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Wreaths Across America Presents Annual REMEMBER Award to Robert “Bob” Freeman of North Carolina
On Monday, June 23, national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) recognized Robert “Bob” Freeman of Gastonia, North Carolina, as the ninth recipient of the organization’s REMEMBER Award. This award is given annually to an individual or group who Remembers the fallen and their sacrifice in a way that goes above and beyond.
From Coast-to-Coast Patriots are Remembered and Honored
"The DAR mission is historic preservation, education, and patriotism, and that works so nicely with remember, honor and teach."
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In Memoriam for George J. C. Heller, Navy, Honored by Bowsers Cemetery
(1884-1963) My grandfather (Pop) joined the Navy in 1906 and was a part of Pres. Teddy Roosevelt's deployment of the U.S. Fleet around the world which established the U.S. as a major world power. Pop served in WWI, and retired in 1927 as a Chief Petty Officer. He remained 10 years in the Fleet Reserve, and 5 times during WWII, he was called to stand by for possible service and was eager to serve. With Love, Janet Beaty Locher and the Beaty grandchildren
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In Memoriam for Miles Norman Gibbs, Honored by Bowsers Cemetery
I honor your service. With love, Jane Rennison Gibbs
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Location Information
Veterans Park at 16700 Veterans Dr
New Freedom, PA 17349, United States
Directions to Cemetery
After attending the VFW Ceremony at the Veterans Park in New Freedom, please place wreaths at one of the following cemeteries:
- New Freedom Cemetery (Off Campbell Road & George Street) - There is limited parking inside that cemetery. We suggest parking on George St. if you choose to drive over to the cemetery instead of parking at the Veterans Park)
- St. John the Baptist Cemetery (315 N. Constitution Ave., New Freedom, PA)
- Bethlehem Steltz Reformed Church (5890 Steltz Road, Glen Rock, PA – going out of New Freedom west on Rt. 851)
- Christ Lutheran Church Cemetery (South Highland Road, Shrewsbury, PA)
- Joseph Giesey Memorial Cemetery (South Highland Road, Shrewsbury, PA)
Parking Instructions
There is plenty of parking at the New Freedom Veterans Park but limited parking at the New Freedom Cemetery. For able bodied persons, it is a short walking distance from the Veterans Park to that cemetery, or park on George St. There is plenty of parking at the other cemeteries that we are supporting.Ceremony and Volunteer Information
We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at Bowsers Cemetery. 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.
The most important thing to remember is to have a wonderful experience participating in the ceremony and thank you so much for helping Wreaths achieve our mission to remember, honor and teach.
Local Groups Supporting Us
PA0484 - VFW Post 7012
Welcome to PA0484 - VFW Post 7012! Our location Sponsorship Group is proud to support New Freedom Cemetery and to help honor and remember as many veterans as possible. Please click "View" to learn more about our effort and then click "Volunteer" to join us for National Wreaths Across America Day. Thank you so much!
