What Memorial Day Means to Me

As a veteran and the owner of Eric L Ash Agency, Memorial Day is far more than just a long weekend or the unofficial start of summer. It’s a solemn and deeply personal reminder of the brothers and sisters who made the ultimate sacrifice — those who didn’t get to come home.

Memorial Day is a time to honor the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication of those who gave everything for the freedoms we enjoy every day. For me, it’s not about recognition or parades. It’s about remembering their names, their stories, and the families they left behind.

At our agency, service isn’t just something we say — it’s a value we live by. The principles I learned in the military — duty, honor, and commitment — guide the way we serve our clients and our community today.

As you gather with family or enjoy the outdoors this weekend, I ask you to pause for a moment. Reflect on the meaning behind the day. Honor the fallen. And remember that freedom has never been free.

To those who served and sacrificed — we remember you. We thank you.