| Dedication Ceremony of the John "Jackie" Smallwood ball field by the Marietta High School Class of 1963 | Saturday July 25, 1998
455 Aviation Rd. |
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Following graduation Jackie continued his education in Auburn University earning both B.S. and M.B.A. degrees. In 1969 he entered the U.S. Air Force and became a fighter pilot joining the war in Southeast Asia. While in service he earned the Silver Star and Distinguished Flying Cross. |
| After returning home he was informed that he was being shipped back
to Thailand. Since the Paris Peace Accords had been signed, it seemed
to be a routine assignment. On June 16, 1973, Captain Smallwood was
shot down in Cambodia, six months after the peace agreement had been signed.
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Mayor Ansley Meaders Click any picture for larger view |
| ackie was a true hero
in every sense and that is why the Jackie Smallwood Award is given annually
to a senior baseball player. The Award winner exemplifies all of
the qualities Jackie showed; being a team player; pride in giving his all
to his studies and the team; keeping a winning attitude; and displaying
the highest of sportsman-like qualities. |
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| This award has been given since 1988.
The recipients have been 1988 - Kevin Moore 1989 - Brad David 1990 - Hap Flemming 1991 - John Hunter 1992 - Tim Murphy |
1993 - Mike Harrelson
1994 - Steve Scarborough 1995 - Josh Gasaway 1996 - Pat McPhee 1997 - Adam Hunt 1998 - Jesse Weber |
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| Pat Blassie, Capt. USAF reserve is the speaker.
. She is the sister of Capt. Michael Blassie, who was entombed in the unknown soldiers grave at Arlington Virginia until July when his remains were identified and he was taken to his hometown for proper burial. |
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Jackie's family,
Brother Danny Smallwood Wife Gloria and Mother Lois Smallwood |
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Bill Hawthorne gives jackie's baseball letter sweater for trophy case at MHS to atheletic director Jeff Wheeler. |
