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Local5/23/2008

Memorial Day

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Flags wave in front of a grave marker at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden, May 21. Memorial Day, celebrated this year on May 26, is a day to remember those who gave their lives in service to their country. Pilot photo/ Gregory L. Tracy

Flags wave in front of a grave marker at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden, May 21. Memorial Day, celebrated this year on May 26, is a day to remember those who gave their lives in service to their country. Pilot photo/ Gregory L. Tracy

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