GRAFTON — Hundreds of people filled Veterans Memorial Park in Grafton on Sunday to remember Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed last week while speaking at Utah Valley University.

The Republican Party of Ozaukee County organized the vigil, which brought together families, neighbors, and supporters.

“This is a little town of faith, and I think that exemplifies why so many people are here,” said Jim Wagner, who attended with his wife, Jane.

Flags lined the park as songs, prayers, and speeches carried through the crowd.

Kim Burden and her daughters, Sophie and Bella Schwoegler, wore sweatshirts they made the night before with the word “freedom” printed on the front.

Burden said Kirk’s message encouraged them to speak confidently about their beliefs.

“It was really impactful seeing eve

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