Memorial Day Program Scheduled for Monday, May 27

May 13, 2024 (PEORIA, IL) As Memorial Day approaches, the Peoria Memorial Day Committee would like to invite the public to its annual Memorial Day program scheduled for Monday, May 27, at the Gateway Building on Peoria's Riverfront. This annual program honors and remembers the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives in service to our nation. A musical interlude by the Peoria Municipal Band, under the direction of Dr. David Vroman with featured singer Lee Wenger, will begin at 10:30 a.m., followed by a program that will begin at 11 a.m. Chairs and water will be provided.

Featured speakers include Luke Rosenbohm, President of the Greater Peoria Honor Flight, and keynote speaker, Brigadier General USAF William "Robbie" Robertson (Ret). The program will also feature members of the 182nd Airlift Wing and the American Legion Peoria Post 2 Rifle Squad under the direction of Commander James Ulrich.

Second-District Councilman, Charles V. Grayeb, who serves on the committee and will act as emcee for the event, s said, "This Memorial Day program serves as a reminder of the selflessness and courage exhibited by our servicemen and women, and we encourage all members of the community to join us in honoring their memory."

Participating organizations include Peoria American Legion Post 2, Peoria Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 814, Peoria Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, The Marine Corps League of Peoria, The Peoria Navy Club Ship 34, American Legion Post 979 in Bartonville, and the South-West Kiwanis Club.