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REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.
Welcome to the NY0353P - Polly Cooper Chapter, NSDAR's Wreaths Across America Page.
On December 14, 2024 (See location pages for ceremony and wreath placement details), NY0353P - Polly Cooper Chapter, NSDAR is proud to support Wreaths Across America at the historic cemeteries of Bedford, New York to Remember and Honor our veterans by laying Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes.
Please help us honor and remember as many fallen heroes as possible by sponsoring remembrance wreaths, volunteering on Wreaths Day, or inviting your family and friends to attend with you.
Thank you so much for supporting the NY0353P - Polly Cooper Chapter, NSDAR and Wreaths Across America!
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In Honor Of
by Sandra Roberti for Robert Louis Reggio, Air Force, Honored by Old Burial Grounds
Robert Louis Reggio
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In Memoriam
by Gina Arena for James Arena, Jr., Navy, Honored by Bedford Union Cemetery
Wreaths Across America was a very special group to our dearly departed dad, grandfather, brother. We are thankful for your service to our US Navy, and your love of country will always be recognized within your children and grandchildren. We miss you dearly dad, and we are so thankful for your guidance and your example of what it means to love your country. Thank you for defending our freedoms. We love you.
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Location Information
Old Post Road
Bedford, NY 10506, United States
Click here for the Old Burial Grounds Page
Directions to Cemetery
Navigation systems do an adequate job finding the cemetery. When you arrive, please follow the people and signs to the site of the ceremony itself. Parking is available at the Catholic Church or the north end of the Village Green.
Parking Instructions
There is plenty of parking across from the cemetery,, so feel free to park in any available spot. If spots are full there is parking on the street.Ceremony and Volunteer Information
We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at Old Bedford Burial Ground. Please do not forget to register to volunteer! That way you will get all updates about the cemetery itself.
Here are some things to remember about the ceremony:
- Everyone of all ages and backgrounds is welcome.
- Please help ensure that all participants get the opportunity to place a wreath.
- Please follow the location coordinators instructions on where to place wreaths, as well as "how" they should be placed.
- We especially appreciate volunteers willing to help clean-up. Please check in with the location coordinator if you are interested in helping with the clean-up.
- Wear a mask and maintain social distancing
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
NYOBCB - Old Burial Grounds
Welcome to Old Burying Ground and thank you deeply for helping us with our goal to honor as many veterans as possible on Wreaths Across America Day, December 18 at 0900. Please click "View" to learn more about our effort or to volunteer to help or click "Sponsor" to purchase wreaths that will be laid on the graves of our fallen heroes by our loyal volunteers.Thank you to Polly Cooper Chapter, NSDAR for their continued support and generosity
NYBUCB - Bedford Union Cemetery
Welcome to NYBUCB - Bedford Union Cemetery and thank you deeply for helping us with our goal to honor as many veterans as possible on Wreaths Across America Day, December 14, 2024 (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony). Please click "View" to learn more about our effort or to volunteer to help or click "Sponsor" to purchase wreaths that will be laid on the graves of our fallen heroes by our loyal volunteers.
