THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 6, 2025 Page 3 Bronze statue of Malden Hero unveiled at Malden Memorial Day Ceremony Special to The Advocate M ayor Gary Christenson and Veterans Services Director Kevin Jarvis welcomed elected officials and the Malden community on Memorial Day at Bell Rock Memorial Park to honor the men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our Nation’s freedom. The Girl Scouts led all in the Pledge of Allegiance, and Malden High School student Natalie Keating sang the National Anthem. The Malden High School Band played a Military Medley, which was followed by “The Washington Post” march later in the ceremony. Following remarks by Mayor Christenson and Guest Speaker Iraq and Afghan Veteran Emery Haskell, U.S. Navy Commander Ret., a life-size bronze statue was unveiled that will serve to honor all the men and women who served during World War II. The statue was created in the likeness of Malden’s William “Bill” Dempsey, a decorated World War II Veteran who passed away last summer before his 100th birthday. Bill was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for his extraordinary heroism, galthanked Cemetery Director Chris Rosa and DPW Director Bobby Knox and their staff who worked tirelessly with Director Jarvis to complete the project in time for Memorial Day. The ceremony concluded with taps being played by Malden High School buglers Sean Retotal and Dennis Liu. Mayor Gary Christenson looked on as Malden’s Veterans Director Kevin Jarvis addressed the attendees at Bell Rock Memorial Park on Memorial Day. 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 The Girl Scouts led all in the Pledge of Allegiance. lantry and valor while fighting against the Germans at Wurzburg, Germany. The statue is located in front of Guest Speaker Iraq and Afghan Veteran Emery Haskell, U.S. Navy Commander Ret., gestured to the names of the Malden soldiers and sailors who made the ultimate sacrifice. the World War II Memorial, which was dedicated on June 10, 2010, to honor Malden’s World War II Veterans. The City of Malden has installed life-size bronze statues in honor of the following conflicts: World War I, Vietnam, Korea, Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom and other military operations in support of the Global War on Terrorism. Mayor Gary Christenson The Malden Boys and Girls Scouts were on hand during the Memorial Day ceremony at Bell Rock Memorial Park. We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-7 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday Malden High School student Natalie Keating sang the National Anthem. $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday $11.00 Price includes Roller Skates 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM - ID Required Private Parties Private Parties 4-8 p.m. $10.00 8:30-11 p.m. $11. 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM - ID Required 12-9 p.m. $10.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Mayor Gary Christenson is shown pledging allegiance to the flag during the Memorial Day ceremony at Bell Rock Memorial Park. Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional The Malden High School Band performed a Military Medley. BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com
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