Readers send 152 messages of love to honor veterans
Photos and messages of love for veterans and current military members pour in through our Facebook Page every November 11.
Because of the large response we created a gallery to share with your family and friends. It includes submissions from 2016, 2015, 2014 and 2013.
To add your veteran to the gallery email eds@tucson.com — don't forget to include their name in the description along with why you are honoring them.
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I would like to honor my grandfather Jose Valencia for igniting a rich family tradition of dedicated military service from the Korean Conflict through Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn.
Top row: My Grandfather Jose Valencia US Army, his 4 sons: Richard Valenica US Navy, Leonard Valencia US Navy, Michael Valencia US Army, Oscar Valencia US Marines
Bottom row: (My cousin) Richard Barreda US Army, (Myself) Antonio Duarte US Marines, (My cousin/Son of Oscar Valencia) Guillermo Valencia US Army
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My Dad tsgt Albert Leon Slusher.
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My grandfather, Ramon Cardenas, US Army later with the Air Force, WWII Battle of the Bulge, MIA/POW.
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Jose M. Soto Sr., US Army, Vietnam
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Richard H. Davis, US Army 1942-46.
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William Harlan Davis, US Navy.
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Rolland G. Hankey, US Army, ETO 1943-46.
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USMC Sgt. Mario A R Sanchez
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Harold Herman Schuler (center), Guam 1945
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Submitted by Paula Fleming: My son, US Army SSG Joshua Tash, served 2 full years a Medic in Iraq and Afghanistan. He currently is in the Washington State Guard. My grandson, US Army PFC Corbin Tash, is currently deployed to Korea where he is working on Helicopters.
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My uncle Vicente Rivera in 1965, Vietnam. Honoring a what a great man he is to all of his family. And for his service to our country!
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Grandpa and soon to be Grandma. December 2, 1941. U.S Navy quartermaster Atlantic Fleet.
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This is my husband... Armando....
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Jess Perkins, U.S. Army, veteran, my uncle. Thank you, Uncle Jess, for your sacrifice. heart emoticon
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Robin Head 6 campaigns in the Vietnam War
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My Dad. Calvin Stone WWII Army Air Corp. RIP
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My Dad, miss you so much.
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My husband Josh and our son Carson OEF Afghanistan proud of them both.
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I am honoring my father Raul Miranda, he was so proud to have served his country.
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Ed Perkins, U.S. Army, veteran (my dad). Dad, I love you more than words can say. Thanks for staying safe during your service in the Army.
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This was my Grandfather Oscar Elias served in the Marine Corps fought the Korean War he truly was an amazing man my hero anybody who knew this man had nothing but good things he could walk into the room and just send light in everybodys lives he played roles in famous movies still playing today he was a famous boxer fought famous people he retired his gloves after one fight that changed his life forever he was such an incredible human being he passed away 3yrs ago at the age of 67 he still had so much life too live but god needed my hero more than i did i miss him every single day I Love you Tata thank you for your services and for the most wonderful 27 years i had with you
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Jeffrey Headlee, U.S. Marine Corps, my son. I am so proud of you, Jeffrey. Thank you for your service in the states and overseas. With love, Mom.
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My husband, CMSgt James Gooch USAF Retired. He served our country for 22 years including service during the Vietnam Nam War. Our family is very proud of him.
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My son Justin ...usaf..he served over seas 3 tours ....love him much
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The man in the tie is my father in law George Aguilar he's active military 38plus years thank u dad love kay Alex n Cyrus he is proud to serve our country . Thank you so much for all you do we love u
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This is my son 1st Sgt Travis Surprise. I honor him for his selfless sacrifice to keep not only our fsmily, but our great nation safe and free. He sacrifices time with his family so others can spend time with theirs, living in freedom. He will ALWAYS be my Hero!
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My husband Shawn USN ...USS enterprise...he passed away 2014 ...his military funeral service
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This is my Dad, Joseph L. Clark from an AZ pioneer family. He was a student at Tucson High and in the JRROTC when America entered WWII. He graduated a semester early in January 1943, so that he could enlist with his brother. My dad was trained at Ft. Benning in the 517th, which is now known as the 82nd Airborne. His unit was moved to Ft. Meade near Baltimore where he met our mom. He then was sent into the European theatre where he was stationed in England and France. This photo was taken in Lille, France just before he was to go into Belgium when Hitler killed himself. His unit didn't wear patches in case they were taken prisoner. My Dad is still with us, thankfully. He and our Mom just celebrated their 70th Anniversary. We were able to take him back to DC in 2007 to see the WWII memorial and his unit's reunion. What an honor to be in the presence of those heroes.
