The annual King City Memorial Day ceremony took place Monday at King City Cemetery. Hosted by King City VFW Post 6747, the May 29 event drew a diverse crowd of families and community members from the surrounding areas to pay their respects to the fallen soldiers who paved the way for the country’s freedom. Guest speakers included King City Mayor Mike LeBarre, Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez and Fort Hunter Liggett Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. Eric Rupp. Following the ceremony, wreaths from community organizations were placed on the wreath wall as a tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
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King City VFW Post 6747 member and veteran Charles DeSchepper (left) is presented with the Veteran of the Year award from Fort Hunter Liggett Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. Eric Rupp during the annual Memorial Day ceremony at King City Cemetery on Monday. (Augusta Vargas/FHL PAO)

King City Mayor Mike LeBarre delivers a touching speech about the privilege and honor of American Freedoms, paying tribute to the heroes that have given their lives as the ultimate sacrifice. (Augusta Vargas/FHL PAO)

Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez makes a special point to engage with the local youth in attendance at the May 29 ceremony, emphasizing the need to carry the torch of remembrance and ensure that the legacy of fallen heroes lives on. (Augusta Vargas/FHL PAO)

Wreaths from community organizations are placed on the wreath wall as a tribute. (Augusta Vargas/FHL PAO)

Members of the King City Blue Ribbon 4-H present a wreath during the Memorial Day ceremony. (Ivan Garcia)