Veterans Memorial Park Dedication Ceremony
View the Full Veterans Memorial Park Dedication Ceremony Recording here:

The Veterans Memorial Park was built as an outdoor gathering place for veterans, military members, families, and community members to celebrate, recognize, remember, and honor the lives of those who are serving or have served in the United States Military.

The Veterans Memorial Park was officially dedicated on Saturday, September 11th, 2021.

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Event Schedule

WELCOME
General Al Palmer

INVOCATION
Monsignor Brian Donahue

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATION OF COLORS
NATIONAL ANTHEM
UND ROTC Color Guard & Veterans

ARMED FORCES MEDLEY

HISTORY OF PARK & 9/11 REMEMBRANCE
General Al Palmer

DISTINGUISHED GUESTS & SPEAKERS
Mayor Brandon Bochenski
ND TAG MG Al Dorhmann
319 Wing Commander Col Timothy Curry
UND President Andrew Armacost

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RIBBON CUTTING
Anna Walker | WWII – Army
Suzanne Kime | Korea – Navy
William Lembke | Vietnam – Marines
Jerry Johnson | Vietnam – Coast Guard
Jay Bignornia | OEF – Air Force
Casey Hillebrand | OIF – Army

BENEDICTION
Monsignor Brian Donahue

RIFLE SALUTE
UND ROTC

TAPS & GRAND FINALE

 

Thanks to our Sign Language Interpreter,
Cathy Obregon

COVID-19 Safety Precautions

  • If you are not feeling well, please refrain from attending. This event will be live streamed. You can find a link to the live stream here >
  • If you have not been fully vaccinated, it is recommended that you wear a face mask.
  • We appreciate your understanding and assistance in making this event safe for all attendees.
Event Parking & Shuttle Service
PARKING MAP
Veterans Memorial Park Location
Thanks to our event sponsors!
  • Daughter of the American Revolution
  • Gate City Bank
  • HB Sound & Light
  • Dietrich Bus Service
  • GF Police Department
Thanks to our event volunteers!
  • VFW
  • DAV
  • Legion
  • Boy Scouts
  • UND ROTC
  • DAR