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SOUTH DAKOTA: April 20, 2020 - In honor of State Representative Bob Glanzer
Governor Kristi Noem today ordered that flags be flown at half-staff in honor of the late State Representative Bob Glanzer from sunrise until sundown on Monday, April 20, 2020, the day of his funeral.
"I was very sorry to hear of Bob Glanzer’s passing. Bob was a man of true integrity and someone I greatly respected,” Governor Noem said. “He epitomized what it means to be a true statesman and worked tirelessly for the people of Beadle and Kingsbury counties as well as for our entire state. Bryon and I will miss him dearly, and we extend our deepest sympathies to Penny and his entire family." Glanzer, 74, was a state representative from District 22, which is Beadle and Kingsbury counties. He had been serving in the state House since 2017.
SOUTH CAROLINA: April 18, 2020 - In honor of Deputy Jeremy C. LaDue
Governor Henry McMaster orders that the flags on all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, April 18, 2020, in tribute to Deputy Jeremy C. LaDue of the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office, who died in the line of duty. Governor McMaster requests that flags over buildings of the political subdivisions of this State similarly be flown at half-staff for this purpose.
ARIZONA: April 17, 2020 until 24, 2020 - In Honor Former Arizona Governer Jane Hull
Governor Doug Ducey has ordered that flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff immediately to honor of the life and legacy of former Arizona Governor Jane Hull, who passed away today at the age of 84. Per flag protocol, the flags will remain lowered until sunset on the day of interment, which has not been set yet.
The Governor released the following statement:
“Arizona is deeply saddened by the passing of former Governor Jane Hull. A former teacher, legislator, Arizona’s first woman Speaker of the House of Representatives, Secretary of State, and Arizona’s first woman elected governor, Governor Hull was a trailblazer and principled leader whose vision and commitment, especially to our state’s kids, will have a lasting impact.
Governor Hull’s legacy includes bringing members of both parties together to pass Proposition 301, a generational funding source for our schools; establishing KidsCare, providing health care to tens of thousands of Arizona kids in need; and helping to launch TGen, a first-of-its-kind genomics research institute in Arizona.
Governor Hull came to Arizona in 1962 with her husband, Dr. Terry Hull, who served as a doctor on the Navajo Nation. They were a team dedicated to each other throughout their lives. Through 25 years of public service, Governor Hull steered Arizona through sometimes turbulent political times, providing steady leadership and an unwavering commitment to doing what’s right and ethical. She will be remembered for her strength of conviction, grace and ability to bring people together for the long-time benefit of all Arizonans. Governor Hull will be greatly missed. Angela and I offer our deepest sympathies and prayers to her family and loved ones.
In honor of Governor Hull’s life and legacy, I’ve ordered all state flags be lowered to half-staff.” Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
ILLINOIS: April 17 until Further Notice - In Honor of COVID-19 Victims
United States and Illinois flags at half-staff immediately.
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of: All Who Have Perished from COVID-19 in the Land of Lincoln Please immediately lower the United States flags and the State flags at all buildings occupied by your agency’s personnel.
INDIANA: April 16, 2020 - In Honor of Police Officer Breann Leath
INDIANAPOLIS - Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags in Marion County to be flown at half-staff to honor Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Officer Breann Leath. Flags should be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on the day of her funeral, Thursday, April 16. Gov. Holcomb also asks businesses and residents in Marion County to lower their flags to half-staff on Thursday to honor Officer Leath and her service.
KENTUCKY: April 14 - 20, 2020 - In Honor of COVID-19 Victims
Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff for one week in honor of the more than 100 Kentuckians who have passed away due to the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
“I am ordering that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff beginning tomorrow morning and remaining that way until we get through this,” Gov. Beshear said. “Each Kentuckian lost to the coronavirus is someone’s mother or father; someone’s child; someone’s significant other – someone loved by their family and friends. Paying tribute in this fashion is just one more way we, as a commonwealth, can collectively mourn the loss of these members of our community.”
Flags at state office buildings should be lowered to half-staff beginning at sunrise on Tuesday, April 14, and remain so until sundown on Monday, April 20. Gov. Beshear encourages individuals, businesses and organizations throughout Kentucky to join in this tribute.
MICHIGAN: April 10 until Further Notice - In Honor of COVID-19 Victims
LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags lowered to half-staff throughout the state of Michigan indefinitely starting on April 10, 2020 to honor and mourn those who have lost their lives due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
“The coronavirus pandemic has had devastating impacts on families across our state,” Whitmer said. “I’m directing flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of those we have lost to this awful virus. The flags lowered will serve to remind us all that every life lost is a story and legacy of a loved one gone too soon. “As we continue on, we will carry their memories. My deepest condolences to the families of those whose lives were tragically cut short by COVID-19.”
