It is because of these brave men and women that we can cherish the most precious gift we have: our freedom,” Adams said.

"Every day is Memorial Day for those of us that served in combat," said Army Ranger veteran Mark Sheridan, an 83-year-old Purple Heart recipient.

The National Weather Service forecasts mixed weather for New York boroughs, including showers and high rip current risk along the southeast coast, with sunny spells expected by Memorial Day.