William Alvin Siddon
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
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SPCTomb Dates
Jan 1958 - Dec 1959Obituary
"Bill"William A. Siddon, age 71, of Naperville, IL, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2006 at Edward Hospital. He was born October 20, 1934 in Chicago, IL.He is survived by his devoted wife, Janet; and he was the dearest father of Pamela Siddon of Aurora, IL, and Michael (Denise) Siddon of Aurora. Cherished grandfather of Jackson and Alex. Fond brother of Arthur (Sally) Siddon of Alexandia, VA. Brother-in-law of Larry (Bonnie) and Bob (Mary) Kramer. Cleo his beloved dog; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Ethel Siddon; and a sister, Elaine Anderson. He served in the U.S. Army and was a member of special detail that guarded the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Owned and operated Siddon & Associates Advertising. Bill was a very special part of Mike and Denises Pizzeria & Pub in Aurora, IL. He was a Naperville resident for the past 39 years.
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Is it true after two years, the guard is given a wreath pin that is worn on their lapel signifying they served as Guard of the Tomb, that there are only 600 presently worn, and that the Guard must obey these rules for the rest of their lives or give up the wreath pin?
The Tomb Guard Identification Badge (TGIB) is awarded after the Sentinel passes a series of tests. The TGIB is permanently awarded after a Sentinel has served nine months as a Sentinel at the Tomb. Over 600 have been awarded since its creation in the late 1950's (on average 10 per year). And while the TGIB can be revoked, the offense must be such that it discredits the Tomb of the Unknowns. Revocation is at the 3rd Infantry Regimental Commander’s discretion and can occur while active duty or even when the Sentinel is a civilian. The TGIB is a full size award, worn on the right pocket of the uniform jacket, not a lapel pin.