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Joseph Headlee, U.S. Army veteran, my son
Thank you, Joseph for your service to your country in the states and overseas, in and out of the Army. I love you.
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Will Perkins, U.S. Air Force, veteran. my uncle
Thank you, Uncle WIllie Ray, for serving our country.
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This is my oldest brother, Norman Clark. He is a Amphitheater High School graduate and UofA Alum. He served in the U.S. Army Special Forces during Vietnam. He always epitomized what a true soldier stands for. Strength, bravery and integrity. He has been and always will be my hero.
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This is my father, William R. D'Angelo. He'll be 93 in a couple months. He was a tank commander in WWII, receiving a Purple Heart in the European Theatre. He continued to serve his country in Korea and retired from the military in the 1960s when he moved to Tucson.
He's a great man and I'm proud to call him my father.
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My father Karl Pattison's B-29 crew during World War II on Tinian. Only a few are still alive today. I honor all veterans.
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Our Dad, Col. Lawrence "Dag" Damewood, U.S. Air Force 1943-1973. Fought in World War II and Vietnam. Fighter pilot, husband, father, son, brother , Uncle, friend, loved and respected by all who knew him. God Bless you Dad, we love and honor always. With gratitude and love , your daughters Diane & Becky.
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This is my grandpa, Waldo Werft. I am honoring him this veterans day because he is one of the strongest people I know. With all that he has been through, he continues to surprise me everyday when he is on facebook making statuses about going to the gym and making motivational comments on peoples statuses. He has the kindest heart and can lift my spirit up on a bad day because his words are so philosophical and heartwarming. He served in WWII, the battle of the bulge including a few other duties. He is a great person and deserves to be honored on Veterans day for his hard work and dedication. We all love you Grandpa and thank you for your service:)
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My father, Jack Faries, European Theater WWII, 1943
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Linda and Bob Foley at the Naval Reserve Center on Alvernon Way. My husband was regular Navy and I met and married him in 1978. This picture was taken in 1979. We are still together, 38 years later!
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My father, Manny Kreutz, in Austria at the end of World War II after fighting in the Battle of the Bulge and other battles. He traded some of his food rations for this portrait by an Austrian painter.
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Battle of the Bulge
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Me & my father, Ken Abbey. US Army & Vietnam vet. He passed away in 2004 from pancreatic cancer. Pic is from last UA game we went to together in 2003.
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I wish to honor Carlos Villanueva who fought with his fellow Marines in Vietnam and spent 25 years fighting crime on the streets with the Tucson Police Department. He is one of the most hardworking, upfront and brutally honest people I have ever met and I am proud to call him MY DAD! Thank you for all you do and for your sacrifices past and present! Love you dad!
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John Bedingham was in Army Intelligence during World War II. He was in the Invasion of Normandy going in on Utah Beach. He was in army hospitals for over a year after being hit by shrapnel. He died at 94 with shrapnel still inside him.
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This is my husband Dirk. He was in Desert Storm, Army Infantry. He just passed in March. I honor him.
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Patricia Puig writes, "My father before discharge, and upon enlisting."
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Sandi Leversedge writes, "My Dad, Clyde Leversedge while he was deployed during the Korean War. He passed away last year and was a proud USAF retiree until the day he left us. He spent 21 years in the Air Force and had adventures in foreign places that many of us could not imagine. So very proud to be his daughter!"
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Sonia Medrano writes, "My son, my first born is in Japan in the Air Force! I haven't seen him in a year! I miss him terribly, but I'm so proud of him and the sacrifices he and all our vets make to keep our country safe and free! God bless America!"
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Paula Gomez writes, "Left: My grandfather Julian Gomez WWII and Right: My grandpa-in-law Luis Aponte Korean War."
