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Santa Maria, Orcutt host Memorial Day ceremonies honoring veterans

Santa Maria, Orcutt, events, veterans, community

Memorial Day services were held Monday at Santa Maria Cemetery and Pine Grove Cemetery in Orcutt, honoring veterans who gave their lives in service. - Guest speakers included Colonel James T.

Horne III and American Legion Post 534 Commander Brian Velasquez. - Ceremonies featured wreath placements, flag-raising to half-staff by Boy Scout Troop 91, and the National Anthem sung by Bonnie DePaulo.

- Honor guard veterans fired volleys, and American flags were placed on grave sites. The events brought together community members, families, and military personnel to pay tribute to fallen heroes.

This story was originally reported by santamariatimes. Read the original article here.

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