Bay pines va to host annual last roll call ceremony of remembrance | va bay pines health care | veterans affairs

BAY PINES , FL — Today, Bay Pines VA Healthcare System’s Chaplain Service announced they plan to host the organization’s annual Last Roll Call Ceremony of Remembrance for families, Dec. 10,

2023, at the C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center. “Our pastoral care mission always extends to services that support Veterans and their families,” said Bay Pines VA Chief of Chaplains Joe

Stephens. “The Last Roll Call Ceremony offers us an opportunity to create that bridge of support and let those families know we are here to support them.” Families and friends of Veterans

who have passed this year are asked to join the pastoral care team for the 1 p.m. ceremony, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in the J.C. Cobb Conference Room, located in the C.W. Bill Young VA Medical

Center, first floor, room 1D-127. “We extend our deepest condolences to the families who have lost a loved one this year, and we understand the holidays can be a challenging time,” added

Stephens. “We want you to know our team is here to support you, and we are grateful for the opportunity to remember and celebrate the amazing lives, contributions, and services of those who

are no longer here with us.” Families and friends who expect to attend are kindly asked to RSVP to the Bay Pines VA Chaplain’s Office by calling 727-398-6661, ext. 15547 as soon as possible.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THIS EVENT OR FUTURE COVERAGE OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Bay Pines VA Healthcare System’s Public Affairs Officer Rob Frazier at [email protected] or

727-317-8120. See the latest news, stories, and Veteran health care information available on our official website or official social media accounts.