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The Edward W. Thompson American Legion Post 49 is organizing the 2021 Memorial Day Parade begins at 0900 on Center Street and marches along Phoenix Street to Lakeview Cemetery where the ceremony will take place at approximately 0945. The parade will be led by Medal of Honor recipient Jim ‘Doc’ McCloughan for the 51st year, who will also be the guest speaker this year. Post 49’s Color Guard will proudly display the American Flag as the South Haven High School band provides the marching music. The 2021 Miss and Mister South Haven Court, Little Miss Blueberry Court, along with other presenters at the ceremony, will also join the parade.
Pastor Jerry Koller is the Spiritual Leader for the ceremony to honor and mourn those military personnel who have died in the performance of their military duties. Honored guests, veterans and distinguished South Haven students will also participate in the event. The ceremony culminates with the Post 49 Color Guard’s three-rifle volley and echo taps
