What's your plan this Memorial Day to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice?

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Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made May 22 at 2023 11:21 AM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Mon, 22 May 2023 11:21:39 -0400

Help veterans with PTSD. Cook dinner 4 wife.

Response by PO3 Shayne Seibert made May 22 at 2023 11:24 AM

PO3 Shayne Seibert — Mon, 22 May 2023 11:24:06 -0400

We have always distributed poppy's and done veteran salutes at cemetery's.

Response by SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth made May 22 at 2023 12:41 PM

SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth — Mon, 22 May 2023 12:41:02 -0400

My wife and I have already put flowers on the graves all veterans in our families, and plan on attending the local parade, and ceremony the the VFW has at the memorial circle at the cemetery RallyPoint News

Response by Cpl Vic Burk made May 22 at 2023 2:24 PM

Cpl Vic Burk — Mon, 22 May 2023 14:24:38 -0400

Go to the V.A. Cemetery in Johnson City, Tennessee and walk several rows of my fellow Brothers and Sisters no longer with us.

Response by SFC Ralph E Kelley made May 22 at 2023 7:32 PM

SFC Ralph E Kelley — Mon, 22 May 2023 19:32:44 -0400

Visit my Father's grave, He's not in a military
graveyard so I will put a cut-stone U.S. Flag.

Response by Maj Robert Thornton made May 22 at 2023 7:39 PM

Maj Robert Thornton — Mon, 22 May 2023 19:39:40 -0400

I am currently the treasurer for the Veterans Affairs Committee of Dawson County, GA. For the third year I will be delivering the Invocation at our Memorial Day Service at Veterans Park in Dawsonville. We normally have a guest speaker.
We replace all of the service flags and the American flags at the Veterans Memorial with the help of the JROTC cadets.

Response by CPT Gurinder (Gene) Rana made May 23 at 2023 8:21 AM

CPT Gurinder (Gene) Rana — Tue, 23 May 2023 08:21:51 -0400

A visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers and Officers that left us for eternity, whose remains remain unidentified, yet due to their sacrifices we live in freedom today.

Response by CPT Gurinder (Gene) Rana made May 23 at 2023 8:21 AM

CPT Gurinder (Gene) Rana — Tue, 23 May 2023 08:21:51 -0400

A visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers and Officers that left us for eternity, whose remains remain unidentified, yet due to their sacrifices we live in freedom today.

Response by SP5 Ivan Parra made May 24 at 2023 5:54 PM

SP5 Ivan Parra — Wed, 24 May 2023 17:54:32 -0400

Reach out to brothers and sisters

Response by SPC Rev. William Weisert II, DD mA/HN made May 24 at 2023 5:55 PM

SPC Rev. William Weisert II, DD mA/HN — Wed, 24 May 2023 17:55:44 -0400

I will be saluting the flag at the parking lot of st. Ann's Episcopal Church, Old lyme as a continuation of Salutes across America on Monday the 29th from 1500-1515, and the memorial day program in Middletown, CT. on the 31st, i will be partiipating in a special service in the memorial garden of the above-mentioned church at 1500.

Response by Amn Frank Chirico made May 24 at 2023 5:59 PM

Amn Frank Chirico — Wed, 24 May 2023 17:59:22 -0400

go visit the grave of my two brother one was in the 82nd airborn during the korea war the other was stationed in germany during that time . i can attend too much this is all can i do due to my health and my age.

Response by CPL Jason Blackwood made May 24 at 2023 5:59 PM

CPL Jason Blackwood — Wed, 24 May 2023 17:59:47 -0400

I'll put a flag out in front of my house to honor the military.

Response by SPC Jennifer Baylie made May 24 at 2023 6:01 PM

SPC Jennifer Baylie — Wed, 24 May 2023 18:01:29 -0400

I will go to the Sandhills Veteran Cemetary outside Fort Bragg (Liberty), NC. I will be visiting all veterans who are laid to rest there. I will put a penny on their headstone to let them know they are not forgotten, they lay in peace, and thank you for our freedom because of their sacrifice. I want them to know that a battle buddy is still thinking about them and that they are never forgotten.

Response by SSgt David Izquierdo made May 24 at 2023 6:22 PM

SSgt David Izquierdo — Wed, 24 May 2023 18:22:26 -0400

I will be volunteering at a Memorial Day picnic. Serving, Cleaning, Welcoming, and anything else they need me for.

Response by 1LT John Lambert made May 24 at 2023 6:30 PM

1LT John Lambert — Wed, 24 May 2023 18:30:11 -0400

I served in Nha Trang in RVN. My wife's brother was in the Marines in RVN. Her family has Vets going back to the Revolution. So this is a solumn day for us and we will go to our local ceremony in Sunsat Beach, NC to honor all of our friends, relatives and all vets on Memorial Day.

Response by A1C Joseph Copeland made May 24 at 2023 6:44 PM

A1C Joseph Copeland — Wed, 24 May 2023 18:44:30 -0400

Honor those every year like I always do

Response by Sgt Julie Weidner made May 24 at 2023 6:49 PM

Sgt Julie Weidner — Wed, 24 May 2023 18:49:01 -0400

I decorate my yard every holiday but especially on Memorial Day and Veterans Day. I’m a proud US Marine Veteran.

Response by SPC Adam Dinitz made May 24 at 2023 6:50 PM

SPC Adam Dinitz — Wed, 24 May 2023 18:50:15 -0400

I will be reflecting with Family.

Response by PO2 Ronald Bracken made May 24 at 2023 6:56 PM

PO2 Ronald Bracken — Wed, 24 May 2023 18:56:15 -0400

Place flags at the graves of our fallen veterans.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made May 24 at 2023 6:57 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 24 May 2023 18:57:12 -0400

I will be looking up and sharing humorous memes about service members Also I will be sharing funny stories about my fallen brothers online and over a few beers with friends.

Response by SPC John Plake made May 24 at 2023 7:12 PM

SPC John Plake — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:12:16 -0400

Will always remember those who gave all so we can enjoy the life we have today.

Response by SGT Keith Mallard made May 24 at 2023 7:16 PM

SGT Keith Mallard — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:16:38 -0400

Remembering the Falling!! Also remembering my Dad and two older brothers their service in the U.S. Army

Response by Pvt SanJuana Méndez made May 24 at 2023 7:26 PM

Pvt SanJuana Méndez — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:26:08 -0400

Wishing my scooter used less energy. Will seek my husband's (PFC Robert Jay McIntosh) plot after Memorial Day celebration. If scooter energy didn't drain as rapidly, would also visit veteran friends buried at National Cemetery (Houston TX): Curtis Williams, PV1 Joseph Eleuterio & SP4 Cloyd Dewayne Stuckey.

Tasked with duty of recruiting women Marines for our detail, will wear tee shirt in hopes other women Marines like me will notice it so I can try to recruit them to Semper Fi #3 Memorial Honor Detail.

Response by Sgt David Branham made May 24 at 2023 7:27 PM

Sgt David Branham — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:27:28 -0400

Fly the US flag

Response by MSgt Michael Eddy made May 24 at 2023 7:32 PM

MSgt Michael Eddy — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:32:53 -0400

My family and I say a special prayer, thanking GOD and our service members that made the ultimate sacrifice.

