Sharon honors fallen service members

Sharon honors fallen service members

Veterans of the armed forces prepare a large flag to be raised in Sharon May 26.

Mia Barnes

SHARON — On Monday morning at 9:30 a.m., Sharon residents took to Main Street in their best red, white and blue outfits to mark Memorial Day.

The parade route began from Sharon Center School, snaked down Main Street and ended across from the clocktower at the Veterans’ Memorial. Veterans in uniform marched at the front of the procession while the rest followed behind in antique cars.

Following the antique cars was the school band led by Ryan Minollti. Behind them, members of Sharon Playhouse proceeded with enthusiastic energy, holding a sign that read “Create community together.”

Young children rode their bicycles covered in various red, white and blue decor.

The Sharon Fire Department and EMS were the tail of the parade, driving in their respective vehicles. Watching from both sides of the street, community members erupted in cheer at the sight of paradegoers.

Following the procession, Bob Loucks addressed the crowd at the Veterans Memorial. Brain Kenny served as the chaplain for the second year in a row and Jim Hutchison, who is known by locals for his work at Sharon Hospital since 1993, was the guest speaker.

Hutchison spoke with pride and sincerity when outlining the mental health crisis that directly impacts Veterans and the need for community support in upholding organizations like the VFW and American Legion.

After raising the ceremonial flag, the school chorus led the crowd in the singing of the National Anthem. Loucks read the names of Veterans who had died in the last year and placed the Memorial Day wreath.

The service ended with an honor to the dead with three fires to the sky, a playing of “Taps” and a moment of silence.

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