Bardstown Memorial Day observance set for 11 a.m. Monday at city cemetery

Memorial Day 2014 (file photo)

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Thursday, May 25, 2017 — The annual Memorial Day observance at the Bardstown City Cemetery is set for 11 a.m. Monday, May 29 at the gazebo next to the flag pole.

Retired Air Force Chief Master Sergeant Kenny Fogle will serve as emcee. Following a welcome message from Mayor Dick Heaton, state Rep. Chad McCoy will be the featured speaker.

A list of veterans who have passed since last Memorial Day will be read by the chaplains of the local American Legion posts prior to the post commanders jointly laying a wreath to honor veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice.

American Legion Post 167 is hosting lunch with light refreshments at the post following the conclusion of the ceremony. The observance is supported by the local American Legion posts 121, 167 and 42.

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