As Kansas mourns its favorite son and a genuine American hero, we want to inform you of public in-person opportunities in Kansas, as well as chances to watch online.
We ask that you take the time to participate and show your respects.
Washington, D.C.:
A memorial service honoring the life of Senator Dole on Friday, December 10 at 11:00 a.m. President Biden, Senators Pat Roberts and Tom Daschle, and Senator Dole’s daughter Robin Dole, will offer tributes to the late Senator. Lee Greenwood will perform. The Cathedral will have a live stream of the service at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QHR0uQATsc.
Salina, KS:
The Senator’s casket will arrive at Salina Regional Airport the evening of December 10 and will be received by a Kansas delegation.
Russell, KS:
On December 11, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m., a public viewing will be held at St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Russell, Kansas. A public service will be held at 11:00 a.m., with tribute remarks from Senators Pat Roberts, Jerry Moran, and Roger Marshall. The public will be invited to pass by the Senator’s casket following the service to pay their respects. At 1:00 p.m., Senator Dole’s casket will depart.
Topeka, KS:
On December 11, 4 p.m., Kansas officials will receive Senator Dole’s casket at the Kansas State Capitol. Kansas ROTC cadets will provide an honor cordon as the Kansas National Guard Casket Team carries the Senator’s casket to its position of repose on the second level. A public ceremony will take place in the Capitol Rotunda.
All information can be found at robertdole.org.
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