72nd Annual Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 27th, 2019
A Tribute to the Fallen
Introduction of Master of Ceremonies – Juju Sands
Presentation of Colors – Garfield High School JROTC
Pledge of Allegiance – Tony Zapata – VFW
National Anthem – By LAPD Detective Chris Reza
LAPD Air Support Division Helicopter Flyover
Invocation – Monsignor John Moretta, Resurrection Church
Introduction of Guests / Recognize Gold Stars Mothers –
Congressman Jimmy Gomez
Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard
Assemblyman Miguel Santiago
Assemblywoman Wendy Carrillo
Councilman 14th District Jose Huizar
Keynote Speaker – 1st Lt. Fernando Gonzalez U.S Army Reserve
Placing of Wreaths – Community Organizations
Taps/21 Gun Salute – Marine Corps League Det.1347
Closing Prayer – Monsignor John Moretta, Resurrection Church
Special Acknowledgement to Joe Diaz – Boyle Heights Technology Youth Center
