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The Alkota family extends our heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to the brave men and women of our armed forces as they defend our nation's freedom. Many of these troops have voluntarily joined our armed forces out of love for our country and our way of life, and are now fighting to ensure that our liberty will be protected.
Jay Hallaway Called Up in January, 2003 -- RETURNS IN MARCH, 2004!
PLS Vehicle |
Alkota would like to recognize our own electrical engineer Jay Hallaway, who was called into active duty in early January 2003. Jay has been a member of the Army National Guard for 23 years, currently serving as Senior Food Operations Sergeant with the 727th Tranportation Company. His unit specializes in "Palletized Loading System" (PLS) equipment that can quickly transport shipping containers and supplies to the battle field.
Following two weeks of training and preparation here in South Dakota, the 727th relocated to Fort Carson, Colorado. Fort Carson was the mobilization site for the unit, which underwent additional training and equipment evaluation before being fully deployed. The 727th was stationed at a base in the gulf region for a full year.
Jay is happy to be home with his wife Cherilyn and two little girls, Jackie (4 years) and Elizabeth (20 months). Jay was also missed by his friends and family here at Alkota where he has been an electrical engineer since 1987.
Jay Hallaway with wife Cherilyn and daughters Jackie and Elizabeth |
Bob Haas Called Up in February, 2003 -- RETURNS IN AUGUST, 2003!
Alkota would also like to recognize Robert Haas, who was called into active duty in February, 2003. Bob spent 4 months overseas serving with the 114th Civil Engineering Squadron of the Air National Guard out of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Bob flew home the first week of August, 2003 and returned to Alkota later in the Fall. Bob has been a Research and Development Engineer with Alkota for 22 years.
Bob Haas and Jay Hallaway at a camp in Kuwait |
Our thoughts and prayers are with the rest of our armed forces personnel around the globe. God bless you and God bless America!
- PLS photo courtesy of the Army National Guard
- Hallaway family photo courtesy of the Alcester Union
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