This weekend, thousands will attend the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Emmitsburg, Maryland to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Fallen Sun Prairie Fire Capt. Cory Barr will be one of the 119 recognized in a ceremony on Sunday.
Capt. Barr’s widow, Abby Barr, their twin daughters, family, Sun Prairie Fire Chief Christopher Garrison and more will attend.
Abby Barr said she is not sure what to expect, but said it will give her a chance to both honor her husband and meet other wives who have gone through the same thing.
“I am hoping to be able to go and come back with a new perspective and gratitude for what they have done for Cory,” she said. Sun Prairie Fire Chief Christopher Garrison said it will be an opportunity to celebrate the life of Capt. Barr and provide closure.