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Memorial Day Program - El Toro Memorial Park

May contain a bagpiper with flower wreaths in the background

On Monday, May 29, 2023, El Toro Memorial Park will host its 32nd Annual Memorial Day Program at 11:00 a.m.  The program will be held in the Old Section at the rear of the park.  The program is free to the public and will take place rain or shine.  Attendees are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs and seating for 500 will be provided. 

This year's keynote speaker will be the Mayor of Lake Forest and Marine Corps Veteran, Doug Cirbo.  Special music will be provided by the Master Chorale of Saddleback Valley. Amazing Grace will be played by bagpiper Richard Cook and Taps will be performed by bugler, Alfred Long. There will aslo be a wreath presentation by representatives from the surrounding cities and an Honor Guard Firing Salute provided by member of VFW Post 6024.  American Legion Chaplain Frank Cook will also provide a World War I Historical Display. 

The Orange County Cemetery District wishes to thank all of the many volunteers who make this program possible.