Response by MSgt Matthew Stogsdill made May 24 at 2023 7:39 PM

MSgt Matthew Stogsdill — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:39:38 -0400

Visiting old friends throughout this week and weekend

Response by PO2 Donald Hatch made May 24 at 2023 7:41 PM

PO2 Donald Hatch — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:41:47 -0400

I will be with my fellow veterans at whirlpool Tulsa tar line to fort Gibson OK to put flags on the headstones of our hero’s

Response by SPC Michael Rossignol made May 24 at 2023 7:42 PM

SPC Michael Rossignol — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:42:54 -0400

Wife and I will be travelling to Tampa and Orlando to go to Busch Gardens and SeaWorld

Response by PO2 Donald Hatch made May 24 at 2023 7:43 PM

PO2 Donald Hatch — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:43:51 -0400

I will be with my fellow veterans at whirlpool Tulsa tar line to fort Gibson OK to put flags on the headstones of our hero’s

Response by SPC Pamela Keith made May 24 at 2023 7:44 PM

SPC Pamela Keith — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:44:22 -0400

Attend the memorial day ceremony at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Love the trumpets around the country and the fly over. Also visiting my love who r resting there

Response by SPC Shawn Miller made May 24 at 2023 7:52 PM

SPC Shawn Miller — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:52:59 -0400

Honor the Veterans

Response by Capt Kevin Allen made May 24 at 2023 7:56 PM

Capt Kevin Allen — Wed, 24 May 2023 19:56:25 -0400

Each year, I visit the Phoenix Memorial Cemetery and watch the services. I also go to the local Veteran Cemetery and visit my Father in Law's grave. He was a WWII Veteran. My wife and I clean the stone and marker. We place flags on his grave. I was in the PTSD Foundation and volunteered for them in the past.

Response by Cpl Art Torres made May 24 at 2023 8:00 PM

Cpl Art Torres — Wed, 24 May 2023 20:00:19 -0400

I will drink and smoke myself into a realm of numbness.

Response by SA Sacheen Weston made May 24 at 2023 8:11 PM

SA Sacheen Weston — Wed, 24 May 2023 20:11:21 -0400

I say a prayer. It may not sound like much to some, but it's my of wishing peace to them and their families.

Response by SGT Peter Anello made May 24 at 2023 8:50 PM

SGT Peter Anello — Wed, 24 May 2023 20:50:10 -0400

Will be our memorial service at Santan Memorial Gardens. I will be doing the invocation, and the benediction will be playing taps. And have the Honor Guard

Response by PFC Terrie Cadovich made May 24 at 2023 8:50 PM

PFC Terrie Cadovich — Wed, 24 May 2023 20:50:58 -0400

I can’t do much to help others, I’m home bound. But my daughter bought a Purple Heart flag to hang on my flagpole under my American flag. I earned a Purple Heart in Vietnam & I’m hoping by flying it, I’ll inspire others to take a moment and remember why they have freedom. People like myself who volunteered to fight and fight everyday to fix my broken bodies. Bless you all and America. Thank you.

Response by PO1 David Sturgell made May 24 at 2023 8:52 PM

PO1 David Sturgell — Wed, 24 May 2023 20:52:53 -0400

We are decorating military graves at the cemetery and working on a project with the local Coroner's office to identify family of Veterans whose remains have not been claimed yet. Hard but worthwhile.

Response by SGT Kelli Riley made May 24 at 2023 9:02 PM

SGT Kelli Riley — Wed, 24 May 2023 21:02:09 -0400

O be honest, nothing. I don’t like that big companies prey on ppl using ppl who sacrificed their lives for the US. I will pray for them and their families.

Response by SP5 Lonnie Moran made May 24 at 2023 9:06 PM

SP5 Lonnie Moran — Wed, 24 May 2023 21:06:38 -0400

E-5 Lonnie Moran-I will put on my Viet Nam veternans hat & shirt raise & salute my American and Viet Nam veterans flags and go to the Veterans memorial service in Memorial Park Tri-Cities, Wa, and show my respect to all veterans & fallen soldiers who have served & or given there lives to keep us free-Lets all remember that freedom comes with a price---BLESS YOU ALL!

Response by PO3 Pablo Torres made May 24 at 2023 9:07 PM

PO3 Pablo Torres — Wed, 24 May 2023 21:07:49 -0400

this Memorial Day, I have enormous plans to honor and pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. First and foremost, I will actively participate in local memorial services, parades, and ceremonies organized in my community. It is essential to be present and contribute to these meaningful events that bring people together to remember and honor our fallen heroes.

In addition, I feel a deep sense of responsibility to visit a military cemetery, such as the renowned Arlington National Cemetery. As I walk among the gravesites, I will take time for quiet reflection, allowing the weight of their sacrifices to resonate within me. To express my gratitude and remembrance, I will place flowers and flags on their final resting places, symbolizing my enduring respect.

Recognizing the importance of supporting veterans' organizations, I am determined to offer my time and support. Whether it means volunteering at events, fundraising initiatives, or providing practical assistance, I want to contribute to the invaluable work these organizations do for veterans and their families. It is my way of showing solidarity and appreciation for their service and sacrifices.

Moreover, I believe that education is key to ensuring the significance of Memorial Day is understood and appreciated by all. I will dedicate time to educate myself further about the history and meaning behind this important day. Armed with this knowledge, I will engage with friends, family, and my social media networks to raise awareness and foster a deeper understanding of why it is crucial to honor those who have given their lives in service to our nation.

Understanding the challenges faced by military families, I am committed to supporting them in any way I can. Whether it is providing meals, offering babysitting services, or lending a helping hand with household chores, I aim to alleviate some of the burdens they may carry. By extending a compassionate hand, I hope to make a positive impact and express my gratitude not just to those who have served but also to their families.

Expressing gratitude is something I hold dear, so I will take the time to write heartfelt thank-you notes to military personnel and veterans. These handwritten letters and cards will serve as tokens of appreciation, acknowledging the profound sacrifices they have made. I want them to know that their service is deeply respected and cherished.

Lastly, I will set aside a specific time during Memorial Day to observe a moment of silence. In that moment, I will pause to reflect on the lives lost, the families forever impacted, and the selflessness that defines our fallen heroes. It is a time for personal contemplation and to honor their memory in the most solemn way.

This Memorial Day, I am determined to embody the true spirit of remembrance and gratitude. Through active participation, reflection, support, education, and heartfelt gestures, I will ensure that the sacrifices of our fallen heroes are honored in the most profound and meaningful ways possible.

Response by PVT Steven Miller made May 24 at 2023 9:09 PM

PVT Steven Miller — Wed, 24 May 2023 21:09:56 -0400

Go to any Veterans event near me. Do a barbeque

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made May 24 at 2023 9:18 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 24 May 2023 21:18:19 -0400

Explain to my children what the holiday is about and how lucky daddy is that this is not my holiday. Yes and to think about all of my friends and soldiers that have paid the ultimate price throughout my 35 years of service. To hope that there are no new massive numbers by next years holiday of my current soldiers airmen Marines and others to include our partners that are dying by the hundreds daily in other parts of the world.

Response by Sgt Edward Nalpant made May 24 at 2023 9:21 PM

Sgt Edward Nalpant — Wed, 24 May 2023 21:21:07 -0400

In memory of those who did not come back and those who came back with physical and mental losses, I light a candle, and say prayers for their passing and healing. Dr. Ed, Retired BVAMC. Sgt. USAFSS

Response by CPO Moises Salas made May 24 at 2023 9:30 PM

CPO Moises Salas — Wed, 24 May 2023 21:30:15 -0400

I, shall read out the names of veterans that have given their ultimate sacrifice: during war, war related illnesses. I will do so at a special Memorial Day Mass.

