Chester War Memorial repairs needed

CHESTER — On Rt. 154 entering Chester are Chester’s War Memorials. Dedicated in 1939, the World War I memorial features a granite doughboy figure atop a monument listing local veterans. In 2004, American Legion Post #97 unveiled an elegant granite monument honoring Chester residents who served in World War II, Korea, Vietnam and postVietnam conflicts.

Over the years maintenance and minor repairs have been funded by the Town of Chester, volunteers and American Legion Post #97. But fourteen years have taken their toll on our Memorial. Post #97 members have identified some issues that need to be addressed — most importantly is the fence on the front perimeter of the memorial. The pressure treated wooden fence is rotting away and needs to be replaced. Plans are to use granite posts and black chain which will be less susceptible to the weather. Donations are needed for repairs. Any contribution, however small, will be welcome. Donors may request to be added to a donor list that will be published in the local paper at the conclusion of our project.

The goal is $6,000 for the new fence at the Chester’s War Memorial. If more funds are donated then what covers the price of supplies and installation of the fence, members will use those funds to repair the flagpoles. Donations may be made out to American Legion Post #97 and mailed to PO Box 122, Chester, CT 06412. All donations are tax deductible and very much appreciated.