Photo Courtesy of Joann Ariola
City Council candidate and Howard Beach Lindenwood Civic President Joann Ariola says a prayer on Monday at the war memorial in Coleman Square.
By Michael V. Cusenza
Borough communities helped mark Memorial Day 2021 with ceremonies across Queens to commemorate the supreme sacrifice made by American soldiers.
Photo Courtesy of Councilman Holden
Holden participated in several Memorial Day ceremonies, including this one in Maspeth.
“Our flags fly high on Cross Bay Boulevard and throughout Howard Beach because of the sacrifices of so many of our men and women in uniform,” the Howard Beach Lindenwood Civic wrote on Facebook. “We all get to celebrate on this long weekend because they gave all for us.”
Photo Courtesy of DA Katz’s Office
On Thursday, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz (third from l.) led her annual Memorial Day Observance Ceremony at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Elmhurst Park.
“We remember all those who lost their lives while protecting our freedom in the armed services, today and every day,” Councilman Bob Holden (D-Middle Village) added.
Photo Courtesy of Councilman Holden
A borough daughter marks the solemn occasion with her military hero dad in Glendale.
“This Memorial Day, we acknowledge and thank those men and women who displayed great courage making the ultimate sacrifice while serving in our military. Thank you to all our veterans! #EveryDayIsVeteransDay,” State Sen. Joe Addabbo, Jr. (D-Howard Beach) wrote on Twitter.
Congresswoman Grace Meng (D-Flushing) echoed Addabbo’s sentiment.
Photo Courtesy of Councilman Holden
Woodhaven’s Ed Wendell and company decorated Forest Park trees with the Red, White, and Blue.
“On #MemorialDay, please join me in remembering the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom. We must honor their sacrifice not just once a year, but each and every day,” she wrote.
