URGENT UPDATE: A significant Veterans Day ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, November 11, 2023, at 11 a.m. at the Weld County Veterans Memorial in Greeley, Colorado. This event promises to honor the sacrifices of veterans with a heartfelt program that the community is encouraged to attend.
Master Gunnery Sergeant Brian Ivers, a decorated veteran with five combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, is set to deliver a powerful keynote speech. The ceremony will feature the Northridge High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps presenting the colors, while Isamar Chavira will sing the national anthem. Adding to the solemn atmosphere, the Greeley Central High School band will provide musical tributes throughout the event.
The master of ceremonies will be Shawn Harmer, a prominent member of the Weld County Veterans Memorial Committee. In addition, Pastor John Musil from Living Grace Baptist Church will lead the invocation and benediction, ensuring a spiritual element to the proceedings.
As part of the ceremony, the Union Colony Marine Corps League 1093 will conduct a traditional rifle salute and play taps, marking the solemnity of the occasion. Following the formal program, veterans and their families are invited to a complimentary soup luncheon hosted by the Greeley VFW Post and Auxiliary 2121 from 12:30-2 p.m. at 2514 7th Ave. This is a wonderful opportunity for community members to express gratitude and connect with those who served.
The Weld County Veterans Memorial Association is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the memorial, and they welcome donations to support their ongoing efforts. Interested individuals can contribute to the association at PO Box 1016, Greeley, CO 80632. Additionally, annual memberships are available for just $25 per person.
This ceremony is not only a tribute to our veterans but also a chance for the community to come together in solidarity. As Veterans Day approaches, the Greeley community is called to honor and remember those who have served with courage and dedication. Don’t miss this important event!
