On Thursday, February 20 at 11 a.m. sharp, the Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for Sgt. Marc A. Jones. Born on October 20, 1953, Sgt. Jones served from May 1973 to July 1975. Sgt. Jones received the National Defense Service Medal for his service to our country.

Sgt. Jones is not expected to have any next-of-kin attend his burial. Please help spread the word and ensure that this U.S. Air Force Veteran is not buried alone. Members of the Mission and surrounding communities are encouraged to attend.

Sgt. Jones will receive military honors. If no next-of-kin is present at the burial, a Veterans Land Board Representative will accept the United States flag on his behalf.

The Texas Veterans Land Board works with the local communities and fellow Veterans service organizations to ensure no Veteran is ever left behind

Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery is located at 2520 S. Inspiration Rd., in Mission.