Bridge dedication ceremony for Herr brothers held in Bristol

Members of the Herr family unveil the sign at an event at the Bristol gym last week, dedicated to the Herr brothers who died in the line of duty during World War II. From left are Susan (Herr) Hanson, Doug Herr, Rick Herr, Gene Herr, Karen (Herr) Kaml,Steve Hanson and Jackie (Herr) Hanson. Reporter & Farmer | Annie Witt
Members of the Herr family unveil the sign at an event at the Bristol gym last week, dedicated to the Herr brothers who died in the line of duty during World War II. From left are Susan (Herr) Hanson, Doug Herr, Rick Herr, Gene Herr, Karen (Herr) Kaml,Steve Hanson and Jackie (Herr) Hanson. Reporter & Farmer | Annie Witt

Radio Man Petty Officer 2nd Class Eugene L. Herr, Radio Man Petty Officer 2nd Class Ordien Herr and Lieutenant LeRoy Herr were three brothers who made the ultimate sacrifice to their country. A bridge ceremony in their honor was held at the Bristol school gym last week.

The Fallen Heroes Bridge Dedication Program was started in 2019 by Governor Kristi Noem and the South Dakota Departments of Vetera…