Everett community gathers to place U.S. Flags at veterans’ graves at Woodlawn Cemetery

Memorial Day Service set for Monday, May 27 at Glenwood Cemetery

Special to The Advocate

On Monday, May 20, the City of Everett held the traditional placing of United States flags at the graves of veterans in Woodlawn Cemetery. In preparation for Memorial Day, residents, elected officials, and City and School Department employees gathered to honor the U.S. veterans who are no longer with us by taking as many flags as they could and dispersing them throughout the cemetery. Those who participated walked throughout the cemetery to ensure every veteran-marked grave received a U.S. flag in recognition of their service.

“Everett truly is a great community that cares it about its veterans, and all of the volunteers have proven that every year we host this effort,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “Thank you to everyone who took the time to help honor those veterans who are no longer with us. May they rest in eternal peace.”

All are welcome to join the City of Everett for the annual Memorial Day Service that will take place on Monday, May 27, at 10 a.m., at Glenwood Cemetery (entrance on Washington Avenue). Attendees are asked to meet at the Gold Star Pavilion, where the ceremony will take place.

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