On July 1, 2021, Eddie Lytle (better known as Ed or Deaner) was presented a Quilt of Valor by Loree Dienstbier of the Beatrice American Legion Auxiliary for his 40 years of service in the Army National Guard. Additional training was NCO School, Advanced NCO course, Reserve Component 1st Sergeant & Advanced NCO courses and US Army Sergeant Major Academy. From Dec. 1966 to March 1966 Ed's Military Assignments included:Infantry Company Legal Specialist, Infantry Company Supply Sergeant, & Infantry Administration Specialist all in Beatrice, and Infantry Company Heavy Mortar Platoon Sergeant and Armor company supply Sergeant both in Fairbury. Eddy retired after 40 years of Military Service May 12, 2006. Eddie Lytle received several Honors for his Military Service.

Source: Daily Sun July 13, 2021 13:30 UTC