Submitted by Bedford’s Patriotic Holiday Committee
Ceremonies to honor all Veterans to be held at Veterans Memorial Park, Bedford (on Great Road across from Bedford Shopping Center) starting at 12 PM. In case of inclement weather, ceremonies will be moved to Town Hall (Lower Level Multi-Purpose Room). Contact Paul Purchia: 781-789-8974 (cell) or 781-275-2464 (H).
Bedford’s Police and Firefighter Honor Guard will escort Patriotic Holiday Committee members and Dignitaries along the walkway, from the Patriot Statue to the Monument, while Parade March is being played by the Bedford Minutemen.
Introductions/Opening Remarks
Paul Purchia, Chair/Patriotic Holiday Committee
Opening Prayer
Chaplain/American Legion
Pledge of Allegiance
Led by Bedford Scouts
Singing of our National Anthem
Music by Bedford HS Marching Band
Speakers
- Jerry Hartmann, Commander of American Legion Post 221
- Alfredo Franco, Acting Commander of VFW Post 1628
- Bill Moonan, Chair, Bedford Selectmen
- State Representative Ken Gordon
Presentation of Memorial Wreath with Flags
Attendees are invited to remember a special veteran by placing a flag on the Veterans Memorial Wreath and sharing the name and military service of the honored veteran with everyone present.
Patriotic Sing Along: God Bless America
Music by Bedford HS Marching Band
Bedford High School Air Force R.O.T.C.
Firing volleys under the direction of Capt. Richard Carson and Chief Master Sergeant Chris Edris
Sounding of TAPS
Bedford High School Band members
Closing Prayer
James Burton/VFW Post 1628 Adjutant
After the ceremony, participants are invited back to the American Legion for lunch.