VFW Post 6812 Hayesville, NC

08/29/2026

Happy 110th Birthday to the United States Marine Corps Reserve 🇺🇸

Since 1916, Marine reservists have stood ready to leave behind their homes, families, careers, and communities whenever our nation called.

They are neighbors, coworkers, parents, spouses, students, and business owners—but they are also United States Marines. They train with purpose, serve with honor, and carry the same commitment to Corps and country as every Marine who has worn the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor.

From the battlefields of World War I and World War II to Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan, humanitarian missions, and emergencies here at home, Marine reservists have served beside their active-duty brothers and sisters with courage and distinction. Many gave their lives. Others returned home carrying wounds—seen and unseen—that remained long after their service ended.

Today, we honor every Marine reservist who answered the call, every family who endured the separation and uncertainty, and every fallen Marine whose sacrifice will never be forgotten.

To all who have served in the Marine Corps Reserve: thank you for remaining faithful, prepared, and willing to defend our nation at a moment’s notice.

Happy Birthday, Marines. Semper Fidelis.

08/26/2026

Never forget.

What a sad day in our recent history.

Five years ago, an Islamic terrorist carried out a su***de bombing at Abbey Gate in Kabul, Afghanistan.

Thirteen brave Americans paid the ultimate price for our country.

We will forever honor their memory and keep their families in our prayers.

08/25/2026

This September, Charles George VA Medical Center is observing Su***de Prevention & Awareness Month. Together, we can save lives.
Join our upcoming events across Western North Carolina to learn more about resources, connect with support, hear from guest speakers, and honor those we’ve lost.

Upcoming SP Month events:
• Sept. 2, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Charles George VA Medical Center
• Sept. 9, 9 a.m. – noon at Master Sergeant Jerry K. Crump CBOC
• Sept. 15, 9 a.m. – noon at WNCVAHCS Hickory CBOC
• Sept. 22, 9 a.m. – noon at WNCVAHCS Franklin CBOC
• Sept. 29, 9 a.m. – noon at CGVAMC Hope and Recovery Building (parking lot)

Your life matters. Your story isn’t over.

If you or someone you know needs support:
Dial 988, then Press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.
You can also chat at 988lifeline.org or text 838255.

08/24/2026

Auxiliary President, Helen Davis presented a donation check to Post Commander, John Clodfelter to help off set some of the costs of recent unforeseen repairs at the Post during the August membership meeting.

We are truly blessed to have such dedicated auxiliary members who provide so much support for veterans.

They are always looking for new
members.

Thank you.

08/19/2026

We just spoke to the funeral director at Mountain View Funeral Home.

There has been a lot of buzz surrounding the arrangements or lack there of for Mr. David Wells Parrish.

They are in touch with his sister and he will be buried in GA National Cemetery sometime in September.

Blairsville Cruisers have collected enough donations to cover the expenses that are not covered by the VA.

He will be escorted by the Patriot Guard Riders.

The obituary is below and will be updated with the service information as soon as the last details are ironed out.

We are so grateful that our fellow comrade will get the honors that he deserves.

David Wells Parrish of Cherry Log, Georgia, passed away on August 10, 2026, in Blairsville at the age of 76. Known to most as Wells, he was born on September 21, 1949, in Staunton, Virginia, to his mother, Catherine Kitty Parrish and his father, Earl Roger Parrish. At 18, Wells

08/16/2026

🪂 National Airborne Day — August 16 🪂

Today, we honor the brave men and women of America’s Airborne forces—those who willingly stepped into the open door of an aircraft, looked into the unknown, and jumped.

Their service demands a rare kind of courage. Airborne troops are trained to enter where the danger is greatest, often behind enemy lines, carrying everything they need and trusting their equipment, their training, and the paratroopers beside them.

From the battlefields of World War II to Korea, Vietnam, and the conflicts of the modern era, generations of Airborne warriors have answered the call. Some landed under heavy fire. Some never made it home. Others returned carrying wounds and memories that remained long after their parachutes were packed away.

Today, we remember every paratrooper who stood in that doorway, every family who waited at home, and every fallen warrior who gave everything in service to our country.

To all who have earned and worn the wings: your courage, sacrifice, and devotion will never be forgotten.

All the Way. Airborne!

08/14/2026

🪶 Navajo Code Talkers Day — August 14 🪶

Today, we honor the courageous Navajo Marines whose language became one of America’s most powerful weapons during World War II.

Using their sacred Diné language, the Navajo Code Talkers created and transmitted military messages with extraordinary speed and accuracy under enemy fire. Their code helped coordinate critical operations across the Pacific and was never successfully deciphered by the enemy.

These young men served a nation that had not always treated Native people with the dignity, freedom, or respect they deserved. Yet when America called, they answered—with courage, loyalty, and an unwavering commitment to their fellow Marines.

For decades, much of their service remained classified, and many returned home without recognition for the vital role they had played. Today, we speak their names with gratitude and remember that countless American lives were saved because of their bravery and ingenuity.

To the Navajo Code Talkers and their families: your language protected a nation, your courage helped secure victory, and your legacy will never be forgotten.

Semper Fidelis. Ahéhee’—thank you.

08/13/2026

ATTENTION LOCAL AND VISITING VETERANS!

We invite you to join us TONIGHT at 6pm for our monthly meeting.

We would love to meet you and have you meet some of our members.

If you are interested in joining our post there will be plenty of people there to help you with that.

Otherwise, just come out and give us a visit.

We can't wait to see you!

08/11/2026

We are saddened to hear about our brother or sister who lost their life at the Blairsville VA Clinic today.

Our prayers are with their family, friends, and anyone who knew them.

Mental Health is real.

There are resources available.

Please check on your people. Not just the ones who seem to be struggling. Check on the strong ones, the quiet ones, the one who is always joking, and the one who says, "I'm fine."

And if YOU are the one struggling, please hear this...

YOU MATTER
YOU ARE LOVED
YOUR LIFE MATTERS
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO CARRY THIS ALONE

There is no shame in asking for help. There is no weakness in saying, "I am not ok."

Sometimes the strongest and bravest thing we can do is reach out for help and let someone else carry the weight.

To our fellow veterans: look out for each other. Make the phone call. Send the text. Knock on the door. Give someone a few extra minutes. Sit with someone who needs you.

SU***DE IS A PERMANENT SOLUTION TO A TEMPORARY PROBLEM

Stay with us.

We need you here.