Major events during May honoring those who sacrificed their lives are canceled
Warwick. American Legion Post 214 Commander Jerry Schacher will hold a brief reading of the names of all the comrades who have passed away since last year’s ceremonies.
| 29 Apr 2020 | 08:22
New York Task Force Commander Col. Peter Riley (far right) along with members of Warwick’s well-known Stewart family of military servicemen marched with the color guard followed by local officials, veterans and other organizations. (
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It’s an especially sad decision for veterans, local officials, volunteer firefighters, various other organizations and all those who participate in the traditional parade and ceremonies held at Warwick Cemetery, St. Stephen’s Cemetery and Veterans Memorial Park.
Nevertheless, as a result of the corona virus pandemic, this year’s Memorial Day ceremonies and the preceding placing of flags at veterans’ graves in local cemeteries have been canceled.
American Legion Post 214 Commander Jerry Schacher, however, will hold a brief reading in Veterans’ Memorial Park of the names of all the comrades who have passed away since last year.
At 10 a.m. on Monday, May 25, Schacher will be the only official conducting the five-minute reading but anyone following the social distancing and mask regulations are welcome to attend.
- Roger Gavan