Retired Colonel Mike Sweeney (center) addresses those assembled for the Veteran’s Day service at the four corners in Honeoye Falls. Photo by Bonnie Toomey
BY JOHN CONNELLY
Commander Falls Post #664 in Honeoye Falls
On November 11, at 11 a.m. a Veterans Day ceremony was held at the 4 corners in Honeoye Falls. This annual event included Traffic Support from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department and the American Legion, Honeoye Falls Post # 664. Retired Colonel Mike Sweeney (now a resident of Honeoye Falls) delivered an emotional and patriotic “Veterans” speech to all in attendance. The Honor Guard offered a 21 rifle salute followed by the playing of Military Taps. As a Vietnam Veteran, I cannot express my gratitude enough to observe how the residents & businesses within the 4 corners area of Honeoye Falls embraced this event without incident or complaint. The Ceremony honored all Veterans, Past & Present and reinforces why our Veterans fought all over the world for the freedoms we currently enjoy as citizens of the United States of America.
Following the Ceremony, a Luncheon was offered to Veterans and their families at the Mendon Community Center in Honeoye Falls. The Luncheon was sponsored by the Town of Mendon with donations from local Merchants and Businesses. I am very proud to live here and truly grateful for the support our local community provides to Veterans and the American Legion, Falls Post # 664, Honeoye Falls.
