Hundreds honor veterans at the Florida National Cemetery on Memorial Day

BUSHNELL, Fla. — Throughout the nation, People are honoring the servicemen and girls who sacrificed their lives on this Memorial Day.

On the Florida Nationwide Cemetery, a whole lot gathered to honor those that gave the final full measure of devotion.

Capturing recollections and moments is what Danielle Hendrix is tasked with doing this Memorial Day.

As she snapped photos, it was clear that this yr appears a bit extra particular.

Persons are capable of come collectively as soon as once more, after being aside due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

It’s simple to see this job means rather a lot to her and to her husband Morgan Hendrix, who’s a veteran

“As quickly as I acquired out of the Military, I used to be prepared for a change, and a life. So I settled right here,” stated Morgan Hendrix.

Morgan Hendrix has labored on the cemetery for six years, ensuring the households of the fallen are comfortable and comfy — particularly on days like Memorial Day — are vital.

Amongst the guests, this pair pays a go to to one in all their very own — to Danielle Hendrix’s grandfather, Military Specialist Dennis Gross.

“I feel he could be proud to know what we do right here,” she stated. “Undoubtedly Memorial Day. He was very happy with his service to his nation.”

Danielle and Morgan Hendrix are educating the following era the significance of those that fought for his or her nation.

“It’s not simply someday we should always memorialize everyone — it needs to be each single day, and so I feel that’s what we do,” stated Danielle Hendrix. “That’s our mission.”