Charles Dale Ballard, 82, died on Dec. 10, 2020, while under hospice care at the VA Hospital in Amarillo. As a bugler, he had played “TAPS” at graveside services for many veterans. It was fitting that his flag-draped gurney was escorted down the hallway lined with staff at attention as “TAPS” was played. Due to COVID restrictions, a memorial service was not conducted. We remem...