For the second year, the Senate Republicans are honoring the military service and sacrifice of all our men and women in uniform who have passed away. Our mission is to unite the state of Illinois in remembrance and appreciation of the fallen and to serve their families.
As a way to honor loved ones and friends who have served in the U.S. Military, we encourage you to submit a photograph and written remembrance of your deceased veteran to be displayed on the Illinois State Capitol Memorial Day Remembrance Wall. Your submissions will be displayed in the State Capitol Rotunda starting on Memorial Day, Thursday, May 26 through Monday, July 4.
Any deceased veteran will be honored. Please email a photo and written remembrance (Max: 250 words) along with the following information: name, military branch (Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, National Guard, Navy) and conflict served (Afghanistan and Iraq, September 11, Gulf War, Vietnam, Korea, WWII, WWI, Peacetime, Other) to MemorialDay@senategop.state.il.us. Military photos preferred but not necessary.
To see the Memorial Day Remembrance Wall slideshow from last year, click here. You can also view this incredibly moving video about the display, to see exactly how your loved one will be remembered in the Capitol.
The deadline to submit is Monday, May 23. If you wish to send by mail, send your remembrance and photo to:
Memorial Day Remembrance Wall
309G State House
Springfield, IL 62706
Questions can be directed to (217) 782-1650.
Thank you for participating as we honor our brave service members in uniform this Memorial Day and every day.