Shelby photo gallery: Memorial Day parade and observances
Here is a look at Memorial Day observances in Shelby that started with a parade in downtown and continued with a special ceremony at Oakland Cemetery on Monday.
Parade photos courtesy of Connie Roub
Shelby’s Memorial Day events — organized by the American Legion, O'Brien Post 326 — included:
— the parade that included veterans, community members, Shelby police and fire and other participants such as the Shelby Whippet Band and Scouts, to name just a few.
The photos below show the arrival at Oakland Cemetery off Gamble Street.
Photos courtesy of Christina Yetzer Drain
Leading up to Memorial Day observances, American flags were placed at Oakland Cemetery.
At the cemetery, a special program was planned to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Special wreath-laying, readings and a volley of shots totaling 21 were planned along with honoring veterans who have passed away in the last year.
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