The dedication ceremony provided a moment of gratitude and remembrance, reflecting on the tremendous sacrifices made during the crisis and acknowledging the deep loss experienced by so many families.
“Our intent for this COVID-19 memorial is to provide a space for all in the community to remember those that we lost and to honor those who sacrificed so much during the response. We hope it provides a measure of peace, acceptance, and resolution to those affected,” said Steuben County Public Health Director Darlene Smith.
The plaque stands as a lasting tribute to the collective efforts of the county's healthcare professionals, emergency workers, and other essential personnel who responded to the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic, and to the individuals and families whose lives were forever changed by the virus.
