Politics & Government
Memorial Day Parade Stepping Off on Monday
Parade starts at Rocky River High School, ends at Lakewood Park Cemetery.
A Memorial Day parade will step off in Rocky River again this year, but Lakewood has an important role, parade organizers say.
The Lakewood and Rocky River Joint Veterans Council is hosting its 12th annual Memorial Day parade, set to begin at Rocky River High School on Monday morning.
The parade steps off at 10:30 a.m. and heads west on Detroit Road, before ending at Lakewood Park Cemetery at 22025 Detroit Road.
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Local officials, judges and area policemen and firefighters will be among the parade participants.
The parade will be led by police in squad cars and motorcycles — but don't expect candy-throwing or political banners at this parade.
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“We here to honor our fallen comrades, that’s what this parade is about,” said Richard Healy, parade chairman and commander of the Joint Veterans Council last year.
Following the .75-mile parade, there will be a ceremony at Lakewood Park Cemetery, where guest speakers will be on-hand.
Also, a wreath will be laid at the cemetery’s flagpole, followed by a 21-gun salute.
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