(ABC 6 News) – The news hit close to home for people in Rochester, and residents wanted to express their support for the three service members who tragically lost their lives while on duty.

They came together to honor the lives of sergeant William Rivers, and specialists Breonna Moffett and Kennedy Sanders.

One by one, speakers took to the podium to share a few words and remind everyone the sacrifices those in the military make.

“Those that serve us overseas in danger areas day in and day out, they’re there while we’re here and don’t have to run the risks and danger,” Minnesota House Representative Duane Quam (R) said.

Chairman of the Bell of Honor Jan Throndson was happy with the turnout and people taking the time to remember the lives of these soldiers.

“It only takes one to remember, but we had a very good turnout for a very short notice because no one picks the time of death.”

Law enforcement and veterans showed their support throughout the event as they took part in the passing of the flag ceremony to lead up to the bell ringing.

The bell rung seven times, with each ring holding a different meaning.

“The first toll of bells they responded, the second toll is they served, the third toll is they protected, the fourth toll is they defended, the fifth toll is they sacrificed, the sixth toll is they suffered, and the final toll, with a break, is they gave the ultimate sacrifice their loss of life,” Throndson said.

While the ceremony was a time to remember the lives lost tragically last Sunday, it was an important reminder for every one of the sacrifices being made to protect this country.

“Everyone here that have risked their lives saving others, protecting others, I honor you, and we all should honor you everyday,” representative Quam said.

Since October 18, there have been a total of 166 attacks on U.S. military service members.

Now, the U.S. plans to retaliate against the group responsible for the deadly strike.