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Sherri Rice Lewis writes, "My husband Alfred Lewis. Army 1986"
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Mont A Polanco writes, "This is my Hero he was a heck of a soldier and an amazing person someone I looked up to I never got to meet my moms father so he was the closest thing to a grandfather to me I was bless to hear his stories about life to Great War stories I miss him dearly he lived to be 94 he was a part of the Devils brigade"
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Marcos Moreno writes, "My Son followed my path to continue the family tradition as his two grandfathers did before us. GOD SPEED"
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Debi Cessna writes, "I am proudly donning my Dad's USAF portrait as my Facebook profile picture to honor him, because of our story ............ My main career path is that of an Air Force Brat. My Dad, Ret Mstr. Sgt. James W. Cessna of the USAF, is a WW II (served in the Army during this time), Korean, Vietnam & Atomic Veteran. He also served a 1 year tour of duty in Iran, training/teaching Iranians mechanics on military aircraft. In 2000, my Dad was diagnosed with MDS (Myloedysplastic Syndrome-form of Leukemia), which is the result of radiation exposure while witnessing the A-Bomb testing on Enewetok in the Marshall Islands in 1948, also Nevada while stationed at Nellis AFB in Las Vegas. DAD, THANK YOU for YOUR SERVICE and GUARDIANSHIP of my PRESCIOUS FREEDOM, and I COMMEND YOU for your SACRIFICES ! ! ! No words can express how PROUD I am of You, and how blessed I am to be your daughter. YOU ROCK, DAD ! ! ! I LOVE YOU VERY, VERY MUCH, and I HAVE GREAT HOPE FOR YOUR CURRENT RECOVERY, AND THAT YOU'LL SOON BE WALKING AGAIN ! ! ! All My Love, Debi."
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Aaron Rolston writes, "3 of the best soldiers I had the privilege of fighting next to! And to all my brothers and sisters in arms!"
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Aaron Rolston writes, "3 of the best soldiers I had the privilege of fighting next to! And to all my brothers and sisters in arms!"
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Jerry Knoski writes, "My son-in-law Chief Master Sergeant Roy Close, 30+ years with USAF and USAFR."
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Nancy Hanley writes, "My Father C.C. Hanley. I'm proud he taught me about loving America and how lucky we are to live here in freedom. My flag is out today in honor of ALL who served, past, present and future. God Bless you ALL! "
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James Kelley writes, "USN bootcamp circa May 1982. I had come from shipboard firefigting when I threw on the dress blue top for the picture and still wore the t shirt that was grey from the fires."
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Chris Escalante writes, "Eugene P Tashquinth Sr: Korean conflict veteran. Taught me what it is to be a man,We love and miss you dearly dad. Rest in peace."
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Elvira Acosta writes, "ARTURO LOZANO MORALES - I have never met anyone else who can/could hold a candle up to this man. He was patient, honest, hard working, good listener and understanding, he had a great sense of humor, never had anything bad to say about anyone and he was always there when you needed him. There is not enough room to say all the things that I admired and loved about him, so I will just say that not only is this man the greatest man I have ever known, but he is and will always be my HERO and I am proud to call him FATHER. Thank you for serving our country and for all the love you gave us. Always and forever you are missed. Love you Dad."
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Photo sent by Patty Bran
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Patricia Puig writes, "Follow the arrow. That's my fatherJosé Méndez smiling."
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Elaine Salgado Encinas writes, "Encinas Brothers Martín, Ernesto, and Enrique served in the US Army and Martin's son Kristopher currently serving in the USAF."
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Maryrose Rea writes, "My Dad Tom Rea is a Vietnam Veteran an a Retired Army Major. He has done so much for our country an I'm blessed to call him Dad !"
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Gino Wright writes, "82nd Airborne Division, The All Americans 1980"
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Marta Perez Almodova writes, "My husband Francisco Almodova served his country 21years. Enlisted 1952 during the Korean war age 18. He had has 4 brothers. Who also served their country. Total combined of service of all five 71 years. Thank you to all who served and those who gave their life for our freedom."
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Emily June Thompson writes, "My son, the Gulf War. He volunteered and broke my heart. I was so worried but God returned him home. Thanking God everyday for ALL who served our country"
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Pat Lizarraga writes, "My son Randy Maya who is stationed at Eielson, AFB in Alaska. I miss him very much. I'm very proud of him for serving his Country! Thanks to All our Vets for their sacrifices!"
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Donald Shepard writes, "My father, Jack L. Shepard , 3rd Armored Division, WWII."
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Nora Rendon Gunnells writes, "My husband, Leo Gunnells"
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MaEugenia Chavez writes, "Proud of my husband Ssgt. Valenzuela United States Marine Corps - Desert Storm."
