They will gather today in Media, just as they have for the past 50 years.

They convene every Nov. 11 to remember – and honor – those who have served in defense of their country.

It is Veterans Day.

But something will be different today in the county seat. No doubt some old soldiers who were there last year will not be present for this year’s festivities.

One in particular.

Phillies fans knew him as “the voice of summer.”

But for the past 20 years, Harry Kalas also served as the emcee for the Veterans Day Parade in Media. Harry was a veteran himself and did it out of respect for the men and women who served, and his deep, abiding feelings for the town he called home.

We lost Kalas last April. Summer - and Phillies baseball – will never quite be the same.

Neither will the Media Veterans Day Parade.

Rest well, Harry. On this day when we salute all veterans, we salute you one more time.