A beautiful remembrance for our local deceased veterans will be provided this Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018 at 10 a.m. when 4,485 wreaths with bright red bows can be viewed on markers at Fort Bayard National Cemetery. Every marker, every grave there will have a wreath this year, a fantastic tribute to our veterans!

Over 600 individuals, organizations, families, and businesses have sponsored these fresh green balsam wreaths shipped directly from Maine. The Wreaths Across America Remembrance Ceremony will begin at 10:00 a.m. sharp on December 15 with Dr. John Bell the emcee for the program. The program’s speaker will be recently retired Navy Captain Diane LeBlanc with music provided by the Hi Lo Silvers. All are invited to attend. This morning ceremony will provide a meaningful and lovely way to remember our veterans during the Christmas season.

Please come early, do allow extra time due to limited parking for handicapped only within the cemetery gates.