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Mi'shell MyBell writes, "This is my grandpa Arnoldo Romero he served in the Korean War...I proud of him and all the brave men and women who r serving/served to protect us, I have the many stories my grandpa told us as kids and today I can share them with my kids!!!"
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Bill Eubank writes "Remembering my Dad, William H. Eubank, who fought in WW2. He fought in France and then Germany until they surrendered. He thought he was heading home but was sent to the Philippines to prepare for the invasion of Japan. Fortunately the bomb was dropped and Japan surrendered. He didn't think he would have survived the invasion. That is about all he ever said about the war. Miss you Dad, but you fought the good fight."
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Jamie Blanchard Schneider writes, "My husband has done four tours in Afghanistan since I met him four years ago. Thankful for the men and women in uniform."
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F Taja Castillo writes, "Mark Cravens SRA USAF Missing you ...."
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Rick Taylor writes, "Thank You Dad on this Veterans day 2014! Seaman Bobby Taylor and the men on the U.S.S. Rochester CA-124, the most decorated ship in the Korean War. Also the only U.S. Ship bombed by the North Korean AirForce. They were going after the British Cruiser H.M.S. Jamaica but the Rochester was so big it was too tempting a target. After it's run the Rochester and Jamaica shot down the II-2 making it the only shootdown of an attacking plane with naval gunfire During the Korean War."
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Bobbi Whitacre Davis writes, "My father Robert Whitacre! Served in the US Army! He is my rock and the best grandfather my girls have ever had!!"
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Nancy Clark Konsmo writes, "My Dad, Joseph Clark, WWII, 82nd Airborne 517th. Photo was taken in Lille, France. 4th generation Tucsonan, Tucson High grad., UA Alum. He will be 90 in January 2015. I am very proud of my brave Dad. Airborne All The Way!"
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Ron Molera Jr. writes, "My grandfathers..Patrick Toledo & Enrique Molera (RIP to you both)"
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Pam Bell writes, "My husband, Scott, served 26 years in the Air Force and retired as a Master Sergeant."
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Sarah Spaulding writes, "This is grandfather, he served in the military for many years and raised 6 beautiful and wonderful girls and dealt with 11 grandchildren especially in the last year's of his life while he battled cancer.... I'm super proud of him and miss him daily.... love you grandpa"
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Margaret Morales Gomez writes, "My father-in-law"
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Karen Drawdy writes, "My daughter and I am beyond proud!"
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Alma Alma writes, "We are very proud of Warrant Officer 11 Lupecelia Leon for her 14 years of service and 3 deployments. She has accomplished all the goals she has set forth; including being a local Tucson recruiter and a current Pima County Sheriff's Officer. Lupecelia is a beautiful, inspirational loving person for her family, friends and country. She passionate and continues to serve."
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Marylka Pattison writes, "My baby boy D. P. Pattison. He spent time in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iraq, but the most dangerous thing he did might have been cram his legs into military vehicles!"
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Mike Friel writes, "My Pa, Michael "Sonny" Friel, aka "The Gorey Cowboy" served in Vietnam from 1967-1972 on AC-119K & AC-130 crews. Awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary valor. Our hero, never forgotten! RIP"
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Jack Holderman writes, "1966-1969"
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Matthew Daughtery writes, "My Dad Ebb Daughtery . USMC Korea 1951"
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Jude Johnson writes, "My mom, Tucson high grad Rosemary Olivas, and my dad, Richard Johnson of PA, who both served right out of high school in the Navy in WWII. Also my nephews, Richard Muschick and Douglas McLaughlin, one out and one about to retire from the Navy. Thanks for everything you've endured and sacrificed for our nation. GO NAVY!"
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Jude Johnson writes, "I would also like to salute my late father-in-law, Master Sgt Roy L. Bunch of the US Army, who signed up at age 14 and served 25 years: Guam, Korea and Vietnam."
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Deanna Campos writes, "My dad served in the Korean War! Air Force . Dog was not in the war..FYI "
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Tammy Burlile writes, "I am so proud of my dad, Walter Dean Burlile, Navy Corpsman, stationed with the Marines during Vietnam era. He is an amazing man that has taught his children what it means to serve and be grateful for what others have paid for our Freedom."
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Ursula Rane writes, "My grandfather, Raymond Roths.. Korean War vet."
