Hundreds packed the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West Saturday morning to thank those veterans who have passed on. Parking was at a premium and latecomers parked on Fort Campbell Boulevard for the annual Wreaths Across America Ceremony. KVCW Administrative Branch Manager, Kim Ebeling says having so many people come back after the last few years and Covid was a blessing.
Fort Campbell Garrison Commander, Colonel Andrew Jordan acknowledged Ms. Hazel and the growth of the program over the years.
click to download audioGold Star Families have raised over $300,000 during that time to pay for wreaths at the cemetery. He says Wreaths Across America is a chance to honor and remember.
click to download audioVolunteers were encouraged to read the names on the tombstones and take a moment to thank the service member before laying the wreath.
