On
Sunday, January 5th, the Lincoln QOV started off the New Year with a
presentation to Terry G., USMC. Terri served in Nam and was awarded the
Purple Heart. What makes this vet so special, besides his service
and sacrifice for country, is his continuing involvement with veterans.
He not only voluntarily mentors veterans, but also donates his time to
the Veteran's Hospital, working with several programs, such as the Music
Festival, that are sponsored there.
High
school friends of Terry, and vets themselves, stopped by the QOV display
at the Lancaster County Fair last August, where they inquired about
getting a quilt for a deserving friend. Laura directed them to the QOV
site to request the quilt for Terry. Julia S., QOV Information Desk
Administrator, not only made this beautiful quilt but also LA quilted it
and presented it to him. His wife, Peggy, wrote: "I was very touched
that your group wanted to present my husband with a quilt. He was
honored and it made my heart smile. . . .Thank you from the bottom of my
heart!"
It was
our honor to meet Terry and present him with his own QOV. He shared so
much of himself at the presentation and we applaud his continuing
commitment to our veterans.
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