Mattituck-Cutchogue UFSD salutes its veterans: Wall of Honor 2025

On Nov. 10, Mattituck Jr./Sr. High School hosted the ninth annual Wall of Honor Induction Ceremony, which included the induction of nine alumni and one faculty member, bringing the total number of honorees to 185. 

The Wall of Honor serves as a permanent tribute to alumni and community members who have served or who are currently serving in the United States military. It stands year-round as a reminder of the courage, sacrifice and commitment demonstrated by these individuals. It also allows the district to thank these veterans while inspiring current students to see them as role models. 

This year’s inductees include: 

William J. Cox, Class of 1979 – Navy 
Bill Demchuk, Class of 1968 – Army 
Charles Robert Gremler, Class of 1960 – Navy 
William Michael Gremler, Class of 1953 – Navy 
Daniel Guyton, Class of 1975 – Air Force 
Christopher Imbriano, Class of 2019 – Air Force 
David P. Schultz, Faculty 1973–2007 – Army 
Kyle Sidor, Class of 2004 – Space Force 
Martin B. Sidor, Class of 1939 – Army 
William T. Topping, Class of 1976 – Air Force 

  The ceremony included opening performances by the NJROTC Color Guard and the Select Chorus, elevating the dedication of this meaningful event. The Wall of Honor is a community effort with contributions from Mattituck Jr./Sr. High School staff and students. Special thanks also go to the Sheryll family, East End Sporting Goods, the Mattituck–Southold–Greenport NJROTC unit and the Southold Town PBA for their ongoing support. 

In addition to the ceremony, the school is expanding its Veterans Day activities through A Heart for Our Heroes. Students wrote reflections and letters honoring special veterans in their lives and planted American flags in a heart-shaped outline on the lawn outside the library. New inductees and their families were invited to participate, connecting the Wall of Honor to the wider school community. 

As Principal Patrick K. Burke reflected during the ceremony, the Wall of Honor is “living history, connecting past, present and future,” representing parents, grandparents, staff, alumni and community members whose service continues to inspire. 

The district encourages all community members to visit the Wall of Honor year-round and thank those who have served. For families unable to attend, private visits can be arranged through the principal’s office. 

The districts thanks all veterans for their bravery and selfless service. Their contributions and sacrifices will always be remembered. 

 

 

 

Photos courtesy of the Mattituck-Cutchogue Union Free School District