Response by SPC Mark Mims made May 24 at 2023 9:30 PM

SPC Mark Mims — Wed, 24 May 2023 21:30:30 -0400

I plan to set down with my children and grandchildren on Memorial Day and explain to them what Memorial Day means and talk about some of the men and women of the military who gave their lives for this country and why I believe they made the ultimate sacrifice.

Response by Sgt Alvin Dalisay made May 24 at 2023 9:30 PM

Sgt Alvin Dalisay — Wed, 24 May 2023 21:30:44 -0400

Praying for the families of the ones who made the ultimate sacrifice ….for comfort and peace.

Response by CPL James Riner made May 24 at 2023 9:46 PM

CPL James Riner — Wed, 24 May 2023 21:46:57 -0400

My wife and I will be attending local parade and observance in our local area. We will then be spending time with other veterans and cooking out with the family.

Response by 1st Lt Mike Ward made May 24 at 2023 10:13 PM

1st Lt Mike Ward — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:13:59 -0400

I am a college teacher and I set up a POW memorial table with a poster to educate students on the symbolism of the honor. Most students had no idea what the connection of the lemon or Bible to our heroic “missing men”.

Response by CA Jerome Potosnak made May 24 at 2023 10:16 PM

CA Jerome Potosnak — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:16:48 -0400

Fly my flag

Response by SGT Chasity Carlbom made May 24 at 2023 10:21 PM

SGT Chasity Carlbom — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:21:05 -0400

Our church hosts the grounds for a field of flags for those who sacrificed. I normally walk through to find a flag for a late friend of mine who passed in 2010 and was also my bridesmaid in 2005.

Response by Sgt James Quick made May 24 at 2023 10:22 PM

Sgt James Quick — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:22:03 -0400

Every Memorial Day, my wife and I put flags on the graves of my grandfathers and my uncle, all who served. Normally my father and I help read the names of the fallen at our local memorial. This year, I will attend but not read. We will also be vsiting our local veterans cemeteries to pay our respects.

Response by LT Lydia Cowles Cowles made May 24 at 2023 10:23 PM

LT Lydia Cowles Cowles — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:23:28 -0400

Every Memorial Day I go to 3 cemetaries. The first is to Honor the son of a friend who made the ultimate sacrifice. I run for awhile then go to his grave and have a moment with him. I leave a small flag that I ran with. Then I head to 2 other cemetaries where I did Funeral Honors while I was in the Reserves to pay my respects to them as well. Every year there are tears. I love seeing the hundreds of flags flying as I run.

Response by TSgt Michael Stockslager made May 24 at 2023 10:27 PM

TSgt Michael Stockslager — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:27:44 -0400

I am going to line my driveway with yellow ribbons and American flags so our community knows our family stands with other military families

Response by TSgt Michael Stockslager made May 24 at 2023 10:28 PM

TSgt Michael Stockslager — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:28:26 -0400

Like our driveway with American flags and yellow ribbons

Response by SP5 Jack Mabry made May 24 at 2023 10:38 PM

SP5 Jack Mabry — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:38:28 -0400

As I'm a Vietnam vet myself, I will watch the Memorial Day concert in Washington. At the end, when they play the Army song, I will salute and pray that my brothers are resting in peace.

Response by SGT Michael Brand made May 24 at 2023 10:41 PM

SGT Michael Brand — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:41:18 -0400

I'm going to attend the annual "Avenue of Flags" event at Orange Grove Cemetery in Lake Charles, LA, and a Memorial Day party at the Lake Charles VFW.

Response by MSgt Tim Gleason made May 24 at 2023 10:41 PM

MSgt Tim Gleason — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:41:32 -0400

Have a toast of good bourbon to all of my veteran relatives

Response by CPL Jesse Mesa made May 24 at 2023 10:43 PM

CPL Jesse Mesa — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:43:56 -0400

I will on honor past , present, & Active members of the military, reserves, & coastguards, by participating with my American Legion comrades at our community park that has a makeshift memorial we normally honor our Veterans on Memorial & Veterans Day.

Response by Cpl James Fox made May 24 at 2023 10:47 PM

Cpl James Fox — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:47:33 -0400

I'll be joining my Son's Boy Scout Troop 2060 - Forest Grove, OR for a Flag Ceremony sponsored by our local American Legion Chapter

Response by 1stSgt Perry Jurancich made May 24 at 2023 10:56 PM

1stSgt Perry Jurancich — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:56:45 -0400

Living in San Diego, there are so many choices.
I will be doing what "I" call my 'memorial ride'. I cycle from my home in San Diego, up Mt Soledad and spend a bit of time of there thinking of those who came before and see the plaques honoring them.
From there, I ride to Fort Rosecrans Memorial and Corillo Monument. Again there, spend a bit of time honoring my military compadres who came before. I would not have had the chance to do so but for them.

Response by PFC Leona Broda made May 24 at 2023 10:57 PM

PFC Leona Broda — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:57:16 -0400

I plan to put on my American Legion uniform, take my three boys and go to the oldest cemetery around to sing and read letters of appreciation out loud! We are super excited about it. These graves go back to the civil war era! Remember all of the fallen!

Response by Sgt Melanie Baker made May 24 at 2023 10:59 PM

Sgt Melanie Baker — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:59:00 -0400

I will spend the weekend camping with my family, parents, and siblings with their kids. 5 vets total and we will celebrate the lives of our fallen friends and uncle while enjoying our time with each other around a campfire near Mammoth Caves.

Response by PFC Robert Leverence made May 24 at 2023 10:59 PM

PFC Robert Leverence — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:59:02 -0400

Spend time with the family I still have, do what the fallen would have. The Warriors dine in Val Halla, so I will try to emulate the celebration, a true thanksgiving not built on platitudes.

Response by Rebecca Drake made May 24 at 2023 11:05 PM

Rebecca Drake — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:05:11 -0400

We will put flowers on the graves of those served and lost their lives in battle and on the graves of our family members who served. Then we will host a neighborhood BBQ to honor our neighbors who have served and the family's of fallen soldiers.

Response by LTC Neil Davids made May 24 at 2023 11:07 PM

LTC Neil Davids — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:07:30 -0400

Gonna chill with old girl at the casa

Response by CPL Mark Ackerson made May 24 at 2023 11:08 PM

CPL Mark Ackerson — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:08:57 -0400

I visited Bataan in the Philippines this March. The museum there was filled with the past, photos of the Death March, names of the fallen, WWII memorabilia. It was a sobering visit. I was angry at first. I then thought of those who gave all, how the land has since recovered from such destruction. I am proud to have served. I will sit back and raise a beer to salute the fallen this Memorial Day, remember and reflect as I do on many days of each passing year. Let freedom ring!

Response by SGT Leon Rousso made May 24 at 2023 11:11 PM

SGT Leon Rousso — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:11:11 -0400

Although my service was short, I have always held a special place in my heart, especially the time I served in Viet-Nam. Now 75, I still hold that place. When I see a veteran or active miliatry person, my heart beems with sunshine knowing we share a special place bond together. Truly brother's.
I often feel, what we did as soldiers, gives us a special place as Americans. It breaks my heart what I see happening to our country. Most of my friends, whether on the right or the left always talk about
patriotism, but they have never served and have never vounteered to do anythiong for our country. Whether the military, the Peace core or other opportunities. They simply feel entitled. it makes me sick. God bless you my fellow veteran. Dont stop beleiving in the American Dream. We will come to our senses soon and begin to live as Americans and not Democratas or Republicans. DEMOCRACY takes courage and integrity. Lets all be part of the American Party

Response by MSG James Reynolds made May 24 at 2023 11:12 PM

MSG James Reynolds — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:12:10 -0400

For this Memorial Day, I'll be working with SCOUTS BSA Placing flowers at fort Logan, CO. During this time, The SPL will be talking to the troop about the historical nature and reasonings. Why we pay our respects to the fallen. I believe it gives an opportunity Appreciation for what they have.

