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REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.
The Francis E. Hamilton VFW Post and Auxiliary: Honoring Our Heroes
The Francis E. Hamilton VFW Post and Auxiliary 4938 is proud to be an integral part of Edmond, Oklahoma’s veteran community. As the oldest and only organization dedicated to combat veterans and their families in Edmond, we have a deep responsibility to ensure that the sacrifices made by our nation’s heroes are never forgotten.
Each year, we come together to honor and remember the veterans laid to rest at Gracelawn Cemetery through the Wreaths Across America program. This event holds profound meaning for us as veterans, family members, and community leaders. It serves as a tangible reminder of the service and sacrifices made by those who fought for our freedoms.
Being involved with Wreaths Across America allows us to show our gratitude, not only by laying wreaths on veterans' graves but by sharing the important message of Remember, Honor, Teach. Our mission goes beyond just the wreaths; it is about instilling in our community the importance of honoring those who served and passing down this tradition of respect to future generations.
For the Francis E. Hamilton VFW Post and Auxiliary, this event is a way for us to give back to the men and women who gave everything for our country. It strengthens the bond we share with our fellow veterans, their families, and the broader Edmond community. By participating in Wreaths Across America, we fulfill our mission to Remember those who served, Honor their sacrifices, and Teach others about the true cost of freedom.
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“I felt like it was something that I owed to the veterans who have come before us, especially the ones that have paid the ultimate price for our freedoms."
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In Memoriam
by VFW Auxiliary To District 9 for AJ "Rock" Hudson, Honored by Gracelawn Cemetery
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In Memoriam
by VFW Auxiliary To District 9 for Lloyd R. Payne, Honored by Gracelawn Cemetery
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Location Information
1407 North Blvd
Edmond, OK 73003, United States
Click here for the Gracelawn Cemetery Page
Directions to Cemetery
Physical address Gracelawn Cemetery
1407 North Blvd
Edmond, OK
Navigation systems do an adequate job finding the cemetery. Use Gracelawn Cemetery as the site destination. When you arrive, please follow the people and signs to the site of the ceremony itself.
Parking Instructions
There is parking available inside Gracelawn Cemetery for the event, but please note that it is not in a traditional parking lot. Instead, parking will be available alongside the rows within the cemetery.
Ceremony and Volunteer Information
We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at Gracelawn 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 help Wreaths achieve our mission to remember, honor and teach.
Our Locations
OKGLCE - Gracelawn Cemetery
As Edmond's oldest and only organization for combat veterans and their families, the Francis E. Hamilton VFW Post and Auxiliary 4938 is deeply committed to preserving the memory of those who served. Each year, we come together to ensure that no veteran's sacrifice is forgotten through the Wreaths Across America program at Gracelawn Cemetery.This event holds a special place in our hearts as it allows us to show our gratitude, respect, and remembrance for the heroes who defended our freedoms. By sponsoring a wreath, you are helping us honor our local veterans—our neighbors, friends, and family—and continue the mission of Remember, Honor, Teach.
