"It is time we honor and recognize the sacrifices of all those area Armed Forces military veterans who have bravely served our Country over the years."

For over 245 years, U.S. Citizens have answered their country's call to arms. During times of war and peace, our country's citizens, fellow countrymen and patriots have stepped forward in military service to our great country. Many served honorably and returned home to their loved ones. Some were wounded in action, others killed in action. Some veterans return with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, (PTSD), reliving past war time experiences or with guilt from returning home when a buddy did not make it.

In 2018 a few community members got together to discuss honoring our area veterans. As the conversation continued it was realized that our area has supplied many to serve our nation over the years. As time went on, we developed our Mission Statement which is "We are dedicated to provide a place of honor and to pay tribute to all veterans past, present and future."

The Memorial is affiliated with the Town of Lake Holcombe thus maintaining a tax-exempt status. The Memorial will be built at 263rd Avenue, just West of Highway 27 on land donated by Dave and Sue Staudacher. After many hours of discussions, we feel our design will provide a place of honor for all who have served as well as a place for healing and reflection.