Marshfield Director of Veterans' Services, Carin Paulette, salutes Jeffrey Casale, and family members of the late Joseph Casale, Sr. after they are presented with his Bronze Star Medal. Photo credit: Lenny Rowe.
In Marshfield, the Memorial Day parade included a trolley for veterans, local officials, and the high school band.
Hundreds of people lined the Veterans Memorial Park for the annual observance.
Army veteran James Curran, who was deployed to Kuwait and Iraq from 2003 to 2004, was among the speakers.
The ceremony also recognized the family of the late Joseph Casale, Sr. a World War II Veteran.
Lisa Potts, Assistant Director of Veterans Services, says he was honored with the Bronze Star Medal for his service.
Director of Veterans’ Services, Carin Paulette, says it’s important to never forget the sacrifices that have been made.
Jim Kilcoyne, chair of the Select Board, says people often lose sight of the true meaning of Memorial Day.
The ceremony concluded with a reading of Marshfield residents who died while in service, a 21-gun salute, and taps.
Marshfield veterans wave from the Lobsters and Mobsters trolley. Photo credit: Lenny Rowe.
Hundreds of people lined the Veterans’ Memorial Park in Marshfield. Photo credit: Lenny Rowe.
