San Marcos remembers those lost on Memorial Day
It was a sweltering hot Memorial Day this year, but that did not stop numerous locals from honoring fallen heroes at the Hays County Veterans Memorial located at the corner of Hopkins Street and Riverside Drive; though many ceremony programs doubled as handheld fans out of necessity. The Master of Ceremonies was David Franklin, a U.S. Navy Veteran, and the service included music by the Aquarena Springs Symphonic Band. The National Anthem was sung by Kiera Hinton, a junior soloist for the San Marcos High School choir, and Girl Scout Troop 1098 led the pledge of allegiance. The posting of the colors was done by San Marcos High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps.
“Thank you for joining us here at the Hays County Veterans Memorial as we pay tribute to those who paid the ultimate price while fighting for our country,” said San Marcos Mayor Jane Hughson. “Memorial Day is a day of remembrance, a day to reflect upon the sacrifices of the men and women who have given their lives to protect our country and our freedom. It’s also a day to remember the sacrifices of the countless courageous wives, husbands, mothers, fathers, children and other family who are left behind.”
