Wreaths Across America – New Bethlehem PA – American Legion Post 354 – Photo courtesy of TechReady Professionals, Inc.

NEW BETHLEHEM, Pa. (RVO) – Excitement is building in the Redbank Valley community as Ray Ishman of the American Legion Post 354 rallies support for the annual Wreaths Across America program, a heartfelt initiative to honor our local veterans. Ishman has been busy promoting this meaningful effort, including visits to the Redbank Valley Chamber of Commerce and New Bethlehem Borough’s monthly meeting.

Download/Save/Print Application:
Wreaths Across America – New Bethlehem PA – American Legion Post 354.pdf

Wreaths Across America – New Bethlehem PA – American Legion Post 354 – Smuckers Michael McSparrin

Wreaths Across America invites family members, friends, and community members to honor their loved ones who served by purchasing wreaths for placement at their grave sites. Each wreath costs $17, ensuring every veteran is remembered with dignity and gratitude.

This year’s ceremony promises to be extra special! The American Legion will host a commemorative event on December 14th at 1:00 PM at the Redbank Valley Veterans Memorial Park, located at 407 Arch Street, New Bethlehem, PA. Following the ceremony, the community will come together to lay wreaths at veteran gravesites. In a moving tribute, each veteran’s name will be spoken aloud to ensure their legacy endures.

A heartfelt thank you goes to Smucker’s, which generously donated over $800 toward this initiative. Mike McSparrin proudly presented the check to Ray Ishman on behalf of the Smucker’s Peanut Butter Factory, reinforcing their commitment to honoring local heroes.

The Redbank Valley Chamber of Commerce also stepped up in a big way, contributing funds to purchase 20 wreaths for local veterans. Chamber President John Gerow presented the donation to Ishman on behalf of the Chamber Directors, showcasing the community’s dedication to remembering its own.

Wreaths Across America – New Bethlehem PA – American Legion Post 354 – Redbank Valley Chamber of Commerce – President John Gerow

To participate, individuals can order wreaths by filling out an application and mailing it to:
American Legion Post 354, Attn: Wreaths Across America, P.O. Box 244, New Bethlehem, PA 16242.

Applications must be submitted by November 30, 2024 – no exceptions! Donations are also welcome to ensure wreaths are placed at gravesites of veterans whose families may no longer be in the area.

Download/Save/Print Application:
Wreaths Across America – New Bethlehem PA – American Legion Post 354.pdf

Let’s come together to show our appreciation and ensure that no veteran is forgotten. Make your contribution today and be part of this remarkable tribute to our heroes.

Applications are conveniently available at local banks, Tom’s Riverside, TechReady Professionals, and the Redbank Valley Library in New Bethlehem.

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