Lakewood Cemetery In Minneapolis To Host Memorial Day Ceremony

MINNEAPOLIS — If you're looking for a way to honor those who died during their U.S. military service, one of Minnesota's largest and oldest cemeteries is hosting an event on Memorial Day. Lakewood Cemetery's ceremony will begin at 10:30 a.m. Monday.

Author Jacquelyn Fletcher will give the keynote address. She will discuss how stories are pivotal "for everything we do and all of who we are."

Local author and historian Douglas Bekke will tell a story of heroism to honor the 75th anniversary of D-Day. Vocalist Robert Robinson, as well as the Minneapolis Police Band, will provide music. The service will also feature a dove release.

Find out more information about the ceremony on the Lakewood website.