Flag Retirement Ceremony at The Villages at the River Club

On Friday, May 15th, The Villages at the River Club hosted a “Flag Retirement Ceremony” with residents and staff. Their Recreational Director, Meagan Nay asked a few of the Veteran residents to perform the ceremony (Richard Kupris-Coast Guard, David Hollis - Army, Chuck Becher -Air Force Reserves, and Riley Bailey-Army). Once the old flag was lowered and folded, it was handed to Executive Director, Lucy Townsend. During the raising of the new flag, the National Anthem was sung by Kathy Moore Bearden (daughter to Resident Angel Moore). An information sheet describing the meaning of the flag folds was passed out to viewers and discussed. Afterwards, a “Thank you for your Military Service - Armed Forces Day” banner was displayed by Community Relations Director, Lisa Klasen and Megan Nay and was hung up at the front lawn of the community over the weekend.