Guardsman retires after 6 decades of duty
The Associated Press
Posted : Tuesday Jun 29, 2010 8:06:27 EDT
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — A member of the Illinois Army National Guard has retired after nearly six decades years of duty.
The guard says Chief Warrant Officer Nelson Blakey of Moweaqua retired June 1 after 56 years.
Blakey joined the guard in March 1953 and first worked at a warehouse in Springfield. His last post was in a personnel office helping enlisted guard members with problems. He says that job was his favorite.
Sgt. Maj. Donnie Parker says Blakey is a humble, outgoing man who will be tough to replace.
Now that he's retired, Blakey plans to continue working on his farm. His wife, Bonnie Blakey, is also a retiree of the Illinois National Guard.
Guardsman retires after 6 decades of duty
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