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John Lane writes, "20 Years and 1 day in Air Force"
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Timi Mcclure Hack writes, "My son Cody Hack. He served in Afghanistan. I'm happy he's home and safe."
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Theresa Guerrero writes, "My dad Gregorio O. Figueroa was a WWll frontline medic. I love you dad .."
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Neecole Johnson writes, "My dad! Thank you for 21 years!"
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Frances Marin Moraga writes, "My brother Army volunteered a couple of tours in Vietnam deceased honorable discharge to come home murdered by two cowards your day to day an all military women an men to shine an be appreciated for your services"
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Laurie Berryman White writes, "This is R. Edward Berryman (1921-2009), RM2 U.S. Navy World War II."
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Michelle French writes, "Andrew Markulin. WWII.. MY HERO. And my father."
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Harold Harris writes, "My daughter Melissa Richardson and I 20 years ago, she is currently stationed overseas."
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A1C Robert Eubank, USAF
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Michael Rizzle writes, "Albert E. Rozar U.S. Army WW I trench warfare survivor. Couldnt have gotten my middle name from a better man.... My grandfather."
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Gina Hansen writes, "My husband served during desert storm in the USAF. Thank you baby."
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Terri Sharpton writes, "John Sharpton USAF kept radio communications for our fighting pilots in Vietnam"
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Terri Sharpton "Rey Garcia Ret. USAF thank you for your service"
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Faye Ross writes, "My husband TSgt Richard Ross US AF Retired."
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Jennalyn Rojas writes, "My grandfather Col. John E. Young Jr."
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David Sarge Valenzuela writes, "My Dad David M. Valenzuela U.S. Army 82nd Airborne THANK YOU for your service Dad we love you!"
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Crystal Martinez writes, "My daughters softball coach Mr. Jonathan Herrera who give his time for the country and spends his extra time for the 14u Arizona Vipers Softball a hero to us .... On and off the field thank you !"
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Jo Davis writes, "My son Dane Davis, Army - Air Assault...1 tour in Iraq and still in active duty. I'm so proud of Dane for being brave and loving his job in such scary circumstances! He is kind and gentle facing such evil."
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Jo Davis writes, "My daughter in-law, Nicole Davis, Army. I'm so very proud of her because she is a role model to young women that all things are possible through dedication and honor; she is my hero!!!"
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Edna Sandoval writes, "My brother Jesus A. Peralta for protecting our freedom & always having a positive outlook"
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Deborah Renteria Corner writes, "Captain Roger Corner, my husband, served in Germany during the Viet Nam war. Thank you honey for your service. I love you."
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Beth Maley writes, "My Dad. The greatest generation! I thank him for my freedom. 91 and still teaching me every day."
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Monica Machado Arriola writes, "My Nephew Aaron Campillo. Still serving to protect our country."
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Reyna Romero writes, "The many Marines in my family, especially my husband and son!"
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Deborah Renteria Corner writes, "Joe Renteria my father served in WWII, so proud of him, he carried around Shakespeare quotes in his pocket all through his time overseas. Thank you dad for your service."
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Jo Davis writes, "My son Joseph Davis, USMC...6 tours to Iraq & Afghanistan; now home fighting another battle with PTSD & TBI...I'm so proud of my son for facing both these enemies with honor and determination!"
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Monica Machado Arriola writes, "My Dad Rudy Machado. Airborne all the way. I love you Dad."
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Angela Pratt: "This is my cousin. He had it rough but he made it home. Thank you for your service to our country. Love you cuz!! "
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Jodi S Murphy: "My daughter Kate Murphy serving in the USAF at DMAFB in Tucson. Follows her father who has served since 1986 in the USMC and USAF and his father before him."
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Nancy Pearson Rodolph: "My nephew"
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Amanda Collins: "My husband. Our hero. Thankful for his prior service in the Navy and current service, U.S. Army Ranger! RLTW!"
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Karen Sell: "Proud of our many Lions Club members who are veterans -- like Lion Harry Kaye who donated a flag to the Forum in Tucson to show he was proud of the country he served."
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Margaret Soto: "My father Jose Soto Sr. -Vietnam Veteran"
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Georgina Bon: "This is my father, Jorge V. Bon. He is 84yrs old and served in the Korean War.."
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Nanette Misifus: "COL(RET) George T. Murray - after his 30 years in military service, he taught math at Cholla High School for a few years before he died too soon."
