Media Info for Lt George E Key

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THE MEDIA IS INVITED TO COVER THIS IMPORTANT EVENT.

WHAT	Military Honors Funeral for Lt. George E. Key WWII Normandy Landing First Wave Veteran and Great Grandson of Francis Scott Key (author of the Star Spangled Banner). WWII Bomber "Missing Man Formation" Flyover. Up to 250 Military and First Responder Motorcycle Riders will escort the remains of Lt. Key from Lesneski Mortuary in San Clemente to Miramar National Cemetery for the Service. The Star Spangled Banner will be sung at both locations.
WHERE	Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Drive, San Diego, CA 92122. Arrive early for parking. Lesneski Mortuary, 640 S El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA
WHEN	Service: Friday, September 24, 2021 @ 10:30 AM Escort of Remains from San Clemente, Departure: 9:00 am
WHO	Media are invited to cover this important event. Public are invited to join senior military officials to attend the Service at Miramar.

Official Media Release Here

Official Obituary Here

High Resolution Photos Here

Interview Opportunity - Georgia Smith, Daughter georgiamsmith@cox.net | 949-842-5577

San Clemente Remembers a Star Spangled Icon Here

Smithsonian 15 Star Flag (Star-Spangled Banner Back on Display) Here

Miramar National Cemetery Director Greta L. Hamilton Here

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9934 Here

Motorcycle Escort Groups

Blue Knights International Motorcycle Club Here

The Patriot Motorcycle Escort

Kin Sisters Here

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