"Powerful and Profound": 9/11 Ceremony deemed 'best yet'

The entrance of the Adrian Optimist building as the silent procession arrived last night

Garden city Fire Chief Mark Lopez gave a 
moving demonstration using colored string to 
indicate the strength of police, firefighters, EMS 
and first responders when working together

Honoring those who gave their lives on September 11, 2001 will never be 'routine'. In fact, the annual silent procession and ceremony held last night in Adrian was clearly the most powerful and profound (as stated by an attendee) program held since its inception.

Master of Ceremonies Adrian Fire Chief Gary
Dizney. The Adrian Fire Department has hosted
the event every year since 9/11/2001

Just before 6 pm, a silent procession of fire, police and emergency vehicles made their way through Adrian to the Optimist building where a large crowd gathered for the ceremonies.

Reverend Ray Jones spoke of the dangers 
our country faces today and the importance 
of maintaining our faith to stay strong as a nation

The program, which lasted about an hour, included a complimentary tribute to not only those who gave their lives on September 11, 2001 but also to our local 'heroes' who diligently give their all each and every day. The event closed with a fitting tribute by our local EMS, fire, and police around the room.

Editor's note- it's difficult to find the words to describe the annual 9/11 event hosted by the Adrian Fire Department... we would highly recommend planning to attend next year to see for yourself.

Southbound on old 71 highway as many local fire, EMS and police were represented last night

Local recording star Jeremy Cato provided vocals for God Bless the USA and the Star Spangled
 Banner

Dave Ullery led the playing of Taps, the rifle salute and the ringing of the fire bell to honor local firefighters who have died while serving our community