Orange County Veterans Service Agency, NY

10/02/2026

09/25/2026

MOVIE NIGHT!
This time we're showing the movie, "Heart of the Beast."

After surviving a plane crash, a former special forces soldier finds himself trapped in the unforgiving Alaskan wilderness with his combat dog. Together, they battle the elements and other animals in a harsh landscape that would likely kill any other man or dog.

Call 845-862-8800 to reserve your spot!!

09/24/2026

Please join us on Tuesday, September 29 at 10:00AM as we honor “Orange County Veterans Memorial Day” where we will remember the 40 WWI Orange County Soldiers who were killed on that same day in 1918 later to be known as “The Battle of the Hindenburg Line”.


“Time will not dim the glory of their deeds”


-Dave

David L Andryshak
Superintendent
Orange County Veterans Cemetery
845-494-3768-C
845-862-8800-O
845-291-2558-F

09/09/2026

I am currently working on my “final project” here at the cemetery. Along with a few friends, we are creating a remembrance tree in recognition of Veteran Su***de Prevention. Statistically, nearly 20 veterans (nationwide) take their own lives EACH DAY! It is time that we more clearly recognize this epidemic and honor these men & women who once served this country and then fell victim to the pressures of life that none of us will ever really understand.

This tree will be constructed of metal rebar which was very generously donated by Mike Roussos of LOWES. It is being fabricated by my friend Aaron Ubides of the Nam Knight’s M/C. Yesterday we poured the foundation with the help of Woodards Concrete who, again, very generously donated the cement and delivery. My great friend Jerred Russell of Benedict/ Billings Memorials donated his skills in preparing the perfect base finish.

We are hoping to have the tree in place this fall. It will be located just off our parking area near the front gazebo. With the use of a special machine, each year at an annual ceremony, Dog Tags bearing the names of veterans who succumbed to these pressures of life will be placed upon the tree’s branches creating a calming wind chime effect to be heard throughout the grounds.

Further information of progress and unveiling will be posted as it becomes available.

REMEMBER:

Local Crisis Contacts in Orange County, NY
If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of su***de or overwhelming emotional distress, free and confidential support is available 24/7:

Orange County Crisis Call Center: Dial 311 or 1-800-832-1200

Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

Text4Teens (Teen Crisis Text Line): Text 845-391-1000

Mobile Mental Health / Crisis Mobile Response: Dial 1-888-750-2266 [1, 2, 3, 4]


-Dave

David L Andryshak
Superintendent
Orange County Veterans Cemetery
845-494-3768-C
845-291-2470-O
845-291-2558-F

08/28/2026

Summer is rapidly coming to an end which means that Wreaths Across America is right around the corner.

This year’s event will be hosted on Saturday December 19 at 12:00 NOON. This is going to be a special year that you do not want to miss. Further information about the event and the delivery es**rt parade will be posted as it becomes available.

PLEASE start getting those donation checks flowing so we can meet our goal nice and early which will allow us to focus on the event and parade.

Donations may be dropped of at or mailed to the Orange County Veterans Cemetery, 111 Craigville rd Goshen 10924- ATTN: DAVE.
OR
you may visit the Wreaths Across America webpage and search our cemetery by using
code NYOCVM. This will take you to our specific page where you can scroll down to the bottom, click on the Nam Knight’s M/C link and then make a purchase by credit card.

Writing a check to the Nam Knight’s M/C or purchasing through their link IS THE ONLY way that we will receive the special benefit of receiving extra wreaths for your generous donation. There is no longer a “buy 2 get 1 free” program.

See you in a few months.

Dave


David L Andryshak
Superintendent
Orange County Veterans Cemetery
845-494-3768-C
845-291-2470-O
845-291-2558-F

08/19/2026

Please join us for the National POW/MIA Recognition Day picnic.
Sunday, September 20th 2026 at 11:30am.

"We fly the POW/MIA flag, and we remember what it represents: the thousands of spouses, parents, sons, daughters, and loved ones who served and sacrificed for our freedom and future; loved ones who mourn with unanswered questions still in their hearts; and the debt of gratitude we owe them that we can never fully repay."

07/31/2026

Even our wildlife enjoys a comforting visit with our Veterans.

Our friend Theresa Canfield came across this little guy taking a nap at our upper pavilion while she was visiting her dad.

David L Andryshak
Superintendent
Orange County Veterans Cemetery
845-494-3768-C
845-291-2470-O
845-291-2558-F

07/16/2026

✨️ FREEDOM FEST POSTPONED✨️

Due to the forecasted weather for Saturday, July 18th, Orange County’s Freedom Fest 250 is postponed until Saturday, July 25th.

The safety of our guests, participants, and vendors is our top priority. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to celebrating with you on July 25th!