A MEMORIAL DAY REFLECTION FROM HERITAGE PARK
Today, our community gathered at Heritage Park to pause, reflect, and remember.
In the middle of cookouts, travel plans, and the unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day can easily be misunderstood.
Memorial Day is not the same as Veterans Day.
Veterans Day honors all who have served in our armed forces, living and deceased.
Memorial Day is a sacred day of remembrance for those who never made it home.
It is for the sons, daughters, mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters, and friends who gave their lives in service to this nation.
Its origins trace back to the years following the Civil War, when grieving communities gathered to decorate the graves of fallen soldiers with flowers, flags, and prayer. What began as Decoration Day became a national call to remembrance.
Standing at Heritage Park today, surrounded by veterans, families, and community leaders, that truth felt especially real.
We were deeply honored to witness the presence of centenarian World War II veteran Gvenniett Caesar, a living reminder that history is not confined to books or memorial walls.
We are so proud of our CEO Jim Dunn
We had a chance to talk to many veterans and their families today.
The battlefield cross standing in solemn silence…
The empty boots…
The fallen rifle…
The helmet resting where a soldier once stood…
These symbols remind us that behind every folded flag is a family forever changed.
Behind every casualty report is a name.
A story.
A dream interrupted.
A seat at the table that remains empty.
We were also reminded that remembrance is not only about looking backward.
It is about what we pass forward.
Watching generations gather together from our honored veterans to the young faces witnessing this moment of reflection reminds us that memory must be taught if sacrifice is to be honored.
Service has a cost.
Some return carrying wounds we cannot see.
Some return forever changed.
And some make the ultimate sacrifice so that others may live in freedom.
So while families gather today and laughter fills backyards across America, may there also be a pause.
A moment of silence.
A prayer for grieving families.
A quiet reflection of gratitude.
May we never confuse remembrance with routine.
Memorial Day is not simply about service.
It is about sacrifice.
From all of us at the Henry County Veterans Support Group:
We honor.
We remember.
We will never forget.
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05/25/2026
Today, we pause to remember.
Memorial Day is not just the unofficial start of summer.
It is a sacred day of remembrance.
Today, we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage, sacrifice, and devotion to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten.
At Henry County Veterans Support Group, we stand in gratitude for those who gave everything and for the families who continue to carry their legacy.
Freedom has never been free.
As we gather with family and friends today, may we take a moment to reflect, remember, and honor the heroes who gave their all for this country.
We remember. We honor. We will never forget.
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Join us in the comments by sharing the name of a service member you are honoring today. Their memory deserves to be spoken and remembered.
05/23/2026
🇺🇸 WE’RE REOPENING 🇺🇸
The Henry County Veterans Support Group will officially reopen on June 1, 2026, and we are excited to continue serving the veterans and families of our community.
Before reopening, we are asking for volunteers to help us prepare the facility on Tuesday, May 26th. We’ll be cleaning, organizing, dusting, refreshing the food pantry, and getting the building ready to welcome everyone back.
This organization has always been powered by people who believe in service, community, and taking care of those who served us first.
If you are available and willing to lend a hand, your support would be greatly appreciated.
📍 32 Jonesboro St. McDonough, GA 30253
📞 770-284-3306
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 vetsg.org
Veterans helping veterans. Always. 🇺🇸
05/19/2026
**UPDATE UPDATE**
We may be closed temporarily, but the work never stops. 🇺🇸
The Veterans Support Group office is currently undergoing renovation, cleanup, and improvements as we continue building a better space to serve our veterans, families, and community.
Because of the scope of the work being completed, we will not reopen until after Memorial Day. A specific reopening date will be announced soon.
We appreciate your patience during this process. Sometimes you have to pause, repair, and rebuild so you can come back stronger.
Thank you for continuing to support our mission to serve those who served.
05/16/2026
Every community has a tradition that brings people together.
In , the has been doing that for generations.
What started in 1977 as a small arts and crafts festival with only a handful of vendors has grown into one of Henry County’s most recognized community events — bringing together families, local businesses, nonprofits, veterans, and neighbors from all walks of life.
Today, the Henry County Veterans Support Group is proud to be part of that tradition.
