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Amarillo Memorial Day ceremonies
Posted: 05.28.2012 at 8:50 AM
Lindsey Stiner

Lindsey Stiner is a news anchor and reporter with Pronews 7.

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AMARILLO, TEXAS -- In observance of Memorial Day, which is Monday, several ceremonies will be taking place to remember those who have laid down their life for our freedom.

Llano Cemetery will have a ceremony starting at 10:00 a.m. It's located near I-27 and 34th Street.

An avenue of flags will mark the way to the veteran section, where there will be a wreath laying, flyover and other special events to commemorate the day.

The Texas Panhandle War Memorial will have it's ceremony starting at 11:00 a.m. It's located near I-27 and the Randall Annex building off Georgia Street.

Amarillo Mayor Paul Harpole will be the speaker. A flyover will also take place at this ceremony, as well as, the singing of the National Anthem.

Then at the Memory Gardens Cemetery, their ceremony will take place at 2:45 p.m. It's located near I-27 and McCormick Road.

The ceremony will also have several speakers, music and a moment of silence to remember our brave men and women.

The public is invited to attend all ceremonies.

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