Legislators gathered along State Street in Montpelier and on the steps of the Statehouse Thursday to honor the memory of a Marine from Danville who was killed in Afghanistan.
The remains of Cpl. Ian Muller, who was killed Friday in Afghanistan, were returned to his Vermont family Thursday morning and transported from the Burlington International Airport to Saint Johnsbury. The public was invited to line the route to honor the 22-year-old.
The House recessed in order to honor Muller as the motorcade passed outside.
“It is a heartfelt response from all legislators to be gathered out here today,” said Rep. John Moran, a Wardsboro Democrat.
As the motorcade approached, the crowd quieted and all other traffic was stopped as the hearse, escorted by seven state police cars, passed in front of the capital building. Many legislators put their hands over their hearts and an American flag was held up.
“Service members do not ask much from us and this is us being able to show them the respect that they deserve,” said Rep. Peter Fagan, a Rutland Republican.
A wake will be held on Friday and a funeral will be held Saturday, both in Saint Johnsbury.
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