This is a combined program led by VFW Post 1638 and supported by members of the American Legion, DAV, AMVETS, Auxiliaries, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts and the Knights of Columbus.  The Merrill City Band will again be providing inspiration music appropriate to Memorial Day.  Visitation starts at 10:30 AM with the formal program starting at 11 (eleven) AM.   Featured speaker will be US Marine Kevin Hermaning who was held hostage along with Fifty-two other American diplomats by Iran for 440 days and was witness to a rescue attempt that cost the lives of 8 United States servicemen. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket for your families’ comfort.  If inclement weather, we will be proceeding to the Northwoods Veterans Post Hall at 601 Johnson St. Merrill, WI.