City hosts solemn Memorial Day Service

Everett community gathered at Glenwood Cemetery to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces

Special to The Advocate

The City of Everett gathered alongside residents, veterans, elected officials and City staff at the Gold Star Pavilion in Glenwood Cemetery on Monday, May 26, to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States armed forces. Antoine Coleman, the City of Everett’s director of Veterans Affairs, was pleased to welcome and speak about this year’s honoree, U.S. Marine veteran Johnny Walker. Additionally, speakers at the service included Mayor Carlo DeMaria, Sal DiDomenico Jr. on behalf of State Senator Sal DiDomenico, and State Representative Joe McGonagle, as well as an invocation and benediction delivered by Bishop Robert Brown and the recital of the pledge of allegiance led by Veterans Agent Gerri Miranda.

Patriotic songs like “The Star-Spangled Banner,” “God Bless America” and “America the Beautiful” were played throughout the service by the Everett High School Band. The ceremony continued with the roll call of all Everett veterans who have passed away since last year by, which was immediately followed by the playing of taps. The service concluded with final remarks from Coleman, who thanked attendees for their participation and attendance.