Response by PO2 Keith Klabon made May 24 at 2023 11:12 PM

PO2 Keith Klabon — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:12:27 -0400

I put out the flag and proudly salute it and my fellow shipmate AEAA Kevin Hills who lost his life for his country during Desert Storm.

Response by PO2 Francis Cherwin made May 24 at 2023 11:15 PM

PO2 Francis Cherwin — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:15:48 -0400

I always attened the Flagg Raising ceromony at my American Legion Post , then go to a local cemetery for memorial service for the fallen veterans interen there.

Response by SGT Fred Flick made May 24 at 2023 11:17 PM

SGT Fred Flick — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:17:28 -0400

Going to the veterans local group, raise a beer in a toast and remember those like my grandfather in WW2 purple heart, father in nam, brother and myself marine and army. Those familys beyond mine are like as much as mine.

Response by Cpl Keith West made May 24 at 2023 11:21 PM

Cpl Keith West — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:21:42 -0400

To me, the best way to honor veterans is to find the ones who you know are stuggling with day to day, normal activities because of service connected disabilities and offer to befriend, just listen and offer support. Good friends really is very valuable, especially today as this great country we are willing to die for, is becoming more and more confusing because of upcoming elections, the American dollar and mass shootings generating real concerns. Be come a good friend to our most afficted veterans this year.

Response by SPC Felix Gonzalez made May 24 at 2023 11:24 PM

SPC Felix Gonzalez — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:24:50 -0400

Celebrate the living veterans I saw and met at the VA Golden Age Games and visit a local Veterans Cemetery in Abilene, Tx.

Response by SrA Terry Sumner made May 24 at 2023 11:37 PM

SrA Terry Sumner — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:37:59 -0400

My wife and I plan on reflecting on both of our careers in the military. I plan to remember and cherish the good times of the ones we lost while we were in.

Response by SPC Lori Lebruska made May 24 at 2023 11:46 PM

SPC Lori Lebruska — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:46:31 -0400

I will visit my local veterans cemetery with my service dog, Nero. Early in the morning, when access is granted, we humbly bow to those who gave all. May we all be at peace. May everyone be safe.

Response by SGT Ronald Lawrence made May 24 at 2023 11:57 PM

SGT Ronald Lawrence — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:57:07 -0400

As a member of the American Legion Post 21,myself and other members plan to go to Fernwood cemetery,Delaware County,Pa. and place Americans flags on deceased Veterans gravesites.

Response by SN Javan Kama made May 25 at 2023 12:00 AM

SN Javan Kama — Thu, 25 May 2023 00:00:50 -0400

I'm going to fly mini American flags around town in my truck.

Response by SGT Vern Christiansen made May 25 at 2023 12:04 AM

SGT Vern Christiansen — Thu, 25 May 2023 00:04:05 -0400

Place flowers on fathers grave in a National Cemetery…after words to him I visit sites with fallen Warriors for a time…letting them know they are appreciated and how I am sorry they did not make it home…

Response by PO3 Rj Lundgren made May 25 at 2023 12:08 AM

PO3 Rj Lundgren — Thu, 25 May 2023 00:08:40 -0400

Those of us veterans at the Iowa Renaissance Festival set up a "Missing Man" table and, at 1 pm the entire festival shuts down so everyone can attend our annual honor the fallen ceremony on the jousting field. Shown below is Joe D., an active duty Air Force seargant, as a winged Hussar. The boots, sword, and helmet are renaissance faire appropriate attire and weapons.

Response by PV2 Henry Mulder made May 25 at 2023 12:19 AM

PV2 Henry Mulder — Thu, 25 May 2023 00:19:10 -0400

I was chosen by my American Legian post as Veteran of the year.
This Memorial Day, I have to speak at the ceremony to be held at our local cemetery

Response by PO3 Wayne Blair made May 25 at 2023 12:21 AM

PO3 Wayne Blair — Thu, 25 May 2023 00:21:35 -0400

PO3 Wayne Blair can he be the next winner?

Response by Thomas Holmes sr made May 25 at 2023 12:43 AM

Thomas Holmes sr — Thu, 25 May 2023 00:43:57 -0400

I’m planning on pressure washing veterans homes , in memorial to all veterans and my late NAVY GRANDFATHER

Response by PO1 Shawndra Carzola made May 25 at 2023 12:55 AM

PO1 Shawndra Carzola — Thu, 25 May 2023 00:55:27 -0400

I’m the Veteran who has to spend time helping someone who was at stage five kidney failure, heart issues from Lupus Nephritis, and turn there life around to live. They were also pneumonia struck, and 2 Tks of fluid. Stayed with them a week in the hospital, changed their diet, cooking cleaning and caring for them free of charge. It’s hard,and sad seeing them suffer, with their muscle mass gone. But I’m hanging in their giving 24 hr care, providing physical therapy etc. I made my mind I will take them in my home at no cost, but my Memorial Day and summer will be spent, breathing life into them, shedding hope and light for another, as we all should do, when we see a need to assist when no one else will do. Not a Nurse nothing, but a retired Veteran, doing what’s needed. The sacrifice is well worth it. They at now at stage 3B, 7 percent protein in urine drop, and getting stronger. I’m exhausted, and there will be no vacation here, but a show of love and strength towards another, hoping if I’m ever in needed, I’ll be well blessed in return.

Response by Maj Lisa M Robinson made May 25 at 2023 1:00 AM

Maj Lisa M Robinson — Thu, 25 May 2023 01:00:47 -0400

Celebrate with other fellow veterans, remembering those who sacrificed.

Response by PO3 Serge Peluso made May 25 at 2023 1:26 AM

PO3 Serge Peluso — Thu, 25 May 2023 01:26:09 -0400

I plan to volunteer opening a Church Summer Camp in the Sierra Mountains that was hit by record snow storms.

Response by PO3 Serge Peluso made May 25 at 2023 1:28 AM

PO3 Serge Peluso — Thu, 25 May 2023 01:28:21 -0400

I plan to volunteer opening a Church Summer Camp in the Sierra Mountains that was hit by record snow storms.

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made May 25 at 2023 1:32 AM

PO2 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 25 May 2023 01:32:51 -0400

I will be paying respect by standing watch/post during Memorial Day.

Response by SN Bill Harrison made May 25 at 2023 1:56 AM

SN Bill Harrison — Thu, 25 May 2023 01:56:36 -0400

I am a Vietnam veteran. I plan on visiting other veterans and sharing memories of friends we served with and the blessings we have received since we lived through those tumultuous days. God bless our Veterans and God Bless América!

Response by Cpl Jonathan Troutman made May 25 at 2023 4:09 AM

Cpl Jonathan Troutman — Thu, 25 May 2023 04:09:56 -0400

Well I'll probably get together with my two grandpa's(who are both veterans) and visit my great grandpa's gave. And after that we'll all go back and eat food from the grill that my grandmother made.

