O'Fallon Veterans' Monument Association

O'Fallon Veterans' Monument Association The O'Fallon Veterans' Monument is located at 737 E Wesley Dr in O'Fallon, Illinois -- dedicated in 2006 as a tribute to veterans of the O'Fallon area.

The O'Fallon Veterans' Monument Association was founded in 2002 for the expressed purpose of creating a suitable monument honoring O'Fallon, Illinois area veterans past, present and future. What began as just a dream became reality in 2006 with the dedication of a beautiful 15-pillar star-shaped granite monument. Lovely to see during the day and also when lit at night, the monument is located off

of North Seven Hills Road on the south side of East Wesley Drive, just northwest of the O'Fallon Safety Center (Police Station) and the O'Fallon YMCA. The O'Fallon Veterans' Monument is the largest in the area and is located on a beautifully landscaped acre of ground. Enjoy a moment of mediation seated on one of several benches taking in the sound and serenity of a pond and its fountains. The Monument is a continuous tribute to O'Fallon veterans with names being added twice a year. Those received between March 1 and August 31 will be inscribed in time for Veterans Day. Those received between September 1 and February 29 will be inscribed in time for Memorial Day. Special ceremonies are held at the Monument each Memorial Day and Veterans Day which include the reading of newly inscribed names. Any honorably separated veteran who has ever lived within the boundaries of O'Fallon Township High School District 203 or in O'Fallon Township is eligible for inscription. For your convenience, a kiosk directory, providing a personal history and the pillar location of each veteran's name is located at the entrance to the Monument. Applications for inscription as well as photos and other information can be accessed at the Association's website

www.ofallonveteransmonument.org

Cost is $100 per name. Our mailing address is PO Box 406, O'Fallon, IL 62269.

05/13/2026

O’Fallon Veterans Monument to Hold Memorial Day Ceremony

O’FALLON, IL — The City of O’Fallon invites the public to a Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 25th, at the Veterans Monument, located at 737 Wesley Drive. This ceremony serves as a formal tribute to our nation’s service members and will feature the introduction of newly inscribed names to the monument.

The event will officially begin at 11:30 a.m., with pre-service music starting at 11:15 a.m. Major General Charles D. Bolton, Commander of the 18th Air Force, will serve as the guest speaker. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and water for comfort during the program.

Event Highlights:
The ceremony will feature a wide range of community and military participation, including:

Keynote Speaker: Major General Charles D. Bolton, Commander, 18th Air Force.

Military & Youth Honors: Participation from the OTHS AFJ ROTC, VFW Post 805, and retired officers Lt. Colonel Ronald E. Garrison and Colonel Larry Strube.

Musical Performances: Patriotic selections performed by the OTHS Band Ensemble and the OTHS Choir.

Community Guests: Special appearance by Miss O’Fallon, Kyra Gallagher.

Veteran Recognition: Attending veterans are encouraged to wear their medals and decorations.

Event Details at a Glance:
What: Memorial Day Observance

When: Monday, May 25th | 11:30 a.m. (Pre-service music at 11:15 a.m.)

Where: The Veterans Monument, 737 Wesley Drive, O’Fallon, IL

Admission: Free and open to the public

In the case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved to the First Baptist Church, located at 1111 East Highway 50 in O’Fallon.

05/13/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

City of O’Fallon and VFW Post 805 to Host Memorial Day Observance

O’FALLON, IL — The City of O’Fallon, in partnership with VFW Post 805, invites the community to gather for a solemn Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 25th, to honor the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

The ceremony will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the O’Fallon Cemetery. This annual tradition
provides a dedicated space for residents to reflect on the cost of freedom and pay tribute to our fallen
heroes.

Event Highlights:

The ceremony will feature several tributes and community contributions, including:

- Keynote Remarks: Mayor Eric VanHook and retired USAF Master Sergeant Will Davis will
offer reflections on the significance of the day.

- Military Honors: VFW Post 805 will provide an Honor Guard and a formal wreath presentation.

- Musical Tributes: The O’Fallon Township High School (OTHS) Band will perform patriotic
selections, concluding with the sounding of Taps.

- Community Display: The O’Fallon Fire Department will display a large American flag at the
site, creating a powerful backdrop for the morning’s events.

In preparation for the holiday, the grounds of the O’Fallon Cemetery will be decorated with American
flags at the gravesites of veterans, a volunteer effort led by Kim and Jim Sabella.

Event Details at a Glance:

- What: Memorial Day Observance
- When: Monday, May 25th | 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
- Where: O’Fallon Cemetery, O’Fallon, IL
- Admission: Free and open to the public

All residents, veterans, and families are encouraged to attend. In the event of inclement weather, please
check the City of O’Fallon’s social media pages for updates.

05/10/2026

*****PRESS RELEASE*********

O’Fallon Veterans Monument
Memorial Day Event 2026

The City of O’Fallon will hold a Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 25th at 11:30 am at The Veterans Monument, located at 737 Wesley Drive, O’Fallon IL. The guest speaker will be Major General Charles D Bolton, Commander, 18th Air Force. There will be participation from the OTHS AFJ ROTC; VFW Post 805; Miss O’Fallon Kyra Gallagher; Lt Colonel Ronald E Garrison (Ret.); OTHS Band Ensemble; OTHS Choir and Colonel Larry Strube (Ret.), in addition to others. The names of the newly inscribed veterans will be introduced at that time. Pre-service music will begin at 11:15. Veterans are encouraged to wear their medals and decorations that day. Please bring your own lawn chairs and water. In case of inclement weather, the event will take place at the First Baptist Church, located at 1111 East Highway 50 in O’Fallon.

11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day 🇺🇸

Today we honor the courage, sacrifice and commitment of all our veterans. We are deeply grateful to those who answered the call of duty — thank you for your service.

Reminder there will be an observance and parade held today to honor our veterans.

The observance begins at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church of O’Fallon, 1111 E Hwy 50. (Pre-service music starts at 10:45 a.m.)

The parade kicks off at 2:00 p.m. starting at the intersection of E 3rd St. & S Hilgard St. near the Community Park ending at VFW Post 805.

11/01/2025

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737 E Wesley Drive
O'Fallon, IL
62269

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