At left, Karl Hagaman, commander of Eichar-De Curtins VFW Celina Post 5713, and Tom May stand beside a flag-draped casket in front of the Mercer County Courthouse in Celina on Thursday. The Silent Watch vigil aims to honor the 17 veterans who daily lose their battle to suicide and raise awareness for those still struggling. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available for anyone struggling with mental health or emotional distress by calling or texting 988.