Photo Gallery: Echoes of Honor: A Memorial Day of Remembrance

A portrait of Dolia Gonzalez rests gently among the seats during the Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony. Mother of hometown hero Freddy Gonzalez , her quiet strength and sacrifice linger like a prayer in the room, framed by flags and remembrance Friday, May 23, 2025 in Edinburg. (Delcia Lopez | dlopez@themonitor.com)

The ceremony included a moment of silence n memory of Mrs. Dolia Gonzalez, the beloved mother of Edinburg’s own Medal of Honor recipient, Sgt. Alfredo “Freddy” Gonzalez. (Delcia Lopez | dlopez@themonitor.com)

Edward Guerrero, 5, holds a flag as he observes the Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony at the Edinburg Municipal Auditorium Friday, May 23, 2025 in Edinburg. (Delcia Lopez | dlopez@themonitor.com)

Members of the Marine Corps League of the RGV prepare to post the colors during the Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony Friday, May 23, 2025 in Edinburg. (Delcia Lopez | dlopez@themonitor.com)

Edinburg High School JROTC Honor Guard member places the helmet on the battlefield cross at the Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony at the Edinburg Municipal Auditorium Friday, May 23, 2025. (Delcia Lopez | dlopez@themonitor.com)

Members of American Legion Post 408 read the names of Edinburg’s fallen heroes—from World War I through the most recent conflicts. One by one, the names of the fallen soldiers echoed through silence, each a solemn tribute during the Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony at the Edinburg Municipal Auditorium Friday, May 23, 2025. (Delcia Lopez | dlopez@themonitor.com)

As the colors are posted, Sgt. Francisco Barrientes stands in solemn salute, honoring the moment at the Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony at the Edinburg Municipal Auditorium Friday, May 23, 2025. (Delcia Lopez | dlopez@themonitor.com)