Memorial Day  Ceremonies, Monday, May 25, 2026

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• 8:30 a.m. Lost at Sea Ceremony

Piccozzi’s Dock, Bridge Street

“Navy Hymn” sung by John Kerr & Co

Throwing of the Wreath: Rita Gates

21-Gun Salute

Taps

• 10 a.m. Parade begins, Center Fire House

10:35 Ceremony, Community Center

Greeting: Commander Michael Mundy

Invocation: Rev. Charles McCarron, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church

“National Anthem:” Sara Mundy

“God Bless America:” Linda Bonaccorso

Introduction of Speakers: Commander Mundy

Ladies Auxiliary Speakers: Rita Gates; Heather Reylek; reading of Flanders Field

Ceremonial Speaker

Reading of Shelter Islanders Killed in Action: Fr. Peter DeSanctis, Our Lady of the Isle Church

Laying of the Wreaths: Ladies Auxiliary; 5 wreaths donated by Shelter Island Garden Club

21-Gun Salute

Taps

Closing Prayer: Rev. John Moore, Church of Christ

Closing Remarks: Commander Mundy

• Shelter Island Lions Club Barbecue follows, all invited.