American Legion’s Annual Parade @ Bethel Park

The American Legion’s Annual Parade and Cemetery Service on Memorial Day strive towards public awareness and remembrance of those who gave their lives for freedom—the supreme sacrifice for their country. Marchers carrying flags representing each service branch will participate and escort 8-10 riflemen who will serve as an honor guard attending to the flags.

Prior to the parade, the Veterans Memorial Committee will be sponsoring coffee and doughnuts at 7:20 a.m. in Bethel Park’s Municipal Council Chambers followed by a 7:30 a.m. ceremony at the Veteran’s Memorial located in front of the Municipal Building. Additional names will be added to the over 3,500 already in place on the Veteran’s Memorial representing those from the American Revolution to today.

Following the ceremony, the Memorial Day Parade will begin at the Municipal Building and end at the Bethel Cemetery, adjacent to Bethel Presbyterian Church on Bethel Church Road. A Memorial Day service will be held immediately after the parade. The public is encouraged to attend and participate in honoring our veterans.

Anyone wishing to be in the parade can contact George Tracey at 412-600-6725. In case of rain, the Memorial Service will be moved to Bethel Park Community Center.