Residents from all over Whidbey and Camano islands gathered in Coupeville Saturday, May 24 to celebrate and honor those who have served and those who died for their country. The town’s annual Memorial Day Parade and Remembrance Ceremony participants from clubs, organizations and individuals with and without military affiliation. The parade, which lasted roughly one hour, ended at Coupeville Town Park where Capt. Darryl Walker, commander, Electronic Attack Wing, U.S. Pacific Fleet, and Coupeville Mayor Nancy Conard spoke to the importance of the day. Pearl Harbor survivor Jim Stansell led a traditional bell ceremony. On Memorial Day, Monday, June 26, services were held at cemeteries in Oak Harbor and Coupeville.