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SUMMARY:2021 Angel of Hope Candlelight Remembrance Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Each year we hold our annual Angel of Hope Candlelight Remembrance Ceremony on December 6th at 7:00 p.m. at the center of our Garden of Angels section by a very unique angel. One that there are less than 200 of them in the world. \nThe Christmas Box Angel statue was introduced to the world in the book The Christmas Box\, a worldwide bestseller by author Richard Paul Evans. In the book\, a woman mourns the loss of her child at the base of an angel monument. Though the story is mostly fiction\, the angel monument once existed but is speculated to have been destroyed. The new angel statue was commissioned by Richard Paul Evans in response to reports that grieving parents were seeking out the angel as a place of healing. The Angel is made of bronze and stands 4′ 3″ tall and has a wingspan of 5′ 2″ and stands upon a 4′ solid granite base. If you look closely you can find on the angel’s right wing\, the word “hope”.
URL:https://garcemeterymiamiok.com/event/2021-angel-of-hope-candlelight-remembrance-ceremony/
LOCATION:GAR Cemetery\, 2801 N. Main Street\, Miami\, OK\, 74354\, United States
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SUMMARY:2021 British Flyers Remembrance Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The City of Miami G.A.R. Cemetery will host its annual British Flyers Remembrance Ceremony on Saturday\, October 23\, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. on the cemetery grounds. This event is being held to honor the fifteen Royal Air Force cadets that are interred in the Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) Cemetery who were killed in training accidents while attending Spartan School of Aeronautics\, Miami B.F.T.S. #3 during WWII in the early 1940s. \nDuring WWII\, the community of Miami\, Oklahoma welcomed over 2\,100 British Cadets. Many families\, invited the cadets to Sunday dinner and other family activities with them\, resulting in lifelong friendships and some have continued to carry-on through the generations. These young men were far from their homelands where war was ravaging\, and rations were a way of life. They were in a very different place than they were used to\, and Miami won the young men’s hearts. \nLAC Kenneth Frere stated the following in the September 1942 issue of the Spartan News: “… the first and most lasting impression we get is the real value of American hospitality. It seems that you can’t do enough for us – in everything we do there is someone to help us and make us feel at home.” “We enjoy all our time here and we thoroughly appreciate how helpful you all are to us – for the rest of our lives\, Miami and No. 3 BFTS will be a bright spot in our memories. We’re glad it was Miami they chose for us.” \nWe here at G.A.R. Cemetery\, strive to continue to keep this part of Miami’s history alive. By holding our annual British Flyers Remembrance Ceremony\, we do that\, as well as making sure that the lives lost by the 15 brave British Cadets that are interred here at G.A.R. Cemetery so far from their families and homelands\, are never forgotten. \nLastly\, We can’t speak of our Cadets without telling the story of Mrs. Frances Hill. Mrs. Hill devoted 40 years of her life to care for these 15 graves and received “The King’s Medal” for her unselfish actions. At her request\, Mrs. Hill\, along with her husband are laid to rest by her “British Boys”.
URL:https://garcemeterymiamiok.com/event/2021-british-flyers-remembrance-ceremony/
LOCATION:GAR Cemetery\, 2801 N. Main Street\, Miami\, OK\, 74354\, United States
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Each year on Memorial Day G.A.R. Cemetery holds their annual Memorial Day Ceremony. This year’s event will be held at 9:30 a.m. by the G.A.R. Monument and Flag. \nG.A.R. Cemetery to Host \nMemorial Day Ceremony \nMonday\, May 31\, 2021 @ 9:30 a.m. \nThe City of Miami\, G.A.R. Cemetery\, is pleased to host their annual Memorial Day Ceremony for the public on Monday\, May 31st\, at 9:30 a.m.  We are honored to welcome the local Veteran’s organizations with their continued participation\, and Hunter Bissell G.A.R. Cemetery Maintenance will be our vocalist. Hunter will be playing the guitar and singing Amazing Grace. \nOur guest speaker this year is Ben Loring. Ben is a longtime resident of the City of Miami\, has served as the District Attorney\, First Assistant District Attorney\, State Representative and currently serves as Miami City Attorney.  He and his wife Barbara have two sons\, David and Ian\, both of whom are Eagle Scouts and served in the US  Army. \nAs always\, we welcome the public to join us for the ceremony. Due to the need for continued social distancing\, there will be limited seating in place; therefore\, we encourage everyone to bring their lawn chairs. With these continued guidelines it is our intent to live stream our ceremony on Facebook for those that cannot come but still wish to experience it. If you do not follow G.A.R. Cemetery and the City of Miami on Facebook\, we encourage you to do so. \nfacebook.com/GARCemetery        facebook.com/miamiokla \n“The G.A.R. Cemetery staff are dedicated to honoring our veterans and will have flags available in front of the office for you to place on their graves. This is something that we do all year for the public’s use.” stated Nancy Bro\, G.A.R. Cemetery Office Mgr. \nWe are committed to helping everyone with their cemetery needs and will work as quickly as possible to serve all our visitors that visit the office.  For your convenience\, you may use the website link given below on your computer and smartphone to locate graves in our online burial records. Here you will have access the cemetery map as well. \nG.A.R. Cemetery Burial Search  \nFor more information\, contact G.A.R. Cemetery at (918) 541-2288.
