Tag: military service
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‘A hug from the community’: Pikes Peak Hospice seeks red, white and blue blankets for veteran patients
Last year, as part of an ongoing effort to honor local military veterans, Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care performed more than 100 “bedside salutes” and pinning ceremonies for veteran patients. The ceremonies include the gift of a handmade red, white and blue blanket, sewn or crocheted by a volunteer. In response to increasing patient…
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Fort Carson soldier honors family history amid the 81st anniversary of D-Day
A Fort Carson soldier honored his family’s history this week in France ahead of commemorating the 81st anniversary of D-Day on Friday. On Monday, Sgt. John Simmons visited the grave of his great-great-uncle Cpl. Raymond Parry in St. Mihiel American Cemetery, marking the first time in 95 years a member of the family visited the…
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World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday in Colorado Springs
A member of America’s “Greatest Generation” celebrated his 100th birthday in Colorado Springs on Friday. Scores of family members, friends, and admirers gathered at the Phantom Canyon Brewing Co. to wish Robert Brakley, a World War II veteran, a happy centennial. Brakley sat at a place of honor in the reception room as a steady stream…