Chuck Parsons was just 22 years old when he graduated college and had to leave behind his new wife as he set off to Fort Benning, Georgia, to attend the U.S. Army Airborne School .
Every year, members of the VFW and American Legion posts in Steamboat Springs place flags on the graves of veterans from Steamboat Springs. Last year s Memorial Day ceremony was limited by COVID-19, but this year, there are plans in the works to bring back many of the Memorial Day traditions. (Photo by John F. Russell)
Editor’s note: This article has been edited to reflect that Hayden American Legion Post’s Memorial Day service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Hayden Cemetery.
After being sidelined by COVID-19 last year, Steamboat Springs veterans are hoping to return to their time-honored Memorial Day tradition by hosting a ceremony and recognizing three soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for this country.