Corpus Christi, Texas— On Wednesday, June 17th at 10:00 a.m., Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, Private First Class (PFC), David Bernard Depierri. Born on June 25, 1952, PFC Depierri served from August 1972 to August 1974. PFC Depierri received the National Defense Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Rifle Marksmanship Badge, and the Pistol Expert Badge for his service to our nation.
PFC Depierri is not expected to have any next-of-kin attend his burial. Please help us spread the word and ensure that this U.S. Marine Corps Veteran is not buried alone. Members of the Corpus Christi community are encouraged to attend.
PFC Depierri will receive military honors. If no next-of-kin is present at the burial, a Veterans Land Board Representative will accept the United States flag on his behalf.
The Texas Veterans Land Board works with local communities and fellow Veterans service organizations to ensure NO Veteran is EVER left behind.
Media planning to attend this Unaccompanied Veteran Burial, please email us your RSVP ahead of time to media@glo.texas.gov
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Dr. Dawn Buckingham made history in 2022, winning a statewide election to become Texas' first female Land Commissioner. As Land Commissioner, Dr. Dawn Buckingham is committed to helping Texans after a disaster, supporting Texas energy, ensuring that every child in Texas receives a high-quality public education, serving Texas Veterans, and securing the border to keep our communities safe.