Stories of
resilience
Honor Memorial Day with these incredible stories of courage, remembrance and resilience.
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Stories of Resilience: National University’s Memorial Day Reflections
Honor Memorial Day with these incredible stories of courage, remembrance and resilience.
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My friends called him ‘St. Paul.’ Remembering Army Major Paul Voelke
While Traci Voelke would give anything to have her husband back, his death led her to a career that would help her change countless lives.
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Gold Star spouse finds purpose in helping others
Gil was the kind of team leader people hoped for.
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Remembering LTC Jacqueline Escobar, a trailblazer who shattered kevlar ceilings
Army Lieutenant Colonel Jacqueline “Jackie” Escobar spent her life pursuing things against the odds. She lived vivaciously, every single day.
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Honoring the legacy of Air Force Fighter Pilot Capt Jeffrey Braden
This is a surviving mother’s story of her sweet boy and the legacy of life and goodness he left her to share with the world.
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Anchored in Memory: Remembering USCG CDR Scott Hyung-Wook Kim
“Scott was kind and generous. He freely gave himself to others. Whether someone needed a hug, a laugh, a listening ear, or help with moving their furniture, he was always the first to volunteer to meet whatever their needs were.”
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How a surviving sister helps other families heal
Out of the deepest despair of Anna Keithly’s loss of her brother, came a desire to stand with others.
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Navy CMDCM Jeffrey Garber inspired a legacy of service. His spouse now carries the torch.
Jeff Garber was raised to give back and to serve as a humble leader. After his death, his wife Amy continued his legacy.
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How the loss of her father inspired this journalist to tell thousands of survivor stories
Mitty Mirrer lost her father in the Vietnam War. She’s dedicated her life to helping other Gold Star children.
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