Devon Horse Show Tribute to Heroes
 
By Newsdesk
May 29, 2017
 

DEVON, PA - The Berwyn Fire Company participated in the Tribute to Heroes ceremony at the Devon Horse Show on Monday night. This was the 2nd year this special event was held to recognize all branches of the military and first responders.

Personnel from the Valley Forge Military Academy & College, Radnor Fire Company, Easttown Township Police Department, and the Radnor Township Police Department also participated in the presentation of colors. The Church Farm School Choir, based in nearby Exton, performed the National Anthem and God Bless America.

A special tribute was made for PennSTAR Medevac Pilot Michael R. Murphy who tragically lost his life, on May 25, 2017, while flying a helicopter for the University of Pennsylvania Health System in New Castle, Delaware. Pilot Murphy’s sacrifice and dedication to helping others will not be forgotten.

Thank you to the Devon Horse Show & Country Fair, especially Chairman Wayne Grafton, President Richard O'Donnell, and their staff members for organizing this special ceremony.

Video courtesy of Albert T. Brawn, IV.

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PennSTAR Medevac Pilot Michael R. Murphy, Line of Duty Death 05.25.2017, was recognized for his service and dedication to helping others.
PennSTAR Medevac Pilot Michael R. Murphy, Line of Duty Death 05.25.2017, was recognized for his service and dedication to helping others.
Presentation of the colors by personnel of the Berwyn Fire Co., Radnor Fire Co., Easttown Twp. Police Dept., Radnor Twp. Police Dept., and the Valley Forge Military Academy & College.
Presentation of the colors by personnel of the Berwyn Fire Co., Radnor Fire Co., Easttown Twp. Police Dept., Radnor Twp. Police Dept., and the Valley Forge Military Academy & College.