Reminder From The Town Of East Haven:

Once again this year on Memorial Day, May 26, the East Haven Veteran’s Council in conjunction with Mayor Joseph Maturo, Jr. will honor all those who made the ultimate sacrifice. As Memorial Day remains a day when we remember and honor those veterans who lost their lives fighting for our great nation, The Town of East Haven will continue the tradition of honoring the war dead with ceremonies of a reflective tone.

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In addition to Mayor Maturo, other Honored Veterans and Dignities, taking part in this year’s ceremonies will be Lieutenant General Raymond P. Palumbo, Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Intelligence) for Warfighter support.

The ceremonies & remembrances will feature a procession from the American Legion Post 89 on Thompson Avenue to the East Haven Green. The procession is scheduled to step off at 11:30am, Monday May 26th, Memorial Day. Club Corvette of CT will be providing vehicles for veterans who choose to ride, through their “Vets in Vettes” program. The award winning East Haven High School Band will provide a program of patriotic music beginning at 11:30am at the gazebo on the Green.

Following remarks, the Veterans, Color Guard and guests will proceed to the War Monuments and “Honors” will be rendered. All are invited back to Post 89 for refreshments following the ceremonies.