March 28, 2024

American Legion Thanks You

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Over the past two weekends, we at American Legion Riverside Post 10 have held several events to honor those that paid the Ultimate Sacrifice in defense of liberty and freedom. Because of their sacrifice, we live in the greatest country in the world. The events we held included replacing of flags at Gates of Heaven Cemetery on Wampanoag Trail in Riverside and of course the Memorial Day parade, also in Riverside. However, the ranks of our membership at Post 10 are growing thin and the success of these events could not be possible without the assistance of the organizations and individuals listed below.

The Rumford Lions, East Providence Lions, BSA Narragansett Council Troop 4, State Representative Gregg Amore and daughter Tess Amore of the Townie Volunteer Corps and RI Hobby Ambassador, Maria Drysdale, Scott Spelman, Dr. Isadore Ramos, Susan Reed, Sara Grenon, Nicholas Roy, and others who contributed in other ways. I apologize if we left any names out; it is certainly not out of a lack of appreciation, but ignorance. We cannot express how grateful we are to all who assisted in replacing flags to honor our war dead.

Also, we want to take the time to those who assisted us with the Memorial Day Parade. “The Bovie’s Tavern Crew” led by Ralph Ezovski, who helped to setup, cook and serve 500 hot dogs for the parade participants. You all did an awesome job as always. We would like to thank the City of East Providence for preparing the parade route the week prior. Thank you to the “Thin Blue Line” of East Providence who helped to block traffic and clear the way for the parade participants to step off and march safely and without a hitch. The EPPD Color Guard was sharp as always. A big thank you goes out to BSA Narragansett Council Troop 55 for volunteering to carry service flags for American Legion Post 10. The Troop also clean the grounds and mowed the lawn in preparation for the weekend. They truly made a big impact. The East Providence Fire Department as always, put on a great show with their color guard and fire trucks. A true joy to all the little children and big children as well. Finally, a big thank you to all who marched and spectators who came out to help the American Legion honor and pay respects to those who gave the Ultimate Sacrifice.

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