For the 2nd year in a row, it rained on Westport’s parade.
But a standing-room-only crowd gathered at Town Hall, for a moving ceremony honoring all who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Gathered quietly among them were many some of the many Westporters who served — and still serve — our nation.
We thank them all. We would not be here today without them.
Grand marshal Ed Vebell recounted stories as an illustrator behind World War II enemy lines.
Bill Vornkahl has organized Westport’s Memorial Day celebrations for the past 47 years.
Larry Aasen
Ted Diamond
Leonard Everett Fisher
Bob Satter
Bob Custer
Malcolm Watson
Rick Benson
Buyile Rani
Bill Delgado and Geoff Gillespie (active)