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Lisa Waite Bunker: "My uncle Allan Waite, Harvard class of 1942, of whom many wonderful stories are told. A 2nd Lieutenant in the 3rd Marines, he was killed coming ashore on the island of Bougainville in November 1943. This photo was taken during his last R(and)R, in New Zealand."
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Jennifer Reyes Mendibles: "MY BABY BROTHER Manuel Malone"
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Laurie Wilson Hall: "My dad, who served in the Army Security Agency during the Vietnam War."
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Maribel Delcid: "This is my uncle Carlos Villanueva. He served in the Vietnam war in 1969. He was given a purple heart for his wounds. He is my hero."
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Via Gina Groom Anderson: Howard Owen Anderson 23 plus years and two 14 month tours.
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Heather Bush Mykes: "My Husband Michael! He has served for 18 years! He was stationed at DM AFB. Now we are stationed in England"
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Reyna Romero: "My Marines! My husband, 21 years ago. My son, a year and a half ago, now stationed in Camp Lejeune, NC. So proud of them! My son is the 12th Marine in our family!"
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Rhonda Smith: "Ashley N. Ruiz/2006-present Amanda L. Tello/2008-2012"
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Carol Bondurant: "My Dad, Floyd Noel WW2, POW."
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Kimberly Marie Davis: "This is my Grandfather, Robert Douglas Pulliam. U.S. Navy Veteran. He passed away in 2006, but we think of him everyday. . Long time resident of Tucson."
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Taj Long: "My Great-Great-Great-Grandfather Joseph Conard"
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Barbara Chavez Reyes: "In Memory of my uncle Alfredo Chavez Jr , who died from friendly fire in World War II. He was never returned home and is buried somewhere in the Philippines."
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Karen Williams: "J. Williams 6 years and 1 tour."
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Lauren Cahill: "My Dad who fought in Vietnam.The image on the left is him with his commanding officer in 1967, the middle image is him receiving one of his 3 purple hearts in 1968 and the picture on the right was taken today after the parade with my daughter."
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Stacey Aultman: "This me Stacey Aultman, US Army, Iraq 06-07, I am proud to have served my country."
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Posted on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Crawford Mark: "My Dad"
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Posted on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Amelia Reyes-Crozier: "My husband, our hero who served in the Air Force. He was in South Korea, and deployed twice in Kuwait."
Arizona Daily Star readers honor veterans
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Posted on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Barbara Chavez Reyes: "My brother Alfred O Chavez (AKA Freddy), served in the Navy in the mid 1960s. He is the proud owner of Chavez Wrought Iron and has been, for over 43 years. He was named after my uncle who was killed in action in World War II."
Arizona Daily Star readers honor veterans
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Posted on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Wendy Dunham: "In remembrance of my Dad, William J. Dunham, who served in the Army during WWII. <3"
Arizona Daily Star readers honor veterans
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Nancy Fine Lacey: "My hero, my husband- Donald Lacey. 27 years active duty United States Air Force."
Arizona Daily Star readers honor veterans
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Posted on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by David Sarge Valenzuela: "Proud of my family of Veterans my uncle Blas Valenzuela U.S. Air Force My father David Valenzuela Sr U.S. Army my uncle Tony Urrea U.S. Navy and myself David Valenzuela Jr U.S. Marines"
Arizona Daily Star readers honor veterans
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Posted on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by MaEugenia Chavez: "Very proud of my sweetheart Ssgt. David Valenzuela USMC. David fought in Iraq and would still be there fighting along with or supporting his brothers and sisters had he not been injured there. Although he is a wounded warrior, he has worked in law enforcement, trained and instructed troubled teens, raised a child as a single parent. He is my rock and support during my time of hardships. He is my hero and my heart! Happy Veterans Day my love!"
Arizona Daily Star readers honor veterans
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Carmen DelCid: "My brother, Jesus Arrieta, who had dedicated more than half of his life to the US Army."
Arizona Daily Star readers honor veterans
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Shared on the Arizona Daily Star Facebook page by Donna Van Nostrand: "My Dad, Korea 1955. Those who went to Korea got very little attention or credit but they did their job."
Arizona Daily Star readers honor veterans
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Photo of Arizona Daily Star page designer Daniel Ramirez's in 1998 in dress green uniform taken in Fort Sill, Okla. during basic training.
