Killeen, Texas— On Wednesday, July 29th at 11:00 a.m., the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Navy Veteran, Aviation Electronics Technician Petty Officer 1st Class (AT1), Christopher Lee Pelton. Born on July 6, 1971, AT1 Pelton served from July 1990 to July 2010. AT1 Pelton received the National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon, and the Navy Good Conduct Award for his service to our nation.
AT1 Pelton is not expected to have any next-of-kin attend his burial. Please help us spread the word and ensure that this U.S. Navy Veteran is not buried alone. Members of the Killeen community are encouraged to attend.
AT1 Pelton 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 the local communities and fellow Veterans service organizations to ensure NO Veteran is EVER left behind. To learn more about our Unaccompanied Veterans Program, click the button below:
Unaccompanied Veterans Program
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Dr. Dawn Buckingham made history in 2022, winning a statewide election to become Texas's 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.