URL:https://garcemeterymiamiok.com/event/memorial-day-ceremony/
LOCATION:GAR Cemetery\, 2801 N. Main Street\, Miami\, OK\, 74354\, United States
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SUMMARY:2020 Angel of Hope Candlelight Remembrance Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Each year we hold our annual Angel of Hope Candlelight Remembrance Ceremony on December 6th at 7:00 p.m. at the center of our Garden of Angels section by a very unique angel. One that there are less than 200 of them in the world. \nThe Christmas Box Angel statue was introduced to the world in the book The Christmas Box\, a worldwide bestseller by author Richard Paul Evans. In the book\, a woman mourns the loss of her child at the base of an angel monument. Though the story is mostly fiction\, the angel monument once existed but is speculated to have been destroyed. The new angel statue was commissioned by Richard Paul Evans in response to reports that grieving parents were seeking out the angel as a place of healing. The Angel is made of bronze and stands 4′ 3″ tall and has a wingspan of 5′ 2″ and stands upon a 4′ solid granite base. If you look closely you can find on the angel’s right wing\, the word “hope”.
URL:https://garcemeterymiamiok.com/event/2020-angel-of-hope-candlelight-remembrance-ceremony/
LOCATION:GAR Cemetery\, 2801 N. Main Street\, Miami\, OK\, 74354\, United States
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SUMMARY:2020 British Flyers Remembrance Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The City of Miami G.A.R. Cemetery will host its annual British Flyers Remembrance Ceremony on Saturday\, October 17\, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. on the cemetery grounds. This event is being held to honor the fifteen Royal Air Force cadets that are interred in the Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) Cemetery who were killed in training accidents while attending Spartan School of Aeronautics\, Miami B.F.T.S. #3 during WWII in the early 1940s. \nDuring WWII\, the community of Miami\, Oklahoma welcomed over 2\,100 British Cadets. Many families\, invited the cadets to Sunday dinner and other family activities with them\, resulting in lifelong friendships and some have continued to carry-on through the generations. These young men were far from their homelands where war was ravaging\, and rations were a way of life. They were in a very different place than they were used to\, and Miami won the young men’s hearts. \nLAC Kenneth Frere stated the following in the September 1942 issue of the Spartan News: “… the first and most lasting impression we get is the real value of American hospitality. It seems that you can’t do enough for us – in everything we do there is someone to help us and make us feel at home.” “We enjoy all our time here and we thoroughly appreciate how helpful you all are to us – for the rest of our lives\, Miami and No. 3 BFTS will be a bright spot in our memories. We’re glad it was Miami they chose for us.” \nWe here at G.A.R. Cemetery\, strive to continue to keep this part of Miami’s history alive. By holding our annual British Flyers Remembrance Ceremony\, we do that\, as well as making sure that the lives lost by the 15 brave British Cadets that are interred here at G.A.R. Cemetery so far from their families and homelands\, are never forgotten. \nLastly\, We can’t speak of our Cadets without telling the story of Mrs. Frances Hill. Mrs. Hill devoted 40 years of her life to care for these 15 graves and received “The King’s Medal” for her unselfish actions. At her request\, Mrs. Hill\, along with her husband are laid to rest by her “British Boys”.
URL:https://garcemeterymiamiok.com/event/2020-british-flyers-remembrance-ceremony/
LOCATION:GAR Cemetery\, 2801 N. Main Street\, Miami\, OK\, 74354\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jonathan Appell's 48 States in 48 Days Gravestone Restoration Tour
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, September 24\, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. through 3:30 p.m. G.A.R. Cemetery will be hosting Jonathan Appell during his trek across America to visit 48 cemeteries\, in 48 States\, in 48 days on his Gravestone Restoration Tour. \nJonathan has worked with numerous people and organizations for the past 20 years\, sharing his experience and techniques on how to clean and restore gravestones and monuments. His plan is to conduct 48 workshops\, in 48 states\, in 48 days. With all events being 100% free to the public! \n“We are embarking on a mission to preserve America’s graveyards.” Jonathan Appel states on his website. \nIf you are you looking for a volunteer opportunity to do something worthwhile for your community\, then this may be just what you are looking for. This free educational event is designed to train volunteers to maintain and restore historical markers with Jon’s “simple and effective hands on techniques”. “We are super excited to … meet you in person to teach you how to repair and preserve gravestones and monuments!” ~ Jon Appell \nThere are only 15 spaces available\, so act today to reserve your spot in this one of a kind educational opportunity. G.A.R. Cemetery will provide box lunches and bottled water the day of the event. Call the G.A.R. Cemetery office at (918) 541-2288 or email nbro@miamiokla.net no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday\, September 18th to be included as one of the 15 volunteers.
URL:https://garcemeterymiamiok.com/event/jonathan-appells-48-states-in-48-days-gravestone-restoration-tour/
LOCATION:GAR Cemetery\, 2801 N. Main Street\, Miami\, OK\, 74354\, United States
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