Response by SPC Heather Hann Myers made May 25 at 2023 4:21 AM

SPC Heather Hann Myers — Thu, 25 May 2023 04:21:20 -0400

This is what I do every year: I share a few beers with my grandfather and others I've loved who served, then passed on. It started with my grandfather, long before I realized the significance of the day he died - Memorial day, when I was 5. He was the only person in my life at the time, who truly loved me. It wasn't until I became a veteran myself that I realized I'd lost my only protector that day, due to survivor's guilt... he'd come back from the Battle of the Bulge, but left much of his heart behind. He even apologized for it, a few weeks before he died, with our secret ritual that I now believe he used to cement certain things in long-term memory for me. He'd feed me a sip of his beer, then talk, then another sip to end it. He said that I would have a hard life, and he was sorry he wouldn't be there to protect me. He was right. But like him, I'm a survivor, and I celebrate those I've lost by remembering the best times we shared together by swigging cheap beer and toasting their memories

Response by CMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made May 25 at 2023 4:48 AM

CMSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 25 May 2023 04:48:00 -0400

Honoring our K9 fallen.

Response by 1LT Herb Brodsky made May 25 at 2023 5:42 AM

1LT Herb Brodsky — Thu, 25 May 2023 05:42:59 -0400

My wife and I plan to spend time with our children and grandchildren. This together time will give us and opportunity to talk about our nation, our government and the freedoms we take for granted. We are setting aside time to tell of when I served in the army and how it relates to our very existence as a nation. On of the topics we hope to discuss is how our parents and grandparents emigrated to the United States to seek a better life for themselves and their children. Tall order but that is our goal..

Response by Sgt Bobbie Pickell made May 25 at 2023 5:51 AM

Sgt Bobbie Pickell — Thu, 25 May 2023 05:51:48 -0400

I recently moved to my home state of NH. I live near Weirs Beach where there’s a large ship that provides 3 hour cruises

Response by CPT Joel Oguete made May 25 at 2023 5:58 AM

CPT Joel Oguete — Thu, 25 May 2023 05:58:19 -0400

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Response by SrA Don Oberlies made May 25 at 2023 6:35 AM

SrA Don Oberlies — Thu, 25 May 2023 06:35:23 -0400

Post a flag at my godfathers empty grave marker because he has yet to come home! George Curtis Green “ Mac-V-Sog”

Response by MSgt Elton King made May 25 at 2023 6:36 AM

MSgt Elton King — Thu, 25 May 2023 06:36:16 -0400

How a cookout with fellow vets and play dominoes!!!

Response by MSgt John Castelli made May 25 at 2023 6:44 AM

MSgt John Castelli — Thu, 25 May 2023 06:44:06 -0400

We pay respects to all the four Ford soldiers I surround the house with American flags and that weekend we install flags all around our community on memorial day show our support for our military and I help start a veterans group in my community back in 2002 is still going strong

Response by SGT Norman LeClair made May 25 at 2023 6:46 AM

SGT Norman LeClair — Thu, 25 May 2023 06:46:00 -0400

My wife and I volunteer at the veterans center 3to 4 days a week

Response by SCPO Jack Carlsen made May 25 at 2023 7:03 AM

SCPO Jack Carlsen — Thu, 25 May 2023 07:03:57 -0400

In years past, I have attended our local National Cemetery's Memorial Day service, during COVID, I visited our township cemetery and took some time to reflect (discovered that there was a War of 1812 veteran interred there), this year, I will take my father and wife to opening day at our Northwoods League Baseball Team opening day. I will celebrate those who make the ultimate sacrifice by being an American, doing what Americans do celebrating the freedoms that our those who died in service to our country fought for in our Nations defense.

Response by 1st Lt Erica Marsh made May 25 at 2023 7:06 AM

1st Lt Erica Marsh — Thu, 25 May 2023 07:06:55 -0400

I will be spending my morning participating in The Honor Project with fellow Spartans through the Travis Manion Foundation. My family and I will go to lay coins and honor all my fallen brothers and sisters in arms.

Response by SGT Elizabeth Wilcox made May 25 at 2023 7:16 AM

SGT Elizabeth Wilcox — Thu, 25 May 2023 07:16:53 -0400

Constantly try to live an honorable life worthy of their sacrifice, join the Oak Grove Memorial walk/run.

Response by PO2 Gary Huesman made May 25 at 2023 7:20 AM

PO2 Gary Huesman — Thu, 25 May 2023 07:20:57 -0400

We have created a folder with a number of VA services brochures, an appreciation letter and business coupons. This packet of veteran resources and appreciation will be given out to all veterans during all 3 services this weekend at our church.

Response by Cpl Carl Saenz made May 25 at 2023 8:14 AM

Cpl Carl Saenz — Thu, 25 May 2023 08:14:24 -0400

I will be attending this event as my way to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Memorial Day Ceremony - San Antonio, TX
Memorial Day Commemoration Ceremony
When:
Mon. May 29, 2023, 9:00 am – 10:00 am CT
Where:
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio , TX

Response by SrA Charles Martin made May 25 at 2023 8:14 AM

SrA Charles Martin — Thu, 25 May 2023 08:14:31 -0400

When I was stationed in Germany, the guys and gals I served with had a lot of cookouts/barbeques at the dorms. I try to remember those who would go on to pay the ultimate price by making sure I grill every Memorial Day, rain or shine.

Response by SN Warren Doyle made May 25 at 2023 8:22 AM

SN Warren Doyle — Thu, 25 May 2023 08:22:51 -0400

Walk with my Fellow Veterans from VA in parade. Attend parade and memorial afterwards at VA.

Response by SN Warren Doyle made May 25 at 2023 8:26 AM

SN Warren Doyle — Thu, 25 May 2023 08:26:14 -0400

Walk in Parade from VAMC to Parade in Albany with fellow Veterans. Attend Memorial services at VAMC and VFWs/American Legion to support families of those those fallen.

Response by Sgt Edna Robertson made May 25 at 2023 8:46 AM

Sgt Edna Robertson — Thu, 25 May 2023 08:46:56 -0400

We have already followed The Trail of Honor from Jackson, MS to Hattiesburg, MS. I will be going to Milsaps College for Memorial Day Mass, and later to Shaggy's on the REZ for good food and music.

Response by SGT Timothy Lawson made May 25 at 2023 9:02 AM

SGT Timothy Lawson — Thu, 25 May 2023 09:02:23 -0400

My other veteran friends an I always gather and share stories of those we knew who paid the ultimate price and raise a cold one in their honor!

Response by PO2 Eddie Craig made May 25 at 2023 9:04 AM

PO2 Eddie Craig — Thu, 25 May 2023 09:04:40 -0400

I will attend Veteran funerals with the Patriot Guard Riders.
I will attend a "sendoff" of three WW II Veterans at Huntsville Airport. They are going to Normandy France for a trip of a lifetime.
I will attend my local Veteran's Museum for a Memorial Day celebration with military speakers and many local Veterans in Athens, AL. VVA, VFW, DAV and AMVETS groups will be together.
I will place US flags on local graves of Veterans, including my Father, a WW II Veteran.
I will place US flags in front of my neighborhood community building.
Most of all, I will remember my father and all Veterans who are not with us anymore.

Response by SFC Francisco Encarnacion made May 25 at 2023 9:12 AM

SFC Francisco Encarnacion — Thu, 25 May 2023 09:12:36 -0400

I will go to the VA Cemetery and walk around the area to pay respect to those that sacrificed everything for us.

