In photo - John Riley, far right, commands the Wellsville American Legion Honor Guard at a Veteran’s Day Service in Veteran’s Memorial Park Wednesday.
Nearly two dozen people huddled under umbrellas to listen to the brief speeches made by officials. Legion Commander Brent Roberts said, “We decided to hold the event in the rain because our servicemen and woman don’t stop fighting because it’s raining or snowing.”
Roberts led off his Veteran’s Day remarks with, “There is a lot of uncertainty in our world today though one thing for certain is our military is ready to defend the United States of America. On Veteran's Day we honor every man and woman who's ever worn the uniform of our nation, those who selflessly secured America's promise throughout our history.”
Roberts further noted that today, Veteran’s Day 2020, would be the last time, Honor Guard Caller, John Riley, former Legion Commander, would be commanding the Honor Guard.
“John (Riley) has been member has been a member of our honor guard since joining the Legion back in the 70s. He's been in charge of calling the command since 1986. I'm guessing he’s helped with over 1,000 funeral services. Today will be his last day as being our full-time command caller. He still plans on being an active honor guard member. I would personally like to say thank you to John Riley.”
Wellsville’s Veterans Day service concluded with the rising and lowering of the flag to half-staff, a 21-gun salute and a bugler playing Taps.
