Honoring Our Heroes: The Gold Star Families Memorial Monument - Remembering Those Who Gave All:

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming Gold Star Families Memorial Monument in Winston, Oregon. This monument stands as a solemn tribute to our fallen heroes and the families who carry their legacy.

 

Why This Monument Matters

• Honor and Remembrance: The monument serves as a place of honor, where we remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage echoes through time, and this memorial ensures that their names and stories are etched into our collective memory.
• Families United: Gold Star Families—the mothers, fathers, spouses, children, and siblings—bear a unique burden. They carry the weight of loss, yet their resilience and strength inspire us all. This monument acknowledges their sacrifice and provides a space for healing and connection.
• Preserving Freedom: Our fallen heroes fought to preserve the very freedoms we cherish. They stood tall, unwavering, and selfless. The monument stands as a symbol of gratitude—a reminder that freedom comes at a cost, and we must never forget those who paid it.

 

Design and Symbolism

• Circular Unity: The monument will be placed on a circular pad lined with pavers with the names of Oregons Fallen. This will represent unity and eternity. Within this circle, we find the elements that tell our story.
• Silhouettes: A saluting service member silhouette stands within the monument, honoring those who gave their lives. On the pad below it will be the graceful silhouette of an oak tree symbolizing strength and endurance—the same qualities that define our Gold Star Families.
• Feathers: Around the perimiter or the pad you will find 9 eagle feathers representing each of Oregons federally recognized Native American tribes.
• Gold Star: Overlaying the scene is a gold star, a beacon of remembrance. It reminds us that each fallen hero leaves behind a family forever changed.
• Text: The words “Gold Star Families Memorial Monument” are etched below, in the elegant Roboto font. These words carry the weight of our commitment to honor and support these families.

 

Visit and Reflect

When the monument is unveiled, we invite you to visit, reflect, and pay your respects. Let us come together as a community to honor our heroes and stand by their families.