Response by PFC Barnie Hampton made May 25 at 2023 9:12 AM

PFC Barnie Hampton — Thu, 25 May 2023 09:12:47 -0400

Plan to preach and bring more awareness to the church community of the value of our veterans, of which I am one

Response by PVT Loyd Prewitt made May 25 at 2023 9:32 AM

PVT Loyd Prewitt — Thu, 25 May 2023 09:32:16 -0400

My wife awards Quilts Of Valor to service men & women touch by war. I tag along. This weekend she will be awarding QOV Quilts at the Sac & Fox Veterans Gourd Dance in Stroud Oklahoma.

Response by SSgt Raymond Gray made May 25 at 2023 9:39 AM

SSgt Raymond Gray — Thu, 25 May 2023 09:39:00 -0400

On Memorial Day I will be participating in the Franklin, TN ceremony by playing trumpet with the Williamson County Community Band. I look forward to this event each year and find my participation as a meaningful way to give back to the local community.

Response by PO3 John Sochacki made May 25 at 2023 9:50 AM

PO3 John Sochacki — Thu, 25 May 2023 09:50:44 -0400

Tell all the folks i see at Starbucks in the morning just what today is in memory of. Our paid for freedoms

Response by MSgt Tim Gleason made May 25 at 2023 9:53 AM

MSgt Tim Gleason — Thu, 25 May 2023 09:53:57 -0400

Pray for all the hero’s who gave the ultimate for our Country

Response by SP5 Gregory Alford made May 25 at 2023 10:02 AM

SP5 Gregory Alford — Thu, 25 May 2023 10:02:03 -0400

I am part of the Veterans Club at Solivita. Solivita is a 55 and older community in Kissimmee Florida. I am part of the honor guard. We will do a parade and then a ceremony at Freedom Park in Solivita. We then change out of our uniforms and play a game of softball. At noon we have a BBQ. At five we have a concert until 8 PM. The Veterans Club here does a wonderful job of raising money that we use to help support various military and veteran programs. These include flag ceremonies when one of our members passes and parades through out the year.

Response by SPC Aaron Hamm made May 25 at 2023 10:08 AM

SPC Aaron Hamm — Thu, 25 May 2023 10:08:54 -0400

My plan is to help place flags on the tombstones at Fort Snelling

Response by CPL Private RallyPoint Member made May 25 at 2023 10:14 AM

CPL Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 25 May 2023 10:14:17 -0400

I will be helping a 93 year old veteran work on his home

Response by Ronda Rodriguez made May 25 at 2023 10:22 AM

Ronda Rodriguez — Thu, 25 May 2023 10:22:47 -0400

I am going to stay home and reflect on the life with my husband. He passed last month from complications due to Parkinson’s Disease from the Viet Nam war.
To watch his decline with the dementia was terrible. To see him in pain and respiratory distress was torturous for him and for me.
I can’t believe he is gone.
I will be praying for everyone who served and their families, that they never develop such horrifying conditions.
I will be praying for Peace around the world.
God, please help us all.

Response by MSgt Chandra Aelvoet made May 25 at 2023 10:40 AM

MSgt Chandra Aelvoet — Thu, 25 May 2023 10:40:26 -0400

Simply put - I plan to spend the day with family and friends; I plan to rejoice in being alive; I plan on seeing the beauty in where I have been and not fearing what is to come; I plan on thanking God for His forgiveness and for His love. I will do these things for those who no longer can - every day, and especially - Memorial Day. I am honored to have known each of you.

Response by SPC Andy Diaz made May 25 at 2023 11:03 AM

SPC Andy Diaz — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:03:36 -0400

A fun way we’re celebrating Memorial Day with kids while also teaching them the importance of honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we will be putting together a patriotic-themed scavenger hunt.
The scavenger hunt will be set up at our local park and will include clues that lead kids to different stations, each of which has a patriotic activity or challenge to complete. For example, one station will be a flag-making station, where children can create their own American flags using construction paper and markers. One area will be an egg (plastic) hunt with GI Joe figures hidden inside as the prize. Another station will be a trivia game about the history of Memorial Day and the sacrifices made by our military. At the end of the scavenger hunt, there can be a moment of silence to honor fallen soldiers.

Response by SFC Terry Fortune made May 25 at 2023 11:15 AM

SFC Terry Fortune — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:15:42 -0400

Been putting out flags at Verteran's grave sites. Will be attending an Memorial program ay our Courthouse Sunday afternoon. Then invite the family over for a cook out.

Response by SPC Raphael Cross made May 25 at 2023 11:20 AM

SPC Raphael Cross — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:20:24 -0400

I am a veteran and have a history of veterans in my family. I also have worked for the Dept. of Veteran Affairs for the past 23 years. I plan on going home (Ohio) and cleaning off all of their grave stones and markers. Plant some flowers and stick a flag in the dirt. Also the same for my family members who aren't veterans. Just reflect on my life and how the military made me the man i am today. Have a good meal and enjoy the great outdoors. Try to reach out to any homeless veterans i come across this weekend. i am so blessed and believe in paying my blessing forward.

Response by SGT Ronnie Wilkerson made May 25 at 2023 11:21 AM

SGT Ronnie Wilkerson — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:21:40 -0400

Go to a National cemetery and pay my respects to my fallin Brothers and Sisters. Put coins on the Headstones

Response by SGT Ronnie Wilkerson made May 25 at 2023 11:23 AM

SGT Ronnie Wilkerson — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:23:43 -0400

Go to a National cemetery and pay my respects to my fallin Brothers and Sisters. Put coins on the Headstones

Response by SPC Justine Blankenbeckler made May 25 at 2023 11:27 AM

SPC Justine Blankenbeckler — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:27:46 -0400

First Helping a team putting Flowers on the graveside of the Fallen. Having some Disabled Veteran's Veteran's over for dinner and a movie on the patio. They have no where to go. Our home is always open. Counting our Blessings and thinking of my Dad and all that have passed at this time.

Response by SGT Augustus Pisano made May 25 at 2023 11:29 AM

SGT Augustus Pisano — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:29:21 -0400

Feed and help 250 homeless at skid row, as my brother, spouse and I have been doing for years, here in lis Angeles, ca

Response by Cpl LaTalya Johnson-Jenkins made May 25 at 2023 11:36 AM

Cpl LaTalya Johnson-Jenkins — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:36:52 -0400

It’s very important for my family to honor and celebrate the lives that were given for our freedom. As a family, we will attend a VA Memorial event at our nearby VA cemetery and our children will assist with distributing flags there. Also, our extended families located in a few other states will do the same so that we are celebrating unitedly as a family.

Response by MSG Dan Frosolone made May 25 at 2023 11:45 AM

MSG Dan Frosolone — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:45:02 -0400

Attend Locol Memorial Day services at church and in the community.

Response by MSG Dan Frosolone made May 25 at 2023 11:47 AM

MSG Dan Frosolone — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:47:52 -0400

Attend local Church services and local Memorial Day activities.

Response by PO3 Lyn McCalister made May 25 at 2023 11:51 AM

PO3 Lyn McCalister — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:51:31 -0400

I'm going to visit cemeteries and place flags on graves on behalf of loved ones who are unable to visit.

Response by Sgt Sophia Cottrill made May 25 at 2023 12:07 PM

Sgt Sophia Cottrill — Thu, 25 May 2023 12:07:31 -0400

We are attending a Memorial Day Parade in our city.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made May 25 at 2023 12:41 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 25 May 2023 12:41:14 -0400

Attend our local Memorial Day Parade wearing military udentifying clothing and Hand Saluting each US Flag that passes by.

Response by PO3 John Siegrist made May 25 at 2023 12:53 PM

PO3 John Siegrist — Thu, 25 May 2023 12:53:57 -0400

My City of Redding is having a Memorial Day service at the Veterans Grove located by the Civic Center. There will be speakers from the Veterans Service Office, the VFW and the American Legion. I attend every year to pay my respects.

