Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MAy 29, 2026 Saugus observed Memorial Day 2026 O ne of the members of the World War II reenactors described last Saturday’s (May 23) weather as “ideal for marching” as he prepared to participate in Saugus’ Annual Memorial Day Parade. It was cloudy and cool, windbreaker-type weather, with temperatures hovering in the 50s. It was comfortable weather for men dressed in World War II Army uniforms and helmets and carrying rifles. The parade – which was coordinated by the Saugus Veterans CounGerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. The parade included a patriotic red, white and blue motorcycle. cil with assistance from the Town of Saugus – began at S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping Anna Parker Field, traveled down Essex Street toward Cliftondale Square, down Lincoln Avenue, onto Central Street, to Winter Street and into Riverside Cemetery for the Memorial Day Ceremonies. Chaplain (Major) Scott McGowan of the Army National Guard was this year’s keynote speaker. Saugus TV Studio Manager John Prudent again prepared a special Memorial Day video capturing Saugus veterans, which was displayed on a Beantown Advertising Mobile Digital Billboard truck during the parade and later in the cemetery. Guy Moley, the man behind local charity car shows, Michelle Naing of Saugus waits for the parade with her four-year-old daughter Sophie and their 13-year-old Mini-Dotson Cooper. David Savoie, a local member and leader of the World War II reenactors PARADE GRAND MARSHAL: Saugus American Legion Senior Vice Commander Joseph Dion waved to the crowd as he passed Veterans Park, riding in a jeep accompanied by World War II reenactors. Dion shared co-grand marshal honors with his wife, the late Debra A. Dion-Faust. (Saugus Advocate Photos by Mark E. Vogler) Longtime Saugus graves officer Randy Briand led the parade. HONORING THE FALLEN: A Saugus resident awaited the parade’s arrival at Veterans Park. arranged to have a collection of classic cars in the parade. Guy Moley arranged to have a collection of classic cars in the parade.
7 Publizr Home