Wreath Program History
Purchase and Placement of Wreaths Each December
The annual "Wreath Laying Ceremony" is held on the second Saturday in December of each year. The Ceremony includes the UAW Veterans Freedom truck and motorcycle display, presentation of the colors, a military band, the Honor Guard, and distinguished guest speakers. Family members are invited to lay wreaths first followed by all others who wish to participate. The wreaths are provided by generous donations from individuals, corporations, and organizations throughout the year.
Three hundred and fifty wreaths were laid in the first ceremony on December 14th, 2013. On December 16th, 2023, friends and family laid more 1,728 wreaths for the 11th Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony.
This year's Wreath Laying Ceremony will take place on Saturday, December 14th, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. Each year the number of gravesites increases placing greater demands on the Committee's fundraising goals. With continued generous support from the public it's our goal to continue the wreath laying in the coming years.
"The wreaths are made of live interlocking branches and are a tradition dating back to 3rd Century B.C. Greece. They are a symbol of strength, victory, and eternal life."
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Your generous contributions will enable us to sustain this program to honor every interred veteran or family member.