Response by SSG Cortney Johnson made May 25 at 2023 1:38 PM

SSG Cortney Johnson — Thu, 25 May 2023 13:38:15 -0400

Take a moment of silence in prayer.

Response by MAJ James Springer made May 25 at 2023 2:53 PM

MAJ James Springer — Thu, 25 May 2023 14:53:16 -0400

I was motivated as a child during the Second World War to make a goal of becoming a Captain in the U.S. Army. I am going to attend the Memorial Day Observance in Prescott, Arizona and tell as many persons as I can about my story and how they influence recruiting.

MAJ James B. Springer, USA Retired

Response by SP5 Chris Spangler made May 25 at 2023 2:54 PM

SP5 Chris Spangler — Thu, 25 May 2023 14:54:42 -0400

Don't live anywhere near my brothers grave, nor any of my buddies but will honor them in prayer, and a hello that I know they will hear.

Response by SN Vincent Collogan made May 25 at 2023 2:57 PM

SN Vincent Collogan — Thu, 25 May 2023 14:57:52 -0400

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Response by CN Bentley Wood made May 25 at 2023 2:58 PM

CN Bentley Wood — Thu, 25 May 2023 14:58:20 -0400

Hurray for the veterans

Response by CPL April Nakai made May 25 at 2023 3:27 PM

CPL April Nakai — Thu, 25 May 2023 15:27:48 -0400

I lost my husband to ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig disease) 2 years ago. He served in the Army Armory in Germany. Included in his funeral thank you cards:
Charlie Brown and Snoopy looking up at the evening stars and mentions:
"Perhaps they are not stars in the sky,
but rather openings where our loved ones
shine down to let us know they are happy."
He was laid down with our quintuplets at military Punchbowl Memorial on Oahu, Hawaii.
We bring extra flowers on the surrounding graves around them, especially, others
that have lost their babies, too. We miss them.

Response by SrA Lynette Querciagrossa made May 25 at 2023 4:43 PM

SrA Lynette Querciagrossa — Thu, 25 May 2023 16:43:36 -0400

We are starting our Veterans Day by welcoming the Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall to Myrtle Beach South Carolina. I am a Veteran as well as a Blue Star Mother. We support our sons and daughters currently serving as well as our Veterans. Friday we will have The Memorial Day opening ceremony and wreath laying at the wall. We will be walking in the Military Appreciation Days Parade this Saturday. There is so much more going on and I am so proud of these soldiers sacrifice to this beautiful country. These are just the pictures from the wall coming into Myrtle Beach. God Bless you all!

Response by CPL John Heib made May 25 at 2023 5:10 PM

CPL John Heib — Thu, 25 May 2023 17:10:20 -0400

I plqan to walk in the Memorial Day Parade in our hometown of Champion, Ohio.
John Heib

Response by Capt Richard Stevens made May 25 at 2023 5:27 PM

Capt Richard Stevens — Thu, 25 May 2023 17:27:28 -0400

Proudly display our flag. To pause and reflect.

Response by SSG Archie Martinez made May 25 at 2023 6:07 PM

SSG Archie Martinez — Thu, 25 May 2023 18:07:45 -0400

I would like to attend one of the Memorial Day ceremonies in appreciation of their sacrifice. These ceremonies are being held at more than 130 of our national cemeteries throughout this weekend and understand these events include wreath-laying, speeches of remembrance, the playing of Taps, and tributes to the fallen.

Response by A1C Katherine Jacobs made May 25 at 2023 6:32 PM

A1C Katherine Jacobs — Thu, 25 May 2023 18:32:12 -0400

I do this every year, after laying crosses and flags at my local cemetary Hills Ferry, Newman CA, I will go to the National Cemetary in Santa Nella CA and place silk poppies, on the graves of our fallen there. I can't make the trip to GA to visit my Father and Uncles' graves, so I pick a plot of graves at the National Cemetary and place the silk poppies there, I pause and thank each soldier for their service and ask that they look up my Father and Uncle in Heaven and let them know I love them, miss them and am thinking about them. It sad that I can't make the trip to GA but going to the cemetaries locally and placing the crosses, flags and silk flowers make me feel closer to my brothers and sisters who gave everything, My Father and Uncle were both Army, and they are the reason I joined the Air Force to continue the legacy. Its not much, but some of these graves never get a visitor and by placing a single flower and praying I hope they know I remember them.

Response by Amn James Geilfuss made May 25 at 2023 6:44 PM

Amn James Geilfuss — Thu, 25 May 2023 18:44:55 -0400

PRAY===for all my buddies===so all the USA can be safe===PRAY

Response by SPC Rick Price made May 25 at 2023 11:33 PM

SPC Rick Price — Thu, 25 May 2023 23:33:23 -0400

Just think about them, what they have done for us—how we are all still living and get to enjoy this holiday—but they do not. Forever grateful

Response by Sgt Neal Engebretson made May 26 at 2023 12:47 AM

Sgt Neal Engebretson — Fri, 26 May 2023 00:47:48 -0400

Unfortiontatly Im out of the country, never the less I will go to Okinawa to pay tribute to all my fallen brothers and sisters, and those who have passed on in my family. Many people forget to pay tribute to our Flag. I'll remind them

Response by MGySgt Private RallyPoint Member made May 26 at 2023 4:43 AM

MGySgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 26 May 2023 04:43:31 -0400

We’ll be taking the Boy Scouts to a nearby cemetery to place American flags prior to Memorial Day. We’ll also be entering all graves in the Billion Graves online registry so people can search for their loved ones and members of their family tree.

Response by Suzanne Everson made May 26 at 2023 7:28 AM

Suzanne Everson — Fri, 26 May 2023 07:28:06 -0400

My Dad, who will be 92 in June, is a Korean War veteran. On Memorial Day, my Dad has had a tradition of making his 'special' fried chicken for his family, and he plans to do this again this year! He is a very special man and a Veteran who has always cared for his country.
Thank-you
Suzanne Everson, RN, MSN, FNP-BC (30+ years of working as an RN/NP at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center)

Response by SSG Richard Hall made May 26 at 2023 8:29 AM

SSG Richard Hall — Fri, 26 May 2023 08:29:50 -0400

Every year for the past 53 years I take a wreath of red white and blue flowers to the grave of my friend I served with in C 4/12 199th infantry brigade KIA March 12 1969.

Response by SPC Tim Zuck made May 26 at 2023 10:40 AM

SPC Tim Zuck — Fri, 26 May 2023 10:40:00 -0400

I will go to Southern wisconsin cemetary to pay honor to my Father in law and cousin and my wifes brother for their service

Response by PO2 Jan Heckman made May 26 at 2023 11:39 AM

PO2 Jan Heckman — Fri, 26 May 2023 11:39:04 -0400

I plan to attend the National concert with my lady friend this weekend --- The White House lawn is less than 100 miles distant from my home.

