CORVALLIS, Ore. — Benton County’s Natural Areas, Parks & Events Department is preparing for a Memorial Day tradition: placing flags on the graves of military veterans laid to rest at Crystal Lake Cemetery.
Members of the Oregon National Guard, alongside Benton County leaders, local veterans services providers and community partners, will place U.S. flags on veterans’ graves during a ceremony beginning at 9 a.m. Wednesday, May 20.
Crystal Lake Cemetery is a historic pioneer cemetery, with roots dating back to 1860. The land was deeded to Corvallis Masonic Lodge #14 and has been managed by Benton County since 2001…