2025 Memorial Day, “Honoring the Service and Sacrifice of Veterans”
By Scott Leas, Public Affairs Officer
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Marion National Cemetery, will host a 2025 Memorial Day ceremony at 11:00 a.m. on the holiday to pay our respects to those who gave their lives so we could enjoy our lives in freedom and prosperity.
Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries and memorials. A National Moment of Remembrance also takes place at 3 p.m. local time, on the holiday. Many people also observe the tradition of flying the United States Flag at half-staff from dawn until noon local time.
Volunteers and Staff will be available at cemetery main entrance to direct parking.
Who: Guest Speaker: Mr. Jeff Kilgren, Grant County Veterans’ Service Officer
When: 11:00 AM, Monday, May 26, 2025
Where: Marion National Cemetery, 1700 East 38th Street, Marion, IN 46953
Contact: Dave Drake, Assistant Cemetery Director, Marion/Crown Hill/Dayton National Cemeteries, Office: (765) 674-0284