11/04/2026
For many men, the flags flying at Washington Crossing National Cemetery represent something to stand for, something to believe in. Many of the men who volunteered to serve our country went on to being better people, building communities, raising families, and having a sense of pride in their country. Today we held a funeral for a man that had such values, ideas and love for family and friends. That love was shown right back to him as they honored him (hundreds of people) during his visitation and mass in the church that he loved (St Charles Borromeo). His daughter eulogized him, honorably. A folded American flag and bronze star that he earned were in his casket for all to see. He earned those distinctions, and those in attendance understood that the departed represented the best of the best of our people in this beautiful land, that he felt was important to protect. It was a beautiful sendoff.
Rest In Peace
Bernard Francis Grill, Jr.
1949-2026