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Veterans Day Services were held at the Silver Creek Overseas Veterans Association. The VFW Post 6472 and American Legion Post 148 did the honors and Commander Richard Henry thanked everyone in attendance and spoke about the significance of Veterans Day. Quartermaster Ed Tofani spoke how Veterans Day came about at the end of World War I, and Chaplain Matt Shaw gave the closing prayers. The VFW Auxiliary President Sue Bigler spoke about the sacrifices made by veterans and the meaning of Buddy Poppies, in conclusion the Honor Guard provided military honors. Afterward refreshments were served by the VFW Auxiliary.

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