FOREST VIEW VETERANS MEMORIAL COMMITTEE
Our Village was founded in 1924 exclusively by veterans of World War I. More than a century has passed, and it is long overdue to erect a memorial to honor all those who have served in the U.S. military throughout the years.
The Village Board has designated the vacant lot at 4601 Wenonah (across from the Fire Station) to be the location for the new Forest View Veterans Memorial.
Our fundraising goal is $75,000 to complete Phase 1 for dedication this Veterans Day, November 11, 2026.
- Mike Grossi - Committee Chair
- Laura McGuffey - Committee Chair
- Tim Kutt - Project Manager
- John Marbes - Resident Veteran Advisor
- Gary Phanka - Resident Veteran Advisor
The Memorial project is being funded entirely by grants and donations.
No additional taxpayer dollars will be involved.
We ask for your financial support in this worthy endeavor.
Please make checks payable to: ‘Forest View Veterans Memorial’
A dedicated account has been set up to receive checks or cash donations at the
Forest View Village Hall. For more information, please send email to vetmemcom@forestview-il.org.
- Cash or Check (may be mailed or dropped off) Forest View Veterans Memorial
Forest View Village Hall
Attn.: Laura McGuffey
7000 46th Street
Forest View, IL 60402-4300 -
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