on the web. Monday dashed over and grabbed the flag, to thunderous applause from the 25,167 in attendance. You were a good kid, a good man, and I am so proud and honored to have known you. Thursday 1/12, 11:00 am. He returned to his position amid a standing ovation. Even his most famous photograph lost its luster with the surprise discovery of color video footage of the flag rescue, shot by a spectator from the stands. I thought you might like to see a memorial for William Errol Thomas I found on Findagrave.com. The other person on the field was his son, who was all of 11. who entered into rest on Sunday 4th September, 2022 If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Dearborn Heights Fire Department. Still, the picture and the publicity boosted Roark's career. Nephew and niece: Joseph and Nicole Thomas (Canada), Friend to: Sir Marston Gibson (Barbados), Errol Chase (Barbados), Sir Gerald Watts KC (Antigua), Sir Dennis Byron, William Chandler (Barbados) Steadyroy Cutie Benjamin (Antigua) Deborah St. Bernard (Grenada) Sherma Dalrymple (Dominica), Garth Wilkin (St. Kitts), Ruggles Ferguson and Tamara Gill (Grenada), Sir Hugh Rawlins (St. Kitts), the legal fraternities of Barbados, Grenada, St. Kitts and Antigua, the late former President of Dominica Cajeton Hood, Dr. N.J.O. Worse yet, if it happened today and Rick Monday tried to stop it, Monday would be arrested for infringing on the rights of others. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Before the second match could be dropped, he had grabbed the flag and was carrying it off the field. What they were doing was wrong, and I wanted them off the field, he told VICE Sports before a spring training game in Glendale, Ariz. I did not want them to be able to desecrate an American flag that some of my buddies lost their lives for, representing the rights and freedoms that you and I enjoy.. There is a problem with your email/password. Maybe he should have a word with some of todays professional athletes. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. April 25, 1976 was hazy with a light breeze and a high of 70 degrees. 94 of Boswell died August 20, 2022, in Somerset. "Mr. Red, White and Blue," as Campanis called him, never reached that plateau again, but he fit comfortably within a traditionalist organization that dealt away outliers like Dick Allen and Glenn Burke. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. August 10, 1935 - You will always be Billy to me, dear friend from Holy Family to Uni.RIP. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. By signing up, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy & to receive electronic communications from Vice Media Group, which may include marketing promotions, advertisements and sponsored content. I can't help but wonder how many lives you have brightened.so detail orientedso much passionso much to give.so much to love."Dr. Thomas" to my kids and "Billy" to Guy and me.you were special to us and we will hold your smile in our hearts always.and we will deeply miss you. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. I' heartbroken over this news. Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home and Crematorium of Sumter is in charge of the arrangements. went to Uni & USD with Bill - always a smile and a positive word thoughts and prayers from our family to yours. Beloved husband of 54 years to Patricia (nee Lyons); loving father to Ciara (Trickett) & John and the late Sarah (McComb) (2021) & Christopher (1984). Born October 5, 1932, in New Zion, SC, she was a daughter of the late Hugh Dillworth Hardy and the late Margaret Maggie Elizabeth Coker Hardy. February 25, 1941 - January 25, 2023. Even today, they continue to be publicly chastised and shamed. Predeceased by his son,. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. "He applied for photography jobs that he thought, because of his reputation, he was sure he would get. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. You really were such a great orthodontist and person. . Poor kid. Like a runt piglet, squealing at a passing stallion. Make a life-giving gesture. William Errol Thomas was 37 years old, unemployed, and from Eldon, Missouri. Thomas, William 04/05/1961 ~ 12/18/2014 SAN DIEGO -- Dr. William "Bill" Thomas, DDS, MS, a loving father, son and brother, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2014, in Poway, California. Every year I heard about it, every week, all the time, said Monday, a Dodger announcer for the last three years. Don't knowingly lie about anyone Read More: The Irreverent Relics Of The Baseball Reliquary, The crowd of 25,167, many of them reacting to Scully's words, gave Monday a standing ovation. William R. Thomas. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. The Thomas' legacy is a match blown out by the wind. "It looks like he's going to burn a flag!" William Errol Thomas was 37 years old, unemployed, and from Eldon, Missouri. He appeared in two All-Star Games and was part of the Dodgers World Series Championship in 1981. It lost him his family and his career. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. it looks like hes going to burn a flag . He was a determined lens-man who essentially willed himself into being, both as a photographer and as a person. Skip to content. View All. Poor kid. He used Tri-X, the black-and-white film of choice, with a Nikon f2 camera and a 300mm f/4.5 lens. Monday saw them stop there. For a piece of cloth.. "He thought he knew more than anybody, and everybody who disagreed with him was absolutely wrong," former Herald-Examiner photographer Sergio Ortiz said. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. "And it was very difficult for the kids.". Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Monday, who'd served in the Marine Corps Reserve for six years, didn't hesitate. You have funeral questions, we have answers. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. The outfield wall and disbelieving fans frame it as a backdrop. He made himself ubiquitous: under the basket at the Fabulous Forum, by the 18th green at Riviera, at the Rose Bowl for the Super Bowl, and ringside for title fights at the Olympic Auditorium. You were loved by everyone that had the pleasure to know you. What befell them has become, according to Dodgers' historian Mark Langill, "one of the two big mysteries we have: what happened to the Kirk Gibson home-run ball and what happened to the two people who tried to burn the American flag?". . two of them . I watched you grow up from a little boy to become the captain of your football team, successfully complete college and then on to your career and being a parent. "I'm not interested in reliving that time period," he told me. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. They have never been quoted or interviewed, and have remained hidden from public view even in the age of social media. We are not able to have food in the funeral home at this time. For long stretches, she experienced mental illness. View all posts by Cape Cod Curmudgeon, February 10, 1920 Lena Blackburnes Baseball Rubbing Mud. . Born James Barnas, he grew up in Chicago. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. As for why he did it, Monday said it was a reaction more than any planned action. He spent many. Funeral Home Services for W. Rest in peace, Bill and watch over us. He is now in his early 50s, married, and has a child of his own. The other person on the field was his son, who was all of 11. He handed it to one of his teammates as the two demonstrators raced back into the stands. May he rest in peace and have new hopes in the future for eternal life. I wonder how he turned out. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Try again later. SGM Angel Garcia-Candal February 15th 404 N. Main St. Late on the evening of October 15, 1995, Roark left his gig as a night cook at Poor Richard's restaurant in Portland. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Be Nice. The message board read, Rick Monday, you made a great play.. Learn more about managing a memorial . The flag has become Monday's identity and cause. "It wrapped up the feeling of the period, that everybody was apathetic and nobody gave a crap, and suddenly this hero arises out of nowhere in Rick Monday.". Siblings: Marva, Gloria, Stanley; and Bert Thomas in Canada He'd be about 56 now. The Herald-Examiner was a feisty tabloid. A unique and . Try again. 4 tournaments t. Errol Kevence Superville, MD. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. It would then bounce off his head and over the left-field fence. 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