Since their dedications, Georgia’s veteran memorial cemeteries in Glennville and Milledgeville have held annual remembrance ceremonies in honor of Georgia’s fallen sons and daughters.

On Monday, May 26, 2025, Georgia’s state veteran memorial cemeteries will uphold their longstanding tradition of hosting public Memorial Day ceremonies, paying tribute to the dedication and sacrifice of the state’s military service members and veterans. 

In Glennville, cemetery director Ernie Cowart will preside over the 18th annual Memorial Day Ceremony, supported by Fort Stewart’s 3rd Infantry Division and local officials, including state Representative Bill Werkheiser and Bernie Weaver, the mayor of Glennville. Lieutenant Colonel Peter J. Wetterauer will serve as the keynote speaker for the event.

The ceremony begins at 11:30 a.m. Members of local Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8379 will close the ceremony with a flag raising in honor of all of Georgia’s fallen service members. After the ceremony, the public is encouraged to explore the cemetery grounds, pay respects to loved ones, and reflect on the service of those laid to rest there.

In Milledgeville, the morning’s ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. program. Hosted by cemetery director Linda Lavender, this year’s ceremony will feature keynote remarks from GDVS Women and Minority Veterans Coordinator Veda Brooks. Members of the local Knights of Columbus chapter will also join the ceremony and assist in leading the Pledge of Allegiance. 

Members of the John Milledge Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution will provide a 21-gun salute using muskets in honor of Georgia’s military service members lost over the last year.

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