When I was elected Mayor in 2015, one of the first events I welcomed was the Memorial Day Service at National Cemetery. For the third year it has been my honor to bring a welcome, and I have used the same words every time:
Memorial Day
As the Mayor of Jefferson City I have the honor of welcoming
you to this special Memorial Day service at the National Cemetery. I learned at an early age from my grandfather
George, who came to this great country from Greece as a young boy, that America
is the BEST country on earth.
Words alone cannot say enough to thank those in the military
who have stood up for and fought for our freedoms. By being here today, your presence shows that
appreciation.
Let’s keep the spirit of Memorial Day every day
of the year. Thank a veteran, and those
in active military duty, every day. Exercise your right to vote, every time. They fought hard for these freedoms. Don’t take it for granted.
Remember the families of those who serve, in your prayers
and in your actions.
When I see our beautiful American flag, I remember my
grandfather, how he kissed the ground because he loved this country so
much. And I remember those who gave him
the freedom to kiss that ground!
Let’s all teach the next generation to have that
respect: For this place, for all who are
buried here.
I would like to thank the City’s Cemetery Resources Board
for all they do to continue to protect and respect this place of rest and
peace.
Thank you all for being here today, and especially to all
who have served our great country and to their families.
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| Memorial Day Service |
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| National Cemetery, Jefferson City, Missouri |
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| A solemn moment at the podium, thanks for capturing it Homer Holmes. |
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| Proud of the Jefferson City Fire Department and thankful for all our public safety and first responders! |
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| I appreciate Jim Logan and his dedication to the Memorial Day service at National Cemetery every year! |
Jefferson City Police Department
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| Our beautiful flag! On top of Central Bank in Downtown Jefferson City |
