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GERALD CHASE Age: 67 Hometown: Washington, D.C. Branch of Service: U.S. Army Highest rank achieved: Private Years of service: Eight Honors Received: Purple Heart Other details: He served in Vietnam and was injured with shrapnel in his side. Why are you nominating him: “Gerald Chase is the most caring person, helps others and never asks for anything in return. He runs several charity functions for cancer, autism through his roller skating club, The Good Time Rollers, and donates to charities. He is the epitome of a caring U.S. Army veteran.” Submitted by Christine Peregoy, Woodbridge
JOHN S. HORN Age: 48 Hometown: King George Branch of Service: U.S. Navy
Highest rank achieved: Boatswain's Mate Chief Petty Officer Years of service: 22 Honors Received: Two Navy commendation medals, one Army commendation medal, four Navy achievement medals. Med cruises 4 or 5. Served in Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, Desert Shield. Other details: Special orders. Recruiting duty. Instructor duty. Served in Haiti after the earthquakes. Served as safety officer at ACB2 as a chief. Why are you nominating him: He joined the Navy to follow in his father’s footsteps. He served proudly and honorably. He balanced his career and his wife and four children. He also volunteered as a baseball coach, basketball coach and any other thing his wife and children needed. He has also been an unsung hero, helping repair vehicles for friends and strangers. He's been known to pull over and help anyone at any time. He has a big heart to help anyone. Submitted by Karen Horn, Virginia Beach
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Hometown: Ossining, N.Y. Branch of Service: United States Army Highest rank achieved: lieutenant colonel Years of service: 27 Honors Received: Bronze Star (2EA), DistIng Defense Medal, MSM (3EA) Other details: Andrew served in six combat deployments to include Iraq, Afghanistan and Africa Why are you nominating him: Andrew had a distinguished military career, serving as a commander from the platoon through battalion command level. He retired in May 2017 and still continues to serve as a Counterintelligence Specialist with DIA. Submitted by Kelly Young, Haymarket
JEREMY MICHAEL DENNIS Age: 37 Hometown: Lancaster, Va. Branch of Service: U.S. Marine Corps
Highest rank achieved: Staff sergeant Years of service: 17 Other details: Four overseas tours, combat infantry. Why are you nominating him: Amazing father and soon to be husband. Went above and beyond for our country at the age of 18 and his first deployment at 19. Would do anything for anyone and everyone, asking nothing in return. Submitted by Cassie Clifton, Stafford
FRANCIS PASQUINELLI Age: 84 Hometown: Salem, Mass. Branch of Service: U.S. Navy Highest rank achieved: Captain Years of service: 30 Other details: Captain of the USS Pickerel (SS-524) Why are you nominating him : I’m nominating him because he’s worked hard his whole life and still had time to be the best dad!
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JAMES L. HICKS Age: 63 Hometown: Phoenix City, Ala. Branch of Service: U.S. Army Highest rank achieved: E8 Years of service : 33 Honors Received: NCO of the Month in 1979; 11 Good Conduct Awards; many certificates of Achievement and Appreciation, as well as many Army Commendation Medals. Other details: As a member of The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, he has performed across the nation and some trips abroad. He has participated in seven presidential inaugurations and performed in front of many famous people and dignitaries, but he will never forget the day he assisted in the recovery at the Pentagon on 9-11-2001, following the terrorist attack. Why are you nominating him: After 33 years of military service, he now owns his own copy and printing business. He is a member of several community organizations and is currently serving as president of the Dale City Civic Association. During
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Age: 66 Hometown: Russian Mission, Alaska Branch of Service: U.S. Air Force Highest rank achieved : Lieutenant colonel Years of service : 21 Honors Received: Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Overseas Ribbon, Air Force Marksmanship Ribbon Other details: Ruth Anderson is a 21year Air Force Nurse Corps officer, leader and squadron commander. Her overseas assignments included service as commander of the 15th Medical Operations Squadron at Hickam AFB, Hawaii. She also deployed to overseas operational locations and is a graduate of the Air War College. Why are you nominating her: Ruth’s life has been entirely devoted to public service in multiple civilian and military venues. After graduation from nursing school, she first served as a neonatal intensive care civilian nurse with plans to enter public health nursing. She instead pursued a 21year military career as an Air Force medical leader and commander of
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operational military medical units. Today, she represents the Occoquan District on the PW Board of County Supervisors and chairs the PotomacRappahannock Transportation Commission (PRTC). She has led volunteer humanitarian missions on more than a dozen trips to Indonesia and other Asian countries. Her life is about public service. Submitted by Rich Anderson, Woodbridge
VICTOR ANGRY Age: 50 H o m e t o w n : Altamonte Springs, Fla. Branch of Service: U.S. Army H i g h e s t r a n k achieved : E 9 (Command sergeant major) Years of service: 23 Honors Received: Twice received the Legion of Merit; Defense Meritorious Service Medal; Army Commendation Medal; Other details: Personally selected to be the command sergeant major of the entire Army National Guard; Also selected to the Comprehensive Review Working Group (CRWG) to review the Don't ask, Don't Tell (DADT) Policy and it's possible removal.
