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Fenwick Island
Delaware


Memorial Day Ceremony

05/23/2025 - 05:30 PM
Location: Fenwick Island Town Hall
Address: 800 Coastal Highway
Fenwick Island

Please join us for the Town of Fenwick Island’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Friday, May 23, beginning at 5:30 PM in the Town Park for a heartfelt community gathering to honor the men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.
This year’s ceremony will include:
A special address from Captain Edmund Pinto United States Navy (Retired), proudly joined by members of the American Legion Post 166 Leathernecks, who continue to exemplify honor, service, and brotherhood.
A moment of reflection led by Pastor Macklin of St. Matthews by the Sea United Methodist Church
A performance by the talented Phillip Showell Elementary School Choir along with the St. Matthews by the Sea Choir, who will fill the park with patriotic songs that reflect the spirit of the day.
A touching trumpet solo of “Taps”, performed by a 6th-grade student in tribute to our fallen heroes.
This meaningful evening of remembrance and unity is open to all. We encourage you to bring family, friends, and neighbors as we pay tribute together.
Parking will be available at Town Hall, as well as graciously permitted by our neighboring businesses, Holly’s Treasure Chest and Sea Shell City, Inc.
Program:

Presentation of the Colors – Leathernecks of the American Legion Post 166

Welcome & Pledge of Allegiance – Mayor Natalie Magdeburger, Town of Fenwick Island

Invocation – Reverend Jacob Macklin, St. Matthews by the Sea United Methodist Church

Musical Performance –Phillip C. Showell Elementary School Chorus:

“Touch the Future”

“See You Again”

Remarks – Captain Edmund Pinto, United States Navy (Retired)

Combined Performance – Phillip C. Showell Chorus & St. Matthews by the Sea Chancel Choir:

“America”

“We Honor You”

“God Bless the USA”

Instrumental Ensemble – Phillip C. Showell Grade 5 Instrumentalists:

“America”

“Kum Ba Yah”

Moment of Remembrance – Mayor Magdeburger – As we gather to honor those who gave their lives in service, you are invited to speak the names of individuals you wish to remember during this moment of reflection.

Benediction – Reverend Jacob Macklin, St. Matthews by the Sea United Methodist Church

Closing Remarks – Mayor Natalie Magdeburger

Trumpet Solo – Brayden, 6th Grade Trumpet Soloist:

“Taps”