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Leaders honor fallen heroes in Memorial Day ceremonies in Orange County

By Kelly Healey
By Kelly Healey
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and the Veterans Advisory Council were at the Orange County Courthouse Monday to honor fallen heroes on Memorial Day.
Jacobs became emotional as she shared a personal story about losing someone, who was like a son to her, in the line of duty.
Veteran Laura Whitefield served as a sergeant in the United States Marine Corp in the 80s, and she said she was proud to honor and salute the fallen soldiers.
"It is nice that everyone has a long weekend and wants to celebrate the beginning of summer, but this is a very somber time and sacred time for those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for freedom for all of those people to do be able to do that on Memorial Day.

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There was also an Orange County War Memorial and Wreath Presentation Commemoration Ceremony.
The Veterans Advisory Council accompanied Jacobs in the wreath-laying ceremony, which was followed by the playing of "Taps" to commemorate the fallen heroes.
Meanwhile, the Orlando Police Department held a remembrance ceremony at the Greenwood Cemetery.
“To those who courageously gave their lives, and those who fight today...thank you,” OPD tweeted.

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