Woodbridge, VA
D.O. B. February 3,1958
Branch of Service: Army 1975–1986
Also 3 years reserves in VA, LA, HI, TX and AZ.
“Forever grateful and immensely proud of your devotion and service to your country.
Your best friend, Laura”
Dover, Ohio
Branch of Service: Army- Rank: Specialist 5th Class
Drafted April 10, 1968- April 9, 1970
Basic training Fort Knox, Kentucky
Stationed at Fort Hood Army base Texas
Started as mechanic in an artillery unit then a driver for two Two Star Generals, Boles and Desiree
Came home and was married to Rhea (Thornton) August 29, 1970. They celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary in 2020. “He’s shown us how to work and have fun. He’s the best Dad and Grandpa!” Love, Rhea, Kristi and Carrie.
December 1, 2022
Commandant Maj. General Randal D. Fullhart
Virginia Tech-Corps of Cadets
Dear General Fullhart,
It gives me great pride to inform you of an act of extreme kindness and empathy expressed by members of the cadets in the form of a fundraising event held, on campus, with the objective of providing a Christmas Holiday Turkey for every “at risk and often overlooked” veteran enrolled in the Vittles for Vets food assistance program.
Spearheaded by cadet Samuel Swift, “OSCAR” Co, 4th Battalion, with the assistance of several of his mates, after obtaining all required
Eastern Divide Brewing Co. held a VETERANS DAY fundraiser for Vittles for Vets on November 29, 2022, providing for our less fortunate veterans, raised $2000.00, enabling us to continue our mission of providing nutritious food choices to our at-risk veterans.
This is their second year holding this event honoring our veterans. Eastern Divide also invited us to install a “Vittles Littles Christmas Angel Tree” to raise funds to provide a memorable and happy Christmas to the young ones of the veterans enrolled in our Vittles program through the gifts of toys,
On behalf of Vittles for Vets, Bill and the many veterans we serve, a heartfelt THANK YOU to Compassion Church – Radford for your most generous gift. Your donation is a Godsend for our program as we continue our mission of caring for our at-risk veteran community. You certainly “live up” to the name chosen for your church.
Vittles for Vets held a motorcycle fund raising event on Saturday, October 8, 2022, raising funds for the underprivileged children of our impoverished veterans enrolled in the Vittles program. Although the day was sunny it was a bit chilly. Alas the cold weather did not deter these wonderful bikers from coming out in support of our veteran’s children raising $1250.00 to insure them an unforgettable Christmas.
A large debt of gratitude is due Alex Barker for putting this great event together. A great job from a man who has done much
Darryl Dunn is featured with his 1949 Cheverolet Truck with a 350 engine and 700R4 trans for the month of October. Valley Coverage Solutions, a Medicare Health Plan Specialist, is this months sponsor.
The month of August featured Vietnam Veteran Jimmy Sims with his 1970 Chevelle SS with a 396 Big Block and Turbo 400 transmission. The month of August was sponsored by Old Town Printing who also printed our calendars this year.
The featured Veteran for the month of July is Larry Humphrey with his ’64 Mercury Comet Caliente. Larry is a Navy Veteran and served in Vietnam Veteran. This month’s calendar is sponsored by Paul Kuzma’s Grand Ole Garage. If you’d like to donate money to help feed Veterans in need in our area, text “feedavet” to 44321 today!
The featured Veteran for the month of June is Vietnam Veteran Mike Collins with his 1966 Corvette Stingray, 427, 4 speed. The sponsor for this month is Ponnie’s Boutique in Shawsville, VA.