Response by SSgt Edie Cress made May 26 at 2023 11:56 AM

SSgt Edie Cress — Fri, 26 May 2023 11:56:35 -0400

I am assisting in putting flags on the graves of the fallen at the local cemetery. I am also helping to raise and lower the flags on the avenue of flags at the cemetery every day this weekend. I am part of the firing detail for the American Legion and will be participating in the ceremony at the local cemetery on Monday.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made May 26 at 2023 12:01 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 26 May 2023 12:01:16 -0400

My family and I will attend the local American Legion event

Response by SP5 Michael Gregory made May 26 at 2023 12:44 PM

SP5 Michael Gregory — Fri, 26 May 2023 12:44:08 -0400

In honor and respect on this Memorial Day, I will be emceeing "The 25th Annual Tribute to Veterans and Military Families" on May 27th hosted by Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger. On Memorial Day I will have the honor of helping to place the Screen Actors Guild/AFTRA Wreath during the the Los Angeles National Cemetery Ceremony. Then head to American Legion Hollywood Post 43 to read the ‘Missing Man Table’ at the Legion’s Ceremony and to continue the days observance.
Have a Grateful Memorial Everyone!

Response by SGT Olga Samuels made May 26 at 2023 1:09 PM

SGT Olga Samuels — Fri, 26 May 2023 13:09:36 -0400

I will be working at my VA hospital helping my other brothers and sisters get better.

Response by SPC Joel Carter Sr made May 26 at 2023 5:46 PM

SPC Joel Carter Sr — Fri, 26 May 2023 17:46:40 -0400

I HAVE NO PLAN FOR MEMORIAL WEEKEND,CAUSE I HAVE NO WAY TO GET AROUND. ALL I CAN DO IS PRAY

Response by CPL Bobby Smith made May 26 at 2023 5:56 PM

CPL Bobby Smith — Fri, 26 May 2023 17:56:48 -0400

Am looking forward to this event

Response by CPL Bobby Smith made May 26 at 2023 5:57 PM

CPL Bobby Smith — Fri, 26 May 2023 17:57:21 -0400

Looking forward to the event so special

Response by Missy Kuhn made May 26 at 2023 9:46 PM

Missy Kuhn — Fri, 26 May 2023 21:46:51 -0400

My dad and I go to the veterans memorial plaza in Latrobe where i had his name engraved on the Vietnam war wall and we pay our respects there as well as visit the local cemeteries thanking veterans who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made May 27 at 2023 6:14 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 27 May 2023 06:14:19 -0400

Remembering who went before makes us value more what is going forward.

Response by SP5 Diana Pescod made May 27 at 2023 1:38 PM

SP5 Diana Pescod — Sat, 27 May 2023 13:38:05 -0400

I served during the Vietnam War and my fiancee then is a MIA. I am going to the ceremonies in my city and the grave site so I can be with my fallen brothers and sisters. I will pray for them and all the military and of course to my everlasting love.

Response by Sgt Doug Steiger made May 27 at 2023 2:49 PM

Sgt Doug Steiger — Sat, 27 May 2023 14:49:08 -0400

I assisted my wife in researching her relative who was in the Ghost Army of WWII. His daughter did not know of Wesley's service until my wife forwarded Ruth the information of her dad's service! It is an honor to have found this historical and honorable family history.

Response by Sgt Doug Steiger made May 27 at 2023 3:13 PM

Sgt Doug Steiger — Sat, 27 May 2023 15:13:42 -0400

I assisted my wife in researching her relative who was in the Ghost Army of WWII. His daughter was not aware of her dad’s service until my wife emailed her our research. I was honored and proud of this father’s amazing contribution to our freedom.

Response by Sgt Doug Steiger made May 27 at 2023 3:35 PM

Sgt Doug Steiger — Sat, 27 May 2023 15:35:30 -0400

I assisted my wife in researching the service history of her family. We found that Wesley was in the WWII Ghost Army. His daughter had no idea of her father's Ghost Army history until my wife emailed Ruth of our findings. Her father died less than 6 weeks after her birth.

Response by SPC Rosemarie Chowning made May 27 at 2023 6:05 PM

SPC Rosemarie Chowning — Sat, 27 May 2023 18:05:44 -0400

To fly the American flag proudly.

Response by Cpl Frank Birkemeier made May 28 at 2023 10:37 AM

Cpl Frank Birkemeier — Sun, 28 May 2023 10:37:43 -0400

Continue to help connect fellow vets with whole health methods to deal with chronic pain/ PTSD such as hiking events. Art, music therapy etc.instead of the typical my method from docs- " here, take another prescription medicine for 90 days and tell me how you feel."

Response by SSgt Sterling Holmes made May 28 at 2023 11:20 AM

SSgt Sterling Holmes — Sun, 28 May 2023 11:20:31 -0400

Fly our American and P O W flags and place flowers on my dad’s and family members graves. Then have a memorial cookout in which we reminisce about our fallen military family members.

Response by CPL Brenda Brown made May 28 at 2023 6:21 PM

CPL Brenda Brown — Sun, 28 May 2023 18:21:54 -0400

put flowers on graves go to a flag cermony at graceland cetrmy pray alot go to sunday mass

Response by Ewa North made May 29 at 2023 10:54 AM

Ewa North — Mon, 29 May 2023 10:54:36 -0400

I will be working 10 hours on Memorial Day serving Veterans and their families.

Response by SP5 Laura Geier made May 29 at 2023 11:47 AM

SP5 Laura Geier — Mon, 29 May 2023 11:47:41 -0400

I am going to put flowers on the graves of my fallen military comrads

Response by SSG Leo Mcardle made Jun 5 at 2023 12:57 AM

SSG Leo Mcardle — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:57:04 -0400

I sit on the Avenue of Flags Committee for Golden Gate National Cemetery in San Bruno. I help plan Memorial Day Ceremonies and others throughout the year. I am usually doing something and this year I am escorting Gold Star Mom in the wreath laying. I got a Gunny SGT from the 23rd Marine Regiment to lead the Pledge of Allegiance and also give a talk. A few hours later I had some of my fellow Veterans perform a firing detail for an Army Veteran who passed away. Just another rewarding day in my schedule.

Response by PFC Dennis Resch made Jun 7 at 2023 4:30 AM

PFC Dennis Resch — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 04:30:31 -0400

We went to the Indianapolis 500.

Response by SGT Ruben Lozada made Jun 9 at 2023 5:36 PM

SGT Ruben Lozada — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 17:36:31 -0400

Good afternoon. Excellent post. Thank You for sharing this. Pay Me respects to all the fallen Brothers and Sisters at a local Memorial Wall.

Response by SPC Michael Duricko, Ph.D made Jun 12 at 2023 6:29 PM

SPC Michael Duricko, Ph.D — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 18:29:10 -0400

Been there with some of those heros, some of whom died in my arms, but on this day they shall live in memory for being the courageous souls they were. I shall honor all, but especially those whom I shall remember until we meet again.

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Response by CPL Brenda Brown made Jun 26 at 2023 7:50 PM

CPL Brenda Brown — Mon, 26 Jun 2023 19:50:51 -0400

spend time with family at mattoon lake a big fish fry vist my mom and dads grave site and my husbund mom and dad also and also thank god for the holiday ect

Response by CPL Brenda Brown made Jun 26 at 2023 7:53 PM

CPL Brenda Brown — Mon, 26 Jun 2023 19:53:44 -0400

vist my father inlaw grave site hes a veteran severed all the wars and on the ships he served till retirement thank god for who have served and everone still in stay safe amen

Response by Jim Miller made Jul 27 at 2023 9:43 PM

Jim Miller — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 21:43:22 -0400

A high school mate who became a high school english teacher over a period of years gave her students an assignment to do a first person interview with a veteran (family, neighbor or any other veteran. After many years she published two books with all these stories broken down by wars. She inspired me to ask school clubs to clean the headstones of the veterans in the many cemeteries in the valley. I always get plenty of students to do this. I take a car full but most of them provide their own transportation.