Like all casualties of war, the men and women whose lives were lost at Fort Hood, Texas, as a result of the November 5, 2009, shooting will not be forgotten.  They will be mourned, and they will be remembered for their brave devotion and service to their country.  A memorial garden will be constructed on the grounds of the Killeen Civic and Conference Center to provide a lasting tribute to our fallen brothers and sisters.  Initial plans include a gazebo nestled among trees outlining walkways in a serene, picturesque setting.

The Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden will be made possible through the generous support and donations of businesses, public and private entities, schools, churches, youth groups, and everyday men, women, boys, and girls.  The Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden will be a living memorial to those who died and a testimony to the beauty that can be achieved when we work together.  SPJST is spearheading the project.  If you or your group is interested in contributing time, energy, or monetary support to this effort, please email Hiram Dixon or call him at (254) 231-7722 or (254) 773-1575 for details.

You may mail checks made payable to:

The Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden

c/o SPJST Home Office

PO Box 100  •  Temple, Texas  76503

Thank you for your kind support.  Visit www.forthoodgarden.com.

Wednesday, February 24 - A planning meeting is set for 10 a.m. at Killeen Civic and Conference Center.  Anyone interested in assisting with the project is invited to attend.

Wednesday, February 10 - Thanks to everyone who attended the press conference officially announcing the project at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center.  Special thanks to KCEN-TV, KXXV-TV, KNCT-TV, and Killeen Daily Herald who also attended and reported on the event. Thanks to Temple Daily Telegram for their publicity.  Click here to see the television clips.