By Voice & Viewpoint Staff
Greenwood Memorial Park in Mount Hope hosted its annual Wreaths Across America ceremony, a heartfelt event dedicated to remembering the fallen and honoring those who have served this holiday season.
This is Greenwood’s tenth year hosting the Wreaths Across America event. Emceed by Dee Sanford, Greenwood’s co-location coordinator, the occasion brought together over a hundred community members, JROTC, veterans, volunteers, and leaders to lay wreaths and pay tribute to the ten thousand veterans and families laid to rest at the Mount Hope site.
“The true measure of a community’s greatness lies not only in how we take care of our veterans while they’re with us, but more importantly, how we remember and honor their sacrifices once they are no longer with us. Today’s event, with its diversity of attendees, sends a powerful message to every military member in San Diego,” said CAPT Laurie Scott, USN Commanding Officer.
The event was joined by over 2 million volunteers across the country laying wreaths in veteran memorial parks. Other participating sites in San Diego include Miramar National Cemetery and Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery.
Mayor Todd Gloria and District 4 Councilmember Henry Foster were in attendance and gave remarks to audience members.
“It is an act of dedication that shines a light on our heroes who are so worthy of honor. I also want to honor and give my condolences to all our military families who have loved ones resting here at Greenwood,” said Councilmember Foster.
Ceremonial wreath presenters included representatives from the Army, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Buffalo Soldiers.