The State of Michigan recognizes and mourns the lives lost to the coronavirus by lowering flags to half-staff. Michigan residents, businesses, schools, local governments and other organizations also are encouraged to display the flag at half-staff. To lower flags to half-staff, flags should be hoisted first to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position. The process is reversed before the flag is lowered for the day. A follow-up release will be sent when the flags are to be raised.
VERMONT: April 13, 2020 - In honor of former Vermont State Representative Bernie Juskiewicz
Governor Phil Scott today issued the following statement regarding the passing of former Vermont State Representative Bernie Juskiewicz. “It was with great sadness that I learned of the passing of former state representative and UVM trustee Bernie Juskiewicz. “Bernie served the people of Cambridge and Waterville with distinction in the House of Representatives, always placing their interests first. I had the privilege of working with him during his time in the legislature and saw firsthand just how committed he was to his community.
“Although this terrible new disease took Bernie from us, the impact of his service will live on. My heart goes out to Suzan and the rest of his family during this difficult time. “I have ordered the Vermont state flag to fly at half-staff this Monday, April 13 in his honor.”
CONNECTICUT: April 9, 2020 until Further Notice - In Honor of COVID-19 Victims
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and State of Connecticut flags to be lowered to half-staff statewide effective immediately in recognition and mourning of all those who have lost their lives and been affected by COVID-19. The flags will remain lowered throughout the emergency. Accordingly, since no flag should fly higher than the U.S. flag, all other flags – including state, municipal, corporate, or otherwise – should also be lowered during this same duration of time.
“This global pandemic is impacting the lives of so many families, friends, and loved ones in Connecticut, and we mourn for those who have been impacted,” Governor Lamont said. “This is an incredibly trying time and a tragic period in our state’s history. I continue to urge every resident of Connecticut to stay home and practice social distancing as much as possible, because not only may your life depend on it, but it could also impact the lives of others.”
“My family and I are thinking of every person who has lost someone during this pandemic, especially as we begin to approach Easter, Passover, and Ramadan,” Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz said. “It is truly heartbreaking to know that so many Connecticut communities will be in mourning during this holy season. Our prayers and sympathies are with them in this very difficult time.”
The Office of the Governor will send out a notification when flags should be returned to full-staff.
NEW YORK - April 8, 2020 until Further Notice - In Honor of COVID-19 Victims
Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today directed flags on state government buildings to be flown at half-staff in honor of those we have lost to COVID-19. The flags will remain lowered while New York is on pause.
MICHIGAN: April 8, 2020 - In honor of United States Army Specialist Clay Welch
LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags lowered to half-staff throughout the state of Michigan on Wednesday, April 8 to honor the service of United States Army Specialist Clay Welch.
“Our state is saddened by the loss of Army Specialist Clay Welch,” Whitmer said. “We show our respect and gratitude for his selfless service to our state and nation by lowering the flags as he is laid to rest. My thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time.” Spc. Clay Welch hailed from Dearborn Heights, Michigan. He graduated from Truman High School. On September 7, 2017, Welch joined the United States Army. He served as a combat medic with the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division at Fort Riley in Kansas. Spc. Welch was on a nine-month rotation in Seoul, South Korea when he passed away at the age of 20 on March 22, 2020. He is survived by his wife, parents, siblings, and grandparents.
The State of Michigan recognizes the duty, honor and selfless service of Spc. Clay Welch by lowering flags to half-staff. Michigan residents, businesses, schools, local governments and other organizations also are encouraged to display the flag at half-staff. To lower flags to half-staff, flags should be hoisted first to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position. The process is reversed before the flag is lowered for the day.
Flags should be returned to full-staff on Thursday, April 9.
PENNSYLVANIA: April 8, 2020 until Further Notice - In Honor of COVID-19 Victims Governor Tom Wolf ordered
Governor Tom Wolf ordered commonwealth flags on all commonwealth facilities, public buildings and grounds fly at half-staff until further notice to honor the victims of the 2019 novel coronavirus pandemic.
“Too many Pennsylvanians have lost their lives to COVID-19, and, unfortunately, many more will die,” said Gov. Wolf. “Already we have lost friends, parents, grandparents, and siblings. We have lost first responders. We have lost community members. Each of these Pennsylvanians is irreplaceable. Each deserves to be honored individually for their contributions to our commonwealth, but this cruel disease will not give us a respite to mourn.
“This virus prevents us from honoring the dead at traditional gatherings. We cannot have funerals, wakes, or sit shiva. I hope this flag lowering provides some solace to the grieving families and friends. And, I hope it serves as a reminder of the reason for the sacrifices Pennsylvanians are making to help their community survive this crisis.” Commonwealth flags should be lowered to half-staff until a date to be announced after the pandemic passes. All Pennsylvanians are invited to participate in this tribute.
