Wreaths Across America reaches Putnam County veterans’ graves
Jason Riddle clears dirt and grass from a veteran’s marker at Eatonton’s Pine Grove Cemetery, as daughters Tiffany and Teagan watch, along with their cousin Rachel Paul (right). IAN TOCHER/Staff
Putnam County VFW Commander Nikki Barker shakes stray needles from wreaths before laying them in tribute on Eatonton veterans’ graves. IAN TOCHER/Staff
National Wreaths Across America Day was recognized in Putnam County Nov. 17, with a noon ceremony at Eatonton’s Veterans Wall of Honor, followed by individual wreath placements on more than 400 veterans’ gravesites at four local cemeteries.
Local VFW Commander Sherrel Nicole Barker read a brief, prepared speech at the wall before a small group of volunteers. She read of the sacrifices made by U.S. …
