Christmas (Old English: Crīstesmæsse, meaning "Christ's Mass") is an annual commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ and a widely observed cultural holiday, celebrated generally on December 25 by billions of people around the world. A feast central to the Christian liturgical year, it closes the Advent season and initiates the twelve days of Christmastide, which ends after the twelfth night. Christmas is a civil holiday in many of the world's nations, is celebrated by an increasing number of non-Christians, and is an integral part of the Christmas and holiday season.
Brother Awol (Kevin McCarn) memorial services will be held on December 27, 2014 at the Martinsburg, WV VA center main chapel at 1200. The address for the VA Center is 510 Butler Ave, Martinsburg, WV 25405. The memorial service will be followed by a short ride to a celebration of life at the McFarland House 409 S. Queen St, Martinsburg, WV 25401 which will begin at 1400. parking assistance and guidance will be provided at both locations by the WV2 Chapter.
The McFarland house has donated the food and beverages for the celebration of life and there will be a cash bar for adult beverages available.