Candle (BlackburnNews.com  file photo)Candle (BlackburnNews.com file photo)
Sarnia

Candlelight Vigil To Honour Veterans

Candles will be placed at the Sarnia Legion Cenotaph this evening in remembrance of fallen soldiers and those currently serving in the military.

Branch 62 Executive Committee member Bill Chafe says participants can purchase candles right up until the start of the procession from city hall at 7.

He says the candles will burn at the cenotaph, under guard, all night.

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Corporal Brent Poland's mother will place the first candle on behalf of memorial cross wearers.

Candles can be sponsored for a minimum donation of $5 in memory of or in honour of a veteran.

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