Monument honors Caraway Veterans

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Photos by Revis Blaylock

Caraway unveiled the Veteran's Monument with over 700 names. The monument honors men and women from Caraway who have served in the military. Seventeen names at the top are in memory of those who gave their all.

Large crowd gathered for the unveiling of the Veterans Monument in Caraway on Monday, May 26, Memorial Day.
Caraway residents and former residents enjoyed visiting before the ceremony began.
Rep. Homer Lenderman talks with Caraway residents.
Former Caraway resident Larry Meadows visits friends and served as speaker in honor of area veterans.

The concrete work and flag poles at the Veterans park area in front of City Hall was done by the Meadows family in memory of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Meadows.
The Craighead County Honor Guard presented the colors and the gun salute for the ceremony.
Honoring the veterans.
Caraway Mayor Barry Riley welcomes everyone.
The monument has over 700 names etched in stone.
Residents honored the flags and what they stand for.
Mayor Barry Riley presents Garry Meadows a tee-shirt and the community's appreciation for the work he did on the monument site.
Rep. Homer Lenderman spoke in honor of all veterans.
Area children sang several patriotic songs.
These young ladies found family members listed on the monument.
Guests had the opportunity look for names and etch them on paper.
Residents gathered around at the dedication ceremony.
Family members of veterans who died in battle had photographs of their loved ones and released a balloon for each one of the 17 names listed.
Committee members helped family members release a balloon in memory of the soldiers who did not return from battle.
In honor of those who served.
Two young men from Caraway were recognized as they have joined the military and were leaving for basic training.
Committee Member Shirley Redding and Larry Meadows.
The Veterans monument became a reality thanks to the donations, fundraising and community support.
Honoring the flag and those who served.
Paper and pencils were provided so people could etch the names of their friends and family members.
I am Proud to be a Veteran tells the story of veterans everywhere.
All branches of the military are represented on the monument.
17 names are listed at the top for the Caraway veterans who gave their lives.