Memorial Wreath Tribute
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · Golden Gate National Cemetery · San Bruno, CA
Please join us to honor the legacy of FADM Chester W. Nimitz, USN, Founding Commanding Officer of NROTC UC Berkeley, and Catherine F. Nimitz.
A wreath is a timeless symbol of victory, honor, and eternal remembrance, marking sacred ground and ensuring that service members are never forgotten. The circular shape of the wreath, with no beginning and no end, represents eternity, while the evergreens signify longevity and endurance.
9:00 - 10:00 AM
Call to Order - Dennis LaFlam, NROTC UCB / Cal Alumnus
Welcome and Introductions - LT Paul Greenbaum, USN / Master of Ceremonies; NROTC UCB Naval Science Instructor
Presentation of Colors - Color Guard, U.S. Navy Reserve Center, Alameda
National Anthem
Invocation - CAPT David Aaron Stroud, CHC, USN; Chaplain, USCG Pacific Area Command
Remarks - CAPT Kenneth Packard, USN; Commanding Officer, NROTC UCB
Tribute to FADM Chester W. Nimitz - MIDN Jasmine Lee, USNR; MIDN Battalion Commanding Officer, NROTC UCB
Tribute to Catherine F. Nimitz - Linda Canlas; Educator / former NROTC UCB Midshipman
Recognition of Flag Officers
Presentation of Wreaths - Knights of Columbus - Fourth Degree, Northern California District, St. Junipero Serra Province
Gun Volley
Taps
Moment of Silence
Benediction - CAPT David Aaron Stroud, CHC, USN
Closing/Dismissal - LT Paul Greenbaum, USN
Final program subject to adjustment.
Event Program
Active Duty Military/Veterans in Uniform: Service Dress (Blue); Service “A”
Midshipmen: Service Dress Blues or Appropriate Civilian Attire
Civilians: Appropriate Civilian Attire
Attire
The Golden Gate National Cemetery is located in San Bruno, south of San Francisco. The address is 1300 Sneath Ln., San Bruno, CA 94066.
The Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz Gravesite is located in Section C-1. Click here to view the exact location on Google Maps.
Attendees can park along Nimitz Drive near the gravesite.
Location & Parking
