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Thank you, my friend Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen for posting the wonderful update to the story.
SARASOTA, Fla. — Thousands gave thanks to a veteran for his service to our country Tuesday, October 1, 2019 afternoon.
Edward Karl Pearson of Naples died August 31 at the age of 80.
The funeral home coordinating services says Pearson passed away with no immediate family to attend his funeral. Legacy Options invited the public to attend his internment at Sarasota National Cemetery.
Those who never met Pearson attended the funeral anyways.
"He did not know me when he served his country and I don’t know him when I bury him, but we are one. He’s my family," said Cathy Strammer.
Sarasota National Cemetery assistant director Ed Lyons who is also a veteran says he's glad so many people are reaching out and wanting to honor Mr. Pearson.
"It’s what these veterans deserve, its what this veteran deserves," said Lyons.
Solorzanos Late Night Pizzeria in Sarasota offered a free small cheese pizza to anyone who showed up to the funeral in support of Pearson."
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Thank you for the great share sir, saw this on Facebook earlier.