By The Paper Staff
WABASH, Ind. – Memorial Day services in Wabash will take place on Monday, May 28.
The services are open to the public and are conducted by the veterans’ organizations of Wabash County and their associated auxiliaries.
The members of the veterans organizations will begin the day with a ceremony at the Carroll Street Bridge at 9:30 a.m. to honor those who have died in Maritime Service.
There will also be a dedication service at the Wabash County Courthouse War Memorial, beginning at 10 a.m.
The public is invited to participate in all events.
After an invocation by American Legion Post No. 15 at 10 a.m., the national anthem will be sung by Jo Wade.
Remarks by Wabash Mayor Scott Long will follow, as well as remarks by Hodge Patel, State Director for Senator Joe Donelly, and Chis Lee, Representative for Congresswoman Jackie Walorski.
The laying of wreaths by auxiliaries will follow.
Remarks will then be made by VFW Post No. 286 Commander Herb Mullen, and American Legion Post No. 15 Commander Steve Conner.
A salute will be made by the VFW Rifle Team, and Taps with the lowering of the flag will follow.
Jim Hoefer will play the bugle, and VFW Post No. 286 Chaplin Mike Teal will conclude the service with a benediction.