Medfield Honors Veterans On 11/11

American Legion Beckwith Post 110 and ALA110 Honor Veterans

Medfield celebrates Veterans annually, with a brief ceremony held at Baxter Park held by the Beckwith Post Legion and the Auxiliary Legion members.

The ceremony honors all Veterans and the Medfield community is encouraged to attend.

At 5pm, the sky was dark, but the moon was bright and the temperatures were mild. In the darkness luminaria bags lined the walkways, each one etched with the name of a Veteran from all branches of the armed services. Michelle Doucette, a member of the ALA110 organizes the luminaria sales portion of the ceremony and it is heartwarming to see the names of all who served this nation.

Legion Commander, Bob Tannler, led the ceremony, which included prayers read by Legion Chaplain, Paul Galafaro followed by the National Anthem sung by Vivian Ladd, a Medfield High Student.

Legion Commander announced the passing of long-time Legion member Herb Burr. He passed away this past year, and he was remembered for his service to this country.

Two Medfield High School students, Mason Allen and John Barrette played TAPS followed by the Legion members and any other Veteran that was in attendance to assist in raising the flags at Baxter Park.