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ple who’ve served and people who have fallen for our country,” Smither said.

The military recognizes the day as a national holiday. Smither will spend the three-day weekend helping his parents out at their small business, Elk Creek Marina, on the lake, but he plans on visiting with one of his personal heroes, his grandfather, who served in Vietnam next weekend.

“I have a grandfather who served in Vietnam, and my other grandfather was in the Army Reserves,” Smither said. “I’ll be able to have a few meals with him and spend some quality time with him.”

Smither hasn’t lost anyone personally to him who has served, but that doesn’t stop him from observing the importance of Memorial Day. He views their sacrifices on and off the battlefield as the reason why he has the opportunity to serve.

“We wouldn’t have this country without the soldiers who have served and who have fallen for the protection of this country,” Smither said.

Memorial Day is not just for those who have lost friends and family who served. Smither encourages all OSU students to observe the day and take a moment to remember those who laid the groundwork to ensure their futures.

“We wouldn’t have colleges without the soldiers who have served,” Smither said. “We wouldn’t be able to live our lives as we do in America without them.”

Smither hopes everyone will remember this weekend, as school lets out and summer goes into full swing, that our nation’s fallen service members made it all possible.

For those in the Stillwater area and looking for a way to be part of the Memorial Day celebration, the Murph Challenge, in honor of Lieutenant Murphy, who gave his life in the line of duty, will be taking place at the Colvin’s east fields from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The challenge is very physically demanding; those who do not wish to participate can attend to support the participants. For every one home for the summer, check out local community websites for event information. Have a great weekend, stay safe, and don’t forget to take a moment to thank those who came before.

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