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Post Leadership

Keeping the watch in Palestine

Meet the elected officers of Howard Gardner Post 85. We guide our local veteran programs, coordinate community advocacy, and preserve the heritage of East Texas service members with dedication.

Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of a male veteran smiling, wearing a classic military veteran cap, warm indoor community hall lighting, honest framing
Dignified portrait of a male veteran smiling, wearing a classic military veteran cap, warm indoor community hall lighting, honest framing
Warm portrait of a female auxiliary member in her fifties smiling, soft natural daylight, Palestine post hall interior visible in background
Warm portrait of a female auxiliary member in her fifties smiling, soft natural daylight, Palestine post hall interior visible in background
Elected Leadership

Our Post Officers

The dedicated veterans and family members steering our local programs, maintaining our historic post home, and honoring the legacy of East Texas service since 1919.

Post Commander
Post Adjutant

First Vice Commander

Jim Henderson

Pierre Leavell

Elizabeth Leavell

Serving as our chief administrator, Jim coordinates veteran advocacy programs, local civic partnerships, and post volunteer efforts throughout the Palestine area.

Bob manages our administrative records, maintains the active post membership rolls, and ensures our historical archives and meeting minutes are carefully preserved.

Sarah leads our American Legion Auxiliary unit, directing local family support initiatives, community drives, and youth educational programs across Anderson County.

Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Dignified portrait of an older male veteran in a navy blue suit with a gold American Legion cap, warm natural lighting, soft background
Post Commander
Post Commander
Post Commander
Post Commander
Post Commander
Post Commander
Our Commitment

Our duty to this nation did not end when we took off the uniform; it continues through our devotion to the community of Palestine.

Post 85 Leadership Philosophy

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Have questions about joining the post, accessing veteran resources, or partnering on community events? Send a direct message to our leadership team today.