LEESBURG, Fla. — A new Veterans Honor Wall at Lake Port Square is preserving the stories of military veterans who call the retirement community home.
The community unveiled the permanent tribute during its Veterans Day celebration Nov. 11. Lake Port Square has 81 resident veterans, according to a news release.
Located in the community’s Town Center, the wall features seals representing all six branches of the U.S. military and a digital display highlighting individual veterans’ profiles and personal histories.
More information about the community is available at Lake Port Square’s website.
Preserving residents’ stories
Residents and staff organized the Veterans Day celebration, which brought the community together to recognize those who served.
“Every veteran has a story to tell, and we wanted to create a place where those stories could be shared and honored,” said Markus Buettner, Lake Port Square’s executive director.
“This wall is more than a tribute to military service. It is a lasting recognition of the men and women who have served our country and who continue to be such an important part of our community.”
A lasting recognition of service
Richard Cook, a resident and Air Force veteran who served as a command chief master sergeant, said the display offers an opportunity to connect generations.
“For those of us who served, it means a great deal to know that our service is remembered and appreciated,” Cook said. “This wall gives us a place to share our stories, remember those we served alongside and help future generations understand what that service meant to us.”
The wall will remain in the Town Center for residents, families and visitors to view.
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