INDIANA: April 8- 12, 2020 - In honor of Dr.Steven Beering
INDIANAPOLIS - Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags at all Purdue and Indiana University campus locations to be flown at half-staff to honor former Purdue University President Dr. Steven Beering. President Dr. Beering was formerly dean of the Indiana University School of Medicine and director of the IU Medical Center in Indianapolis. Flags should be flown at half-staff from now until sunset Sunday, April 12 to honor former President Dr. Beering and his service.
ARIZONA: April 7, 2020 - For the interment of Commander Greg Carnicle
Governor Doug Ducey ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff today for the interment of Commander Greg Carnicle of the Phoenix Police Department, who was killed in the line of duty on Sunday, March 29, while responding to a domestic violence dispute. Businesses and individuals are encouraged to join in this tribute.
NEVADA: April 6, 2020 - In honor of Regent Sam Lieberman
CARSON CITY, NV - April 06, 2020
Today, by executive order, Governor Steve Sisolak ordered the flags of the United States and the State of Nevada to be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol and all State public buildings and grounds until sunset on Monday, April 6, 2020, as a mark of respect and remembrance of Regent Sam Lieberman.
NEW JERSEY: April 3, 2020 until Further Notice - In honor of COVID 19 Victims
Governor Murphy signed Executive Order No. 114, ordering the flag of the United States of America and the flag of New Jersey shall be flown at half-staff at all State departments, offices, agencies, and instrumentalities indefinitely, starting on Friday, April 3, 2020, in recognition and mourning of all those who have lost their lives and have been affected by COVID-19. This Order shall take effect immediately.
INDIANA: April 3, 2020 - In honor of Former Mayor Jerry Werline
INDIANAPOLIS - Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags in Madison and Tipton Counties to be flown at half-staff to honor former Elwood Mayor Jerry Werline. Flags should be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on the day of his funeral, Friday, April 3. Gov. Holcomb also asks businesses and residents in Madison and Tipton Counties to lower their flags to half-staff on Friday to honor former Mayor Werline and his service.
MICHIGAN: April 3, 2020 - In honor of Technical Sergeant Nathan William Denryter
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags lowered to half-staff throughout the state of Michigan on Friday, April 3, 2020 to honor the service of Michigan Air National Guard Technical Sergeant Nathan William Denryter who passed away after his battle with cancer.
“Technical Sergeant Nathan Denryter exemplified the highest level of public service in everything he did throughout his life,” Whitmer said. “Our state shows its gratitude by lowering the flags to half-staff as we mourn this incredible loss. My thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time.”
TSgt Nathan Denryter was born in Warren, Michigan on September 22, 1980, and raised in Avoca, Michigan. After graduating from Yale High School in 1999, he attended Eastern Michigan University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Education degree in 2007. Denryter served on the Kenockee Township Fire Department from 2001 to 2005 and the Dryden Township Fire Department from 2009 to the present. He enlisted in the Michigan Air National Guard in 2002, serving two tours of duty in Iraq and two in Afghanistan. In 2008, Nathan began teaching as an elementary art teacher at Lapeer Community Schools.
The State of Michigan recognizes the duty, honor and selfless service of TSgt. Denryter by lowering flags to half-staff. Michigan residents, businesses, schools, local governments and other organizations also are encouraged to display the flag at half-staff.
Flags should be returned to full-staff on Saturday, April 4.
MASSACHUSETTS: April 2 to 5, 2020 - In honor of military veterans and residents of the Massachusetts Soldiers’ Home
Please be advised that Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker has ordered that the United States of America flag and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at all state buildings and facilities, and hereby authorizes the same at all municipal and town properties and private institutions, as a mark of solemn respect and in honor of the United States armed forces military veterans and residents of the Massachusetts Soldiers’ Home - Holyoke who died this past week in Holyoke, Massachusetts.
This gubernatorial order applies to:
1. The main or administration building of each public institution of the Commonwealth, e.g. town and city halls.
2. Other state-owned or state-controlled buildings.
3. All state military installations.
NORTH CAROLINA: April 1 to 3, 2020 - In honor of Highway Patrol Trooper Nolan J. Sanders
Governor Roy Cooper ordered all United States and North Carolina flags at state facilities to remain lowered to half-staff until sunset Friday, April 3, 2020 in honor of State Highway Patrol Trooper Nolan J. Sanders who passed away while in the line of duty in Wayne County on Friday, March 27. Trooper Sanders joined the State Highway Patrol in 2015. Prior to this role, he served as a deputy with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office.
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