Why are you nominating him: Small town boy with no dreams or aspirations, inspired to join the Army by a family member. Quickly rose through the ranks and recognized for his leadership abilities. Achieved the rank of sergeant major at 17 years of service and command sergeant major at 18 years. First African-American CSM of the Operational Support Airlift Command and command sergeant major of the Army National Guard simultaneously. After retirement, he is a volunteer firefighter and well respected in his community. He was appointed by the governor of Virginia to the Board of Veteran Services.
arrives to help other service members be financially stable with her business, Blessed Budgets, and teaches others how to successfully co-parent. Her strength and tenacity need to be recognized.
Submitted by Donna Jones, Stafford
EBONY MURPHY Age: 30 Hometown: Orlando, Fla. Branch of Service: U.S. Air Force H i g h e s t r a n k achieved: E5 Years of service: 7 Honors Received: Honorable discharge, NCOIC of the quarter and year Other details: Tour to UAE deployment Why are you nominating her: Ebony served honorably even after she lost custody of her child because of her military service. During her divorce she struggled financially. Now as a veteran she
WAYNE HAMILTON
Age: 60 Branch of Service: U.S. Air Force Years of service: 22 Why are you nominating him: Wayne is not the kind of person ever wanting recognition for himself. He always puts others first. I would like to see him recognized because of the kind of person he is. He puts his country first and all those who have and currently are serving.
Submitted by Tracy Rike, Woodbridge
You inspire us. Thank you to all of our veterans. Our country is better because of your bravery, courage and sacrifice.
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Age: 54 Hometown: Aberdeen, N.C. Branch of Service: U.S. Army Highest rank achieved: Sergeant Years of service: 20 Honors Received: MSM, SWA Service Medal, Kuwait Liberation Medal, ACM, AAM, GCM, NCOES, NDSM Other details: Served in Operations Desert Shield/Storm and other locations worldwide. Why are you nominating him: Because of his service to the Nation then and now. Submitted by Magi Wagner, Montclair
TERRENCE QUINN Age: 55 Hometown: Maynard, Mass. Branch of Service: U.S. Air Force Highest rank achieved: Senior airman Years of service: 6 Honors Received: Honor Guard for President Reagan Why are you nominating him: Terry is a pillar in the Woodbridge community, having started his business, Quinn’s Goldsmith, almost 20 years ago. He started his jewelry-making career while serving in the Air Force as part of the Honor Guard for President
Reagan. The military gave him the opportunity to pursue his dreams, for which he is eternally grateful. His military background has inspired some of his designs, including his Hero Medal. His love for his time in the military is evident when he is able to work with current service members on custom jewelry designs.
nominate our father to let him know how very proud we are of him! Submitted by Sue Davis, Woodbridge
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Age: 73 Hometown: Boomet, Boomer, W.Va. Branch of Service: U.S. Army Highest rank achieved: E5 sergeant Years of service: 7 Honors Received: Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit, Airborne Badge, Combat Infantry Badge, Overseas Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Other details: Vietnam Service 11th ACR E-Troop 2nd Squad Why are you nominating him: Charles is a husband married for 50 years. He is a father to three children and grandfather to eight children. He is a quiet man who has never received the recognition he deserves. There are no words to explain the pride his family has for him. He returned home from his service from his time in Vietnam with no recognition. There was no ceremony. There was no homecoming. There was no “thank you.” We
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Age: 45 Hometown: Ludlow, Mass. Branch of Service: U.S. Air Force Highest rank achieved: SMSgt/E-8 (Retired) Years of service: 26 Honors Received: Numerous Other details: 7 years as a First Sergeant Why are you nominating him: Vinny is the epitome of true veteran spirit. Always above and beyond for others without complaint. His service contribution continues as he transitions to the civilian sector. Although no longer wearing a military uniform he still mentors junior troops — because he will always care!
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