Memorial Day 2019 Commemoration In Chester Next Weekend

CHESTER, NJ — Chester Borough is holding their annual Memorial Day Commemoration on Monday, May 27 at Maysey Memorial.

The commemoration will begin at 11 a.m. at Maysey Memorial/Memorial Park in the center of town. Mayor Janet Hoven will act as the Master of Ceremonies, and members of the American Legion Post 342 Chester, and Mayor Marcia Asdal from Chester Township will speak. A procession will travel along Main Street.

According to the Recreation Department:

The West Morris Community Band under the direction of Gary Quam will provide music for the event along with vocal soloist & Chester resident, Mary Bolio. Our own Chester Volunteer Fire Company #1, Chester Police, and Chester Volunteer First Aid Squad will be present to honor our veterans, along with local scout troops sporting color guard and full uniform attire. Members of the American Legion will perform the ceremonious Laying of the Wreaths and Roll Call of Chester Fallen Soldiers.

Anyone who has served is invited to walk in the procession. Those interested in walking should gather at the Gazebo on Main Street at 10:45 a.m.