Everett community gathered to place U.S. Flags at veterans’ graves at Glenwood and Woodlawn Cemeteries in preparation for Memorial Day

Special to The Advocate

On Monday, May 12, in preparation for Memorial Day, the City of Everett held the traditional placing of U.S. flags at the graves of veterans at Glenwood Cemetery; additionally, on Tuesday, May 13, community members gathered at Woodlawn Cemetery to place U.S. flags at the graves of veterans. Thanks to the overwhelming number of participants, the planned additional day at Woodlawn Cemetery was not needed. Residents gathered to honor the U.S. veterans who are no longer with us by taking as many flags as they could and dispersing throughout the cemeteries. Those who participated walked throughout the cemeteries 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 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.”