Harbor Hills Honors Veterans By Nikki Hoffman

Veterans Day was designed to mark the end of World War I. The armistice with Germany went into effect on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. Friend and neighbor Giac Modica, Colonel, US Army (Ret.), reminds us that on this day, “Americans will gather, put aside their often acrimonious and politically divisive views, to say thank you and together honor the men and women of all the military services who have served or are actively serving our country.”

On Veterans Day, the residents of Harbor Hills gather for a tribute to our veterans here and abroad. Neighbors meet at our Memorial Park overlooking the beautiful 16th green at 11 a.m. Steve Stephens, a retired United States Marine Corps sergeant, represents all military services when he brings our National Colors down the hill. Steve will present our American flag to salute and recite the Pledge of Allegiance. A brief program celebrating all veterans will be followed by a special recognition of veterans living in our community. “Our service members come from all walks of life,” Colonel Modica explains, “but each has the basic qualities that exemplify the character of our Armed Forces: courage, selflessness, and dedication to duty.”

A kaleidoscope of names and military emblems is engraved on the bricks surrounding our memorial. Funds from brick sales pay for park maintenance. To purchase an engraved brick, contact Shirle Mabie at shirlemabie@gmail.com.

The last day to donate money or cookies for the Treat the Troops program is November 11. Contact Roseann Cochran at rcochran479@gmail.com for information.