Retired Flag

Second Annual Retired Flag Disposal Ceremony

Knights of Columbus Council #13754 Sponsors Retired Flag Receptacle

The Knights of Columbus Council #13754, sponsored a “Retired Flag Receptacle” at Wells Fargo Bank on Mesquite Boulevard in Mesquite, Nevada. The dedication was on March 10, 2004. Brother Knight Bill Trippello donated the Mail Box type receptacle and Brother Rob Wyatt, the manager of the Wells Fargo Branch provided the space. Brother Jim McCluskey, Grand Knight of the council dedicated the receptacle assisted by Cub Scout Pack #70 and Pack Leader Mrs. Durbin, Commander of the American Legion Post, and representatives of the Mesquite Fire Department. Retired American flags can be deposited in the receptacle at any time and will be retrieved by the Mesquite Knights of Columbus for proper disposal through the Elks, American Legion, and the Fire Department.

The newly formed Knights of Columbus Council #13754 is looking to identify itself with the community of Mesquite, Nevada, and participate in activities for the good of the area and its residents. This is one of many such activities and events the council hopes to sponsor in the future.