Honoring Racine WWII Veteran Staff Sergeant Ralph H. Bode

While serving during World War II, Staff Sergeant Ralph H. Bode's aircraft was shot down over the skies of Kassel, Germany. For 80 years, no one knew for certain what happened to Staff Sergeant Bode, but recently his remains were finally identified. Tomorrow, Racine is honoring his return.

Our community is invited to attend the ceremony to honor SSgt Bode on the same day his aircraft was shot down 80 years ago. Here's everything you need to know:

When: Tomorrow, September 27, 2024

Procession Departure: 9:25 AM from Sturino Funeral Home

Location to Gather: Along Osbourne Boulevard between Spring Street and the entrance to the Graceland Cemetery. Please be in place no later than 9:15 AM

Military Aircraft Flyover: 10:03 AM

For more information on the ceremony, click here. Hope to see you there.

On Wisconsin,

Bryan Steil
Member of Congress

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