By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 12, 2024.

Standing places only required their own standing room for Redcliff’s Remembrance Day service on Monday morning, a day blessed with good weather for all. A bagpiper and drummer lead the march through the park as the procession approaches the Redcliff Cenotaph.–News Photos Anna Smith

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Parkside School was overflowing with residents from Redcliff and the surrounding area as they gathered to honor the fallen and those still fighting for freedom. This year’s Remembrance Day ceremony began as it has for many years, with veterans, RCMP members, dignitaries, cadets and scouts gathering outside the Legion of Redcliff. After forming, the march, followed by a large crowd of family members and other participants, headed toward Parkside School, which quickly ran out of room, even standing, as worshipers filed out. poured into the hall. The service itself included prayers from the Rev. David Carter, of the Redcliff Chaplin Legion, who spoke openly about the importance of family and urged those listening to cherish the interesting people in their lives, because “we don’t doesn’t last a lifetime. “It also brings back that memory, of course, because there are many of us here, with loved ones who have suffered in so many different ways as they traveled and served this country, all over the world,” Carter said. “As we look toward these wonderful, loving Rugrats who will face the world to come, we know in our hearts that we have faith for them, as to all the different wonderful things that will happen in their lives.” Recently deceased George Hope, a well-known and long-serving member of the Redcliff Legion, received a commendation at the service. The Margaret Wooding School Choir performed several songs, as did Ron Mason, who led To The Town I Love So Much, which addresses the different ways conflict can affect a community. After the indoor service, the march continued to the Redcliff Cenotaph for the laying of several wreaths, presented by city officials, local law enforcement, businesses and veteran families. The party that followed also filled the available Redcliff Legion seats, as guests enjoyed sandwiches and had the opportunity to catch up with friends and other members of the community. As always, Legion President Baz Cole said with some emotion, the Legion is deeply touched by the community’s support and is deeply grateful for another year of phenomenal participation to show its care and respect for its veterans. 11
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