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Photos: Memorial Day in Blowing Rock Park

May 29, 2014. Below are photos from the annual Memorial Day ceremony in Blowing Rock’s Memorial Park.

Dozens turned out for the event to recognize soldiers who sacrificed their lives in war and conflict and those who have served or are currently serving in the military. Col. Bill Parker was the keynote speaker, while American Legion Post #256 Commander Ron Oberle offered an invocation. Jim West also spoke before those gathered.

Photo by Lonnie Webster
Col. Bill Parker – Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
Matt Snyder’s late father was a World War II veteran. Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
Mr. Stone, a World War II veteran, visited Blowing Rock during Memorial Day weekend. Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
In the foreground with his hand up is Mr. A.B. Pearson, a World War II veteran. Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
Col. Bill Parker – Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
Mr. Pretty and Jim Steele – Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
Mr. William Stone – Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster
Photo by Lonnie Webster