The march to the cenotaph. Photos by Lyonel Doherty
The November 11th sun painted everyone’s face with a warm glow as they remembered those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Weather wise, it was one of the best days in memory for Remembrance Day ceremonies in Oliver.
Young, old and the wheelchair-bound came out to honour war veterans at the cenotaph today while warbirds flew overhead – a reminder that people should never forget what veterans did so that we could live in freedom.
A contingent of proud veterans, RCMP, dignitaries and residents marched from the Oliver Community Centre to the cenotaph to pay their respects. A wreath-laying ceremony followed.
At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them . . .
Remembering the fallen.
MLA Linda Larson marching to the cenotaph.
Members of Scouts and Cubs with their wreaths.
Osoyoos Indian Band Chief Clarence Louie with his wreath.
Chris Yerburgh led the Colour Party.
Piper Clark Rowe did an outstanding job.
Legion member Kent Dagenais.
Flight Sgt. Ryan Encina.
Constable Sue Harper of the RCMP.
Local youth wearing their poppies ponder the meaning of Remembrance Day.
