By: Megan Zapalac Those who have fought and serve are among us, but their stories are only shared if asked— and some go unheard. Through scars and smiles, three local veterans shared their stories of service and hardships. Having retired as a sergeant major in the U.S. Army, 81-year-old Emigdio Ramos, said his career began during the Vietnam War […]
A Life of Service: Local men reflect on their time in the military
November 11, 2019 by JOUR 3312
Filed Under: Local, Lubbock, Today, U.S. Tagged With: Gulf War, Korean War, Military Service, Operation Desert Storm, Texas Tech Veteran's Association, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Marines, U.S. National Guard, U.S. Navy, Veterans Day, Vietnam War, World War I, World War II
Old Ed
December 20, 2013 by Sarah Self-Walbrick
When I head into work on Monday and Wednesday afternoons, I know that I will be greeted with a big hello and hug from one of my favorite coworkers: Old Ed. Edward Barricklow, who turned 85 on Nov. 17, has worked at Old Navy in Lubbock since it first opened more than 10 years ago. […]
Filed Under: Featured, Lubbock Tagged With: Edward Barricklow, Germany, Guam, Old Navy, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy