On Saturday, town officials, veterans, family members, friends, and residents gathered for a street dedication ceremony honoring the memory of PFC Lawrence O. Rose, a U.S. Army soldier with the 101st Airborne Division who was killed in action during the Vietnam War 58 years ago.
Rose, who grew up on Lake Lucille and attended Clarkstown schools, made the ultimate sacrifice while serving his country. He was awarded the Purple Heart and several other military honors for his service and sacrifice. Several members of the Rose family, including his brother Glenn, still reside in the Lake Lucille community.
The ceremony was led by Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann and Town Council members Frank Valentino and Mark Woods Axelrod, who were joined by Vietnam veterans, representatives of the VFW and American Legion, neighbors, and friends for the unveiling of the street dedication sign.
The town also recognized the contributions of the Clarkstown Police Department Honor Guard, the Highway Department, DEFM staff, Rockland County Veterans Service Agency representative Susan Branam, singer Autumn Nardini, and family friend Doug Davidson for helping make the ceremony a meaningful tribute to the fallen soldier.
