Boots on the Ground display recognizes each person from Clay County who lost their lives during military service.
Active service member Reid Woody receives recognition for his family's service from Betty Bradley and Post Commander John Clodfelter.
Former Post Commander Bob Bond explains the meaning of each item on the POW/MIA Table.
Phil Cantley and Rondal Brown begin the flag folding ceremony at the Memorial Day Service.
Betty Bradley and Post Commander John Clodfelter presents an award to veteran Jim Ledford who spent 30 years in the military.
Joe Buckner explains the meaning of each fold of the flag.
VFW Auxiliary President Helen Davis and American Legion Auxiliary President Teresa McClure place the wreaths.
Hayesville High School students read the names and ring the bell for each Clay County service member lost.
Retired Captain Tommy Jarrett presents the keynote message.
By Sally Brock
Guest Writer
Clay Countians and visitors gathered on Memorial Day to honor military personnel who have lost their lives during their service to our country.
The celebration presented by VFW Post 6812 and American Legion Post 532 was a moving tribute honoring all those lost and specifically recognizing Clay County military members lost during their service.
The program was moved indoors to the Black and Gold Center due to the inclement weather. A packed crowd appreciated the respectful and dignified ceremony. Clay County native and Retired Captain Tommy Jarrett presented the keynote address where he addressed military loss on both a personal level and a united perspective.
The local VFW and the American Legion members and Hayesville High School students presented a very memorable Memorial Day program.
