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North St. Paul
Post #39
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Honor Guard

The Honor Guard performs services for members, veterans and the community. For more information about the Honor Guard, or to request their services, contact American Legion Post 39 at

651-777-3708.

Services for Post Members

At the request of the family, the Honor Guard provides funeral honors for deceased Post members. Services may include a Casket Guard during visitation, folding and presenting the American Flag to the family, and playing Taps at the cemetery or another location requested by the family.

Services for Other Veterans

On a case-by-case basis, and subject to personnel availability and approval by Honor Guard members, the Honor Guard may provide funeral honors for other veterans. Services may include folding (if necessary) and presenting the American Flag and playing Taps.

Community Events

Throughout the year, the Honor Guard participates in a variety of scheduled community events and ceremonies.​

  1. Memorial Day
    In coordination with North St. Paul VFW Post 1350, the Honor Guard assists with Memorial Day programs at St. Mary's Cemetery, Lakeview Cemetery, and Evergreen Cemetery. The Honor Guard also participates in other Memorial Day events as time and personnel allow.

  2. Veterans Day
    As availability allows, the Honor Guard posts and retires the Colors of our Country at Veterans Day events held at local schools, nursing homes, and other community locations.

  3. Parades
    The Honor Guard provides a Color Guard to lead local parades, as time and personnel allow.

  4. 4th District, Minnesota American Legion
    When selected to serve as the 4th District Honor Guard, the team posts and retires the Colors at District events, including the Midwinter Conference and District Convention.

  5. Other Community Events
    Upon request and subject to availability, the Honor Guard may post and retire the Colors at other community events. These may include the Oakdale/Lake Elmo Prayer Breakfast, grand openings, and governmental functions such as award ceremonies.

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