Memorial Day was extra special this year for WWII and Korean
Veteran’s at Juniper Village. Art Price, Eugene Kline, Ralph Hagen, Richard
Lord and Sylvester (Dudley) Schall, all received recognition as participants in
the Meadville Memorial Day Parade. While riding the parade route, in vintage
army vehicles, the crowds waved American flags and shouted “Thank you for your
service”. With tear filled eyes and smiling faces Juniper Village Veteran’s
proudly returned many waves to the crowd.
A special recognition was given to our resident, Dudley
Schall. Although his service ended decades ago, he has served veterans by his
participation in the Meadville Area Memorial Day Observance Committee. Being
one of the original members, he has served proudly as its treasurer for many
years and recently was named “Treasurer Emeritus”.
After arrival at the gazebo in Diamond Park, the crowd
enjoyed music by Andrew Sister’s look-a-likes, complete with vintage hairstyles
& outfits. The Gettysburg Address and Flanders Fields were read by the
Governor & Lt. Governor of Meadville High School student body. Patriotic
songs were played by Meadville High School band and the guest speaker was U.S.
Army General Mark A. Bellini.
Much honor and thanks are given not only to those men that
were in the parade, but to each and everyone that served our country.
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