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Bay Pines VA Healthcare System, in partnership with Bay Pines National Cemetery, invites Veterans, families, employees, volunteers, and community members to attend the annual Memorial Day Ceremony on the C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center campus. The event will take place on Monday, May 25, 2026 at the Bay Pines National Cemetery.

This special event provides an opportunity to come together in remembrance of the brave American service members who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation. The ceremony will include remarks from Bay Pines VA leadership, presentations from distinguished guests, and military honors recognizing our fallen heroes.

This year’s keynote speaker will be Gold Star Father Carlos del Castillo, whose son, 1st Lt. Dimitri A. del Castillo, U.S. Army Ranger, was killed in action while serving in Afghanistan.

The ceremony will also feature participation from the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard.

Memorial Day serves as a solemn reminder of the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of the men and women who gave their lives while serving our country. Bay Pines VA is honored to host this meaningful event and encourages the community to join in honoring their legacy.