Cheney Free Press -

MEDICAL LAKE — America’s war dead were honored during a solemn observance Monday, May 29, at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery.

The Memorial Day observance at 21702 W. Espanola Road, kicked off at 11 a.m. under sunny skies.

Approximately 500 people, including veterans and family members, were in attendance.

Cemetery Director Rudy Lopez gave the opening address in which he thanked the families of the fallen soldiers and introduced the guest speakers.

“Thank you for your unwavering commitment to this country, for your service to America,” Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers,...