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REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.

Welcome to the Friends of WAA-IGNC's Wreaths Across America Page.

On Saturday, January 20, 2024, at 0900 we will be removing and recycling the wreaths placed on our Heroes' graves. Volunteers wishing to help need to dress according to the weather. We will meet at the memorial at 0845 for a short briefing before getting started. Remember to bring a pair or 2 of gloves to help keep your hands warm and clean. To help move the wreaths from the grave sites to the road's edge, you may use snow shovels, brooms, broom handles for 2-man carry, plastic sleds, tarps, etc. (as long as your mode of transport of the wreaths does NOT leave imprints in the grass).

If you have and are able to bring a low bodied dump truck or a dump trailer, that will be greatly appreciated. If you are bringing a dump trailer, the trailer should be attached to a 4-wheel drive vehicle as it tends to get very muddy at the dump site.

****PARKING****

Parking for wreath clean-up will be at the parking lot across from Columbariums A & B. We would like all volunteers removing wreaths to park here so that we keep the roads clear for the trucks and trailers. Some of these drivers may not be as experienced as others. We just want to prevent any issues from arising. Dump trucks and trucks with dump trailers should line up behind Toyman's truck located at section 39. Drivers, please make sure you see Toyman and give him your information.


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In Memory Of for Charles D. Pidich Sr., United States Military, Born 10/16/36, Passed On 07/03/99, Honored by Indiantown Gap National Cemetery

Corporal Charles D. Pidich, USMCThank you for your service and you are greatly missed.

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In Memory Of for John Semick, United States Military, Born 06/21/22, Passed On 11/02/86, Honored by Indiantown Gap National Cemetery

“We love and miss you Dad and Mom Your children - Dan, Vic, and Janet”

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Location Information

PAIGNA - Indiantown Gap National Cemetery
484 Indiantown Gap Road
Annville, PA 17003, United States
Click here for the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery Page

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December 14, 2024 at 12:00 pm (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony)

David Klimas, Sallie Sandler

Directions to Cemetery

Ceremony Day Attendance and Parking

There is very limited parking on the Cemetery for ONLY Handicapped with approved placard, VIPs and Ceremony Participants.

FREE Parking and shuttle service will be available at the Ingram Micro, 80 Micro Drive, Jonestown, PA and MSC, 100 MSC Drive, Jonestown, PA parking lots off of I-81, Exit 90.
Shuttle service to the IGNC Cemetery will begin at 10:00 AM on December 17, 2022, and continue throughout the day. There is return bus service to the same two parking lots for all volunteers.

Handicap and Program Volunteers  who do not make parking on the Cemetery must park at the Memorial Lake State Park, where there  will be a shuttle bus for these individuals. Follow signs off of I-81, Exit 85B.

Dress Warm and for the weather, and wear comfortable walking shoes.   All activities are outside.

 


Parking Instructions

There is no parking on Fort Indiantown Gap Military Post.    Please do not park on Post, as your vehicle may be towed.
There is very limited parking for H-cap, VIPs and Ceremony Participants on the Cemetery.   

H-cap and Ceremony Participants overflow will be at Memorial State Park.  A shuttle bus will bring participants only on a 9:45 am run to the Cemetery, and then regular shuttle runs will begin at 10.

All other folks coming out must park at Ingram Micro or MSC, off of Interstate 81, Exit 90.   Please watch for signs and uniformed folks directing traffic.    Free shuttle bus transportation is provided from 10 am until all volunteers are returned to their vehicles.

Private buses may enter through Biddle Drive, from Fisher Avenue and drop off volunteers, but must park the bus at Ingram Micro and catch a shuttle back to the Cemetery for the Ceremony and wreath laying.



Ceremony and Volunteer Information

We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. Please do not forget to register to volunteer! That way you will get all updates about the cemetery itself.

TO ATTEND OUR WAA CEREMONY:    come early, follow WAA Event Signs and instruction. There is NO parking on Fort Indiantown Gap. FREE Parking and shuttle service will be available at the Ingram Micro, 80 Micro Drive, Jonestown, PA and MSC, 100 MSC Drive, Jonestown, PA parking lots off of I-81, Exit 90.    

Shuttle service to the IGNC Cemetery will begin at 10:00 AM on December 14, 2024 (See location pages for ceremony and wreath placement details), and continue throughout the day. There is return bus service to the same two parking lots for all volunteers. Handicap and Program Volunteers have very limited parking at the Cemetery.
Handicapped Parking and Ceremony Volunteers Only - There will be a shuttle bus from Memorial Lake State Park for these individuals. Follow signs off of I-81, Exit 85B.

The most important thing to remember is to have a wonderful experience participating in the ceremony and thank you so much for help Wreaths achieve our mission to remember, honor and teach.

Our Locations

PAIGNA - Indiantown Gap National Cemetery

Welcome to Friends of Wreaths Across America - IGNC. Join us as we work to place a live balsam wreath as we say the name of every veteran interred at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. Thank you for your generous continued support. Follow our Facebook page for any latest information and events https://www.facebook.com/WAAIGNCPA For more details, please call (717) 219-7010.This year's ceremony will be on Saturday, December 14th at 12 pm.Parking for this event will be at 80 Micro Dr. Jonestown, Pa. 17038 or at 100 MSC Dr. Jonestown, Pa. 17038. Transportation will be available to take you to the cemetery and to return you to the parking areas.

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Country Beverage Inc. (PA0407 - Friends of WAA IGNC)

Welcome to my personal fundraising page for Wreaths Across America. I am working hard to support Friends of WAA IGNC and Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in our joint effort to fulfill WAA's mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach. Please click "View" to learn more about me and my effort and to help me cover as many graves on Wreaths Across America day, December 14, 2024 (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony) at 12:00 PM.