A LASTING LEGACY – HONORING WARRINGTON RESIDENTS WHO SERVED AMERICA

In our country, people have found many special ways to show thanks and respect to those who have served others. One great example is the War Memorial in Igoe Wellings Park in Warrington. This memorial honors the men and women who served—and some who gave their lives—to protect the freedoms we all enjoy. Many people in Warrington may not know the full story behind the memorial, including how it was created and how it's used today by our Veterans Affairs Committee.

Before the current memorial, there was a wooden one built in 1943 to honor those who served in World War II. In 2005, a new, more permanent granite memorial was built in the same spot. It was funded by donations and support from Dennis Igoe, who wrote to the Board of Supervisors. The site location was Rotarian John Paul's idea, and the new memorial kept the same names and information as the original wooden one. The total cost was $25,000, and many Rotary Club members helped with the design, building, and landscaping.

On May 23, 2012, the township inducted a record 40 new Township veterans onto the new War Memorial. These veterans joined the names of heroes who collectively served in all branches of the United States Armed Forces.

This and future Memorial Day events wouldn’t be possible without the vision and hard work of the Warrington Rotary Club. Thanks to their dedication, donations, and efforts, the memorial stands today as a peaceful place where the community can remember and honor its heroes. The township gave a special thank-you to the Rotary for their leadership and commitment to creating this lasting tribute.