Habitat dedicates home to local veteran
Keys to the House: It was an emotional day as John Addy, site supervisor, presented Grant Ford and his family the keys to their new home during a dedication ceremony last Saturday, Dec. 14. The ceremony was well-attended with many local community members showing their support for this local veteran and his family. At the dedication, Sue Hardesty, executive director of Habitat, presented the family with a Bible, Dave Rogers from Annin presented them with a flag, and a representative of Blue Star Mothers gave them a scrapbook
WEST LAFAYETTE – It was an emotional day last Saturday, Dec. 14 as Habitat for Humanity dedicated a home to local veteran Grant Ford and his family. The ceremony began at 2 p.m. and despite a cold rainy downpour, many people crowded around the home with umbrellas to share in this happy occasion.
“This has been an indescribable blessing,” said Ford. “This is the beginning of greater things to come. I am truly blessed.”
The colors were posted by the Coshocton County Veterans Color Guard and Helen Scholfield, Coshocton Habitat president, gave the greeting and introductions. Rev. Joel Mason, who pastors the Branch United Methodist Church where Ford and his family are members, gave the opening prayer, and John 4: 11-16 was read. Sue Hardesty, executive director of Habitat, and John Addy, site supervisor, said a few words.
“This has taken a lot of hard work and frustration,” said Addy. “But I hope this house lasts him for a lifetime and he’s happy here.”
A candlelighting ceremony was held with Rev. Mason presiding. A candle was lit in a symbol of love, knowledge, and cheer.
Hardesty presented the Ford family with a Bible, and Addy presented them with a hammer and keys to their new home. A representative of Blue Star Mothers was present and gave the family a scrapbook which contained photos of the construction of the house. Dave Rogers from Annin Flagmakers presented Ford with a flag and a flagpole for his new home. Hardesty gave the final dedication and the ceremony closed with everyone singing Amazing Grace.
“Thanks to all of our volunteers and committee members for working so hard,” said Hardesty.
Grant will reside in the home with his wife, Kathy, and their three children, Keirstan, Braiden, and Dawson.
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