Comcast Volunteers Honor Veterans at Wreath-Laying Ceremonies Across Florida

December 27, 2024

Comcast volunteers recently teamed up with the military community for Wreaths Across America, a national tribute to fallen veterans and their families. 2024 marks the 9th consecutive year in which Comcast participates in the meaningful event. The special day brought together employees across Florida who laid wreaths at cemeteries in Fort Myers, Jacksonville, Lake Worth, Miami, Panama City, Pompano Beach, Sarasota, Stuart and Tallahassee.

person touching a grave at cemetery — *Rachael Bonlarron, Comcast Florida’s Director of Gov. & Regulatory Affairs in Palm Beach County, attends Wreath Across America ceremony in Lake Worth Beach.*

Volunteers with Comcast’s Veterans Network (VetNet) Employee Resource Group led the effort across the nation. Hundreds of Comcast employees attended wreath-laying ceremonies at cemeteries across 15 states, marking this year’s the largest Comcast turnout to date.

people posing for a picture with wreaths in their hands — *Southwest Florida Director of Gov. & Regulatory Affairs, Justin Damiano, joins colleagues at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens for Wreaths Across America ceremony.*

Christine Pruitt, a Community Account Representative, joined her Comcast teammates at the South Florida National Cemetery in Lake Worth Beach. For her, it’s personal. She visits the solemn place often because her late father is laid to rest there. Pruitt paid tribute to her dad as she laid a wreath at his grave. Frank J. Moscati was a Vietnam War veteran, who proudly served his county.

“My dad was my hero, and it’s comforting to know his service and the sacrifices of so many others are remembered and honored in such a meaningful way,” Pruitt said. “Being part of this event, supported by my coworkers and my company, was an experience I’ll never forget.

group of people pay tribute to fallen veteran at his grave — *Christine Pruitt and her colleagues have a minute of silence in honor of Pruitt’s father who was a Vietnam War Veteran.*

Mona Dexter is Comcast’s Vice President of Military and Veteran Affairs. She emphasized the importance of these events as they remind us of the power of community and the courage of those who dedicate their lives to protecting our freedoms.

“It’s incredibly inspiring to see so many of my colleagues come together year after year for this event,” said Dexter. “Their engagement reflects the deep respect and appreciation our company has for the military community.”

people posing for a picture with wreaths at their feet — *Employees in Florida volunteer to lay wreaths at cemetery.*

VetNet members also volunteered to lay wreaths at cemeteries in Michigan, Indiana, Texas, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Arizona, Colorado, and Washington D.C. Overall, more than two million supporters gathered for Wreaths Across America to remember, honor and teach at more than 4,600 participating locations in all 50 states, at sea and abroad.

man lays wreath at relative's grave — *Comcast employee lays a wreath at relative’s grave in Florida*.

Comcast NBCUniversal remains dedicated to supporting the military community through initiatives like Wreaths Across America and ongoing programs that make a positive impact on veterans and their families. To learn more, visit Comcast’s Military Engagement webpage or check out info about the Florida VetNet team here.