Army: 29th Infantry Division, 115 Infantry, 1st BN, Company D
World War II, D-Day, June 6, 1944, Omaha Beach, Normandy, France
Party and Function Hall
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VFW Post 5188 offers a large hall suitable for hosting family parties, special events and weddings.
The room has climate controlled air conditioning, a large bar, a 30x30 hard wood dance floor and seating for parties of 80 to 250 guests.
Pricing is affordable and scaled to make smaller family parties a reality.
Are you planning a family party. Are you looking for a hall with plenty of parking and conveniently located. Post 5188 would be perfect.
Many groups like the option of bringing their own food, or finding their own caterer. Your function doesn’t have to be expensive.
Have you been thinking about a family party, christening or an anniversary party? Consider Post 5188.
Call now to check on availability and the support that we can provide to make your next family function a success.
We will work with you to make your event easy and memorable.
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Everett Rockwood - Past Commander
Post 5188, Walpole
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World War II veteran Everett Rockwood died on Saturday at a Stoughton hospital. He was 88-years-old.
Known prominently throughout town as "Rocky," the longtime Walpole resident served in the army as a member of the 29th Infantry Division, 115th Infantry. He fought in Normandy, France as part of the D-Day invasion.
Rockwood earned the Purple Heart, two bronze battle stars, the bronze medal and the expert infantry combat badge for his service to the nation.
My father, my hero.
By Linda Rockwood
I am amazed by your courage and inspired by your dedication. A time to honor, a time to remember, on Veteran’s Day and always. I just want you to know, for all that you are and all that you’ve done, you are deeply loved.
I am so blessed and proud to be your daughter. I love you Dad.
Obituary:
Everett A. Rockwood
Everett A. "Rocky" Rockwood, 88, of Walpole died January 5, in the Kindred Hospital Specialty, Northeast, in Stoughton.
He was the husband of Jane M. (Maker) Rockwood. Born in Somerville, Mass, November 21, 1924, the son of Everett A. and Julia (Dailey) Rockwood, Mr. Rockwood had lived for most of his life in Walpole.
He was a graduate of Walpole High School. Mr. Rockwood had operated Rocky's Newsstand and Sandwich Shop in East Walpole, a beloved meeting place for East Walpole residents for many years. Rocky served in the Army during World War II. He was a member of the 29th Infantry Division, 115th Infantry.
He saw action at Normandy and in Northern France. He received severe wounds from mortar shells. His quick wit and infectious smile helped with his long recovery. He was awarded the Purple Heart, two bronze battle stars, the bronze medal and the expert infantry combat badge.
A longtime member of the Walpole VFW and its past Commander, He was an integral part of the Memorial Day parades and Veterans Days parades every year. He was truly one of the greatest generation.
Rocky enjoyed gardening, bowling, watching sports and having coffee with his friends at McDonalds, where he was known as the "Mayor". In addition to his wife he is survived by his children Jeffrey Rockwood of Middleton, Mass, and Linda Rockwood of Walpole. His also survived by his daughter-in-law Patricia Connolly of Walpole.
He was the father of the late James and Wayne Rockwood. He is also survived by his siblings Marjorie Rockwood of Sun City, Fla., Norma Stewart Sarasota, of Fla., Gertrude Bedard of Norton and Leo Rockwood of Centerville.
He was the brother of the late Lawrence Rockwood and Edna Shore. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Paul, Michael, Lisa, David, Molly and Casey.
His funeral will be held on Thursday January 10 from the Ginley Funeral Home, 892 Main Street Walpole at 9:15 followed by a funeral mass in Blessed Sacrament Church at 10:00.
Burial with full military honors will be in St. Francis Cemetery, South Walpole. Visiting hours will be on Wednesday from 4-7. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made in his memory to the Walpole VFW, 108, Robbins Road, Walpole, MA 02081.