Jefferson Memorial Cemetery, Funeral Home, Crematory & Arboretum is proud to announce the installation of a flag retirement box, constructed by Zachary Horvath of Boy Scout Troop 338 as part of his Eagle Scout Project. This initiative provides a meaningful way for the community to retire worn or damaged U.S. flags.

The flag retirement box is located outside of the cemetery office where residents can drop off their flags for proper retirement. Once the box is filled, Jefferson Memorial will hold a flag retirement ceremony, honoring the flags and their significance to our nation.

According to the U.S. Flag Code, "the flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem of display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning." Community members are encouraged to utilize the box to retire flags that show signs of wear, such as:

• Fraying or unraveling;
• Fading of colors;
• Tears or holes;
• Stains or discoloration.

“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Zachary Horvath for his dedication and hard work in creating this valuable resource for our community,” said Vice President Dagny V. Neel Fitzpatrick. “His initiative not only demonstrates the spirit of scouting but also fosters a sense of respect and patriotism within our community.”

Jefferson Memorial thanks Zachary for his commitment to serving others and for providing a dignified way for residents to honor our nation's flag. For more information about the flag retirement box, please contact the Jefferson Memorial Cemetery office at (412) 655-4500 or [email protected].