Wreaths for Western Reserve Cemetery

04/28/2026

This position is located at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Seville, Ohio.

04/19/2026

Mark your calendars!

04/19/2026

A U.S. Navy diver gently lifts the ashes of Raymond Haerry, one of the last survivors of the USS Arizona, for the final time, before returning him to the very waters he once fought to escape as a young sailor on that fateful morning of December 7, 1941. He survived the flames, the chaos, the unthinkable loss, but a part of him never left. It remained with the 1,177 brothers who perished beneath the harbor, their sacrifice etched forever into the soul of history. For decades, he carried their memory, honoring them not just in words, but in the quiet weight of survival. Now, his watch is over. After a lifetime of remembrance, Raymond Haerry returns, not as a survivor, but as one reunited. No longer bound by the past, he rests among his shipmates at last, where courage was forged and sacrifice made eternal. His journey has come full circle, ending where it began, among heroes.🕊️🇺🇸⚓

We remember.
We honor.
We never forget.

01/07/2026

01/07/2026

Wreath cleanup will be Saturday, January 17 at 9 AM. Parking is available at the cemetery. 

01/04/2026

We’re excited to introduce Veteran Link & Lunch, a new event this year!
The first session will take place on January 30th.
Please RSVP by Tuesday, January 27th to reserve your spot.
We look forward to connecting with you!

12/30/2025

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Cpl. Brad A. Davis on what would have been his 38th birthday. A Garfield Heights native and our 2014 Charles Kirby Wilcox Honoree, Brad was an exceptional leader—mentally tough, selfless, and wise beyond his years.
Please take a moment to remember Brad by sharing words of love, encouragement, and support for his family and loved ones below. 🇺🇸❤️

12/14/2025

If you are a military veteran living in the Medina County or Wayne County area of Ohio we have big news for you!

On Saturday December 13th we will be distributing free Christmas trees at Lodi American Legion Post 523 beginning at 9:00 AM

These are live trees from local farms purchased on your behalf by Hero Trees 214 and made available to all veterans on a first come first serve basis until they are gone.

We do this as a way of honoring you and thanking you for your service.

Rooted in Service. Giving in Honor.

12/11/2025

12/05/2025

Parking information for wreath laying -

All parking will be off-site this year and held at the Industrial Park area of ECA Tuning, located at 1000 Seville Rd. and the Foundation Wellness parking lot, 961 Seville Road. Shuttles will be running continuously throughout the day, starting at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 13.