Bill Hall is an 80-year-old bugler from Hewitt, Texas that wants to pass his passion for service on to the next generation.
Hall has been playing the bugle for 60 years. He travels all over the state to pay homage to fallen warriors.
He's been a bugler since he was 14 and has played over American soldier's graves from every conflict, including two veterans of the Civil War.
Earlier this week, he was honored by Gov. Rick Perry and State Rep. Charles "Doc" Anderson.
"You are the epitome of what makes America great. I'd like to honor you in a small way but in a very heartfelt way. Ladies and gentleman, Mr.Bill Hall," Perry said, handing him a certificate of recognition
"I suddenly felt so humble and I didn't know that I would deserve something like this," Hall said.
Hall said being a bugler is his purpose.
"I've always kind of felt an inward calling, I guess you might say to do this is sort of like how ministers feel," he said.
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News 8’s Bonnie Gonzalez has more on how Bill Hall has served fallen soldiers all over Texas and the world for 60 years.
 
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What concerns him is that there aren't many people as involved as he is.
"It would tickle me to death if some of these young people would get interested," he said.
Just like he's done through his entire career, Hall is volunteering to help the next generation.
"I'd be glad to train somebody to do what I have done over the years," Hall said.
He plans to play until he no longer can.
Hall is also an Air Force veteran. While in the United States Air Force band, he played taps at services for fallen soldiers of the Korean War.
He's also played for several presidents including John F. Kennedy and George W. Bush.
For more information about the bugle, and how to find a bugler in your area visit TapsBugler.com.
