The United Daughters of the Confederacy Granville Beville Chapter 2234 recently held a Memorial Day service and dedication at the Empire Cemetery in Groveland.
The ceremony began with Colors Posted by the Sons of the Confederate Veterans, Gen. Jubal A. Early Camp 556 of Tampa -- all dressed in period attire.
As each military marker was unveiled, a wreath of
Confederate Jasmine was placed at the grave. There were about 100 people
in attendance, most descendants of Confederate soldiers, and family
members were given a chance to speak.