Florence's Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony Set for May 26th
Memorial Day Event in Florence, Kentucky: A Tribute to Councilmember David A. Osborne and Military Personnel
The City of Florence, Kentucky is set to host a special Memorial Day event on May 26, 2023. This year's ceremony, dedicated to the memory of Councilmember David A. Osborne, promises to be a poignant and meaningful tribute.
The event will commence with a Memorial Day Parade, starting at 10 a.m. The parade route will take participants along Burlington Pike and Ewing Boulevard, culminating at the Florence Government Center. Road closures along the parade route will begin at 9:45 a.m. and last until the parade concludes.
Following the parade, there will be an annual Memorial Day Ceremony at 11:30 a.m. The ceremony will take place at the Boone County Veterans Memorial at the Florence Government Center campus. The speaker for the memorial address is yet to be specified in the available information.
Florence Assistant Fire/EMS Chief Ryan Born will perform a special rendition of the National Anthem, while the Florence Community Band and Chorus will perform patriotic music during the event.
Councilmember David A. Osborne's life of service to the community reflects the spirit of sacrifice and commitment that the event aims to honour. The ceremony will also recognise the sacrifice and commitment of military personnel, with the city paying tribute to those who have served in the United States military.
The address of the ceremony location is 810 Ewing Boulevard, Florence, Kentucky. The community is invited to attend and pay their respects to those who have served and sacrificed for our country.
Let us come together on May 26 to honour our fallen heroes and remember the sacrifices made for our freedom.