Bartholomew County notes 25th anniversary of Memorial for Veterans at service

COLUMBUS, Ind. — The 25th anniversary of the dedication of the Bartholomew County Memorial for Veterans took place during the annual Community Memorial Day Service.

About 170 people attended the 25-minute ceremony next to the memorial. While the $750,000 landmark was initially paid by private donations, county taxpayers foot the bill for repairs and maintainance.

During the service, Paston Patrick Glasser of Mount Auburn Christian Church summarized the purpose of Monday’s observance in his invocation.

“May we not forget the sacrifices (our fallen military) paid,” Glasser said. “May their honor live on, and may their memories be carried by each of the family members and friends who gather here today.”

For the complete story, see Tuesday’s Republic.