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Elgin lived most of his life in New Jersey, having graduated in 1967 from North Bergen High School. He served in the Navy for 4 years and was honorably discharged as Petty Officer Third Class. He worked as a taper and was a member of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, Local Union 1976. Upon retirement he moved to Naples, FL where he enjoyed playing cards, riding his bike and hosting visitors.
His friends and family lovingly called him Big Guy. It was a fitting nickname because everything about him was big, including his love and his heart. He kept in touch with his family daily and would always make them laugh. He also liked to keep up on world politics and would post memes on social media every morning. He was a huge New York Giants football team fan and won the family fantasy football league in 2020.
Remember. Honor. Teach. Please click the red “Sponsor” button to purchase wreaths to be placed on veterans graves on National Wreaths Across America Day at a participating cemetery . Also, if you would like to Volunteer to participate in the wreath laying ceremony, please click the “Volunteer” button or click the "Invite" button to invite your family and friends to attend Wreaths Day with you.
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The America I Remember
Written by Cathy Pagano
The Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit Heads Northeast this month
This unique museum on wheels is free to the community and helps honor local veterans.
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Location Information
4 Point St
Columbia Falls, ME 04623, United States
Click here for the Wreaths Across America 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 Instructions
There is plenty of parking at this cemetery, so feel free to park in any available spot.Ceremony and Volunteer Information
We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at a participating 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
NAGVRW - Wreaths Across America
Welcome to NAGVRW - Wreaths Across America and thank you deeply for helping us with our goal to honor as many veterans as possible on Wreaths Across America Day, National Wreaths Across America Day. 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.
TXFSHS - Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
Welcome to TXFSHS - Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery and thank you deeply for helping us with our goal to honor as many veterans as possible on Wreaths Across America Day, December 16, 2023 (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.
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