03 Sep

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Our hero, Sgt. Kevin B. Balduf of Nashville, Tennessee wanted to be a soldier since he was in elementary school—watching military movies with his twin brother, Kyle and dressing in camo clothing. He was assigned to 8th Communications Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C. Kevin served in Iraq and was in his second deployment to Afghanistan when he was killed on May 12th in Helmand province, Afghanistan at the age of 27. He received the Bronze Star for bravery during his first deployment. Kevin is survived by his wife and two young daughters. In honor of Kevin’s ultimate sacrifice, we pay tribute to his life by granting a wish to his mother, Jenny Newsom.  Jenny adores her grandchildren, who live in Maine, and Soldier’s Wish is grateful to arrange a special visit with them....

23 Aug

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Soldier’s Wish has stepped forward to assist the family of Marine Corporal Armando Torres who continues to be held captive in Mexico since his kidnapping in May. We have received more requests to help the Torres family than for any other individual in the history of Soldier’s Wish. This story has really struck a chord in the hearts of those who love and appreciate the sacrifices made by the members of our Armed Forces. We are delighted to help the Torres family in every way we can as they wait for the safe return of this American hero.  At the family’s request, Soldier’s Wish has raised awareness in Congress about this terrible situation and assisted Corporal Torres’ mother by flying her to Texas to help her daughter-in-law care for the children during this difficult period of waiting.  ...

30 Jul

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On May 20, 2013 SGT EH Pittman - knowing a massive storm was bearing down on the town of Moore, Oklahoma and the 7-Eleven where he worked - arrived to work early concerned for the safety and well-being of his coworkers. After realizing that his store was in the direct path of an F5 tornado, he knew that there was no time to evacuate his 3 coworkers and 4 customers (including a woman and her baby). SGT Pittman took immediate action that would save lives. He guided everyone into the restroom and unto the floor, where he covered some of them with his own body - serving as a shield - and held on to others serving as an anchors. The walls and roof caved in on then from the direct hit to the store.  SGT Pittman's heroic measures saved lives in the store that day, but not without a price. He received great bodily injury, including a puncture near his spine and numerous contusions and deep lacerations. SGT Pittman's resilience and hope for the future exemplifies the spirit of a warrior.  SGT Pittman's heroism and disregard for his own well-being in the face of extreme danger saved lives that day. Soldier's Wish and Central National Bank have awarded SGT Pittman with $5,000 to help meet his immediate needs.  ...

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