Virginia’s senior leaders honor service members who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country at the Commonwealth’s Memorial Day Ceremony May 25, 2026, at the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia. Governor Abigail Spanberger and First Gentleman Adam Spanberger, and retired Maj. Gen. Timothy P. Williams, the Virginia Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs, and his wife Cheryl Williams, placed memorial wreaths to honor the fallen. Maj. Gen. James W. Ring, the Adjutant General of Virginia, provided remarks to the crowd. Sgt. Emeana P. McDonald led the pledge of allegiance and the 29th Infantry Division Band Fife & Drum Group provided music for the ceremony. Members of the Virginia Defense Force volunteered their time to provide guest services and escort support. (U.S. National Guard photo by A.J. Coyne)