"MEMORIAL DAY 2011"

On this day every year we remember those that have given their lives in defense of our country. Along with those that have passed on to a better life and had honorable served in our countrys armed services.
I hope all of us take some time Monday between the picnics, races, and ball games that have given so much so that we can live in this country.
Last year at this time I posted about how sad our cemeteries looked on Memorial Day. Someone must have listened and should be thanked because, even with the terrible weather we've had this spring, both look excellently manicured for the holiday. A big 'Thank You' to the administration and city employees. Their efforts will make going out to visit loved ones Monday special. One other note about the cemeteries; at councilman Flocks town hall meeting, councilman Fodor had offered to go out and help with the cemeteries. Well, Friday I noticed an older guy with a shovel working out at Riverside. You guessed it... Jim Fodor. Its nice to see someone who talks the talk also do the walk.

I attended Saturday Mass at St. Marys and early in the mass an elderly gentleman needed medical attention. PFD EMS unit attended to this man during the mass and showed their professionalism, compassion, and general concern for this man in full view of everyone attending mass. Painesville can be proud to have these three and the others working for them.

Have a safe Memorial Day.