As you walk the square this weekend, remember:
Community matters. Connection matters. Service matters.
We invite you to stop by, say hello, learn more about the work VSG is doing for veterans and families in our community, and meet some of the people who continue serving long after the uniform comes off.
Because supporting veterans is not a one-day conversation.
It’s a community responsibility.
Stop by our table and say hello
📍 Historic McDonough Square
📅 Geranium Festival Weekend
🇺🇸 Henry County Veterans Support Group
05/10/2026
The Veterans Support Group is proud to support this year’s Armed Forces Day event hosted by the Henry County Chamber of Commerce.
Leadership forged through service does not end when the uniform comes off.
Join veteran leaders, business professionals, first responders, and community organizations for an evening focused on leadership, entrepreneurship, service, and life beyond military service.
This event is an opportunity to hear real stories, build connections, support local businesses, and recognize the continued impact veterans make in our communities every single day.
📅 May 30, 2026
We encourage our veterans, supporters, and community partners to come out and be part of this important event.
Learn more here:
Armed Forces Day Event Details
05/10/2026
⭐️UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE⭐️⭐️
🚧 Temporary Closure Announcement 🚧
To better serve our veterans and community, the Veterans Support Group office will be closed April 30 – May 17, 2026.
We’re not just closing we’re upgrading.
New flooring. Better space. Stronger service.
Here’s what that means for you:
✔️ No appointments during this time
✔️ Office services will pause temporarily
✔️ We reopen May 18, ready to serve you better
We don’t take closing lightly. But we do take care of our space and our people.
Thank you for your patience while we improve the environment you trust us with.
05/02/2026
Can You Believe It Is May?
We have a few events we are supporting or hosting.
Mark your calendars
Come out and we always need volunteers.
Here’s what Veterans Support Group is doing in May.
🇺🇸 May 4 — Montford Point Marines Golf Tournament
We’re supporting a powerful mission honoring Marines who were overlooked for far too long.
These men served with honor—and many were never recognized.
We’re showing up to change that.
https://www.atl-mpma.org/event-6391455
Read About Who They Are.
https://www.usamm.com/blogs/news/the-montford-point-marines
🌸 May 16 9am to 4pm — McDonough Georgia 49th Annual Geranium Festival
We will be set up and present in the community.
👉🏾 We need volunteers. See the VSG staff to volunteer.
Here the information about the festival
https://geraniumfestival.com/
May 25 — Memorial Day (Wall of Honor)
A day of remembrance.
We honor those who gave everything.
🌙 May 28 — Henry County Chamber of Commerce (Business After Dark)
Location at our location
Join us on Thursday, May 28 for an extraordinary evening of networking, great food and a celebration of Henry County, GA Veterans Support Group, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM.
The Chamber Jackpot drawing will be for $250. You must be present to win!
Door Prizes are Welcome!
Donate a door prize valued at $20 or more representing your business or organization. Recognition for door prize donations will be included in the Chambers Of Commerce ENews and on their Social Media!
May 30 — Armed Services Day (Chamber Event)
We will be present, representing and supporting veterans across the county.
🧠 May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Veterans — take care of your mental health.
Not just this month.
Every month.
If you want to volunteer, support, or get involved:
Reach out or come see us at one of these events.
Yesterday April 30, 2026 we celebrated life, love and service at our Veterans Support Group!
When leadership sees the work… it hits different.
State Representative Noelle Kahaian shared this and it matters.
Because she wasn’t just in the room.
She was one of the representatives who helped approve the resolution recognizing
Veterans Support Services Awareness Day.
That means the work didn’t just stay local
it was recognized at the state level.
And that doesn’t happen by accident.
It happens when the impact is consistent enough to be seen beyond the immediate circle.
Real work travels.
It may start small,
but it doesn’t stay there.
Rep. Noelle Kahaian wrote this on her page
April 30th was Jim Dunn’s 75th birthday and we celebrated him with our resolution for “Veterans Support Services Awareness Day”.
So many from the community attended including Mayor Varner, Mayor Copeland, Chief Noble, Rep Santos and Rep Holly.
You can read HR 1784 here: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74247
Thank You all State Representatives and Mayors who see and support The Henry County Veterans Support Group
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