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SPEAKERS BY STATE MINNESOTA

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SPEAKERS

Kamille Banks

Wesley Bauguess

Liz Brees

Teague Crotty

Hannah Davis

Tiffany Eckert

Rachel Faulkner-Brown

Stephen Frederico

Ken Gestring

Ginger Gilbert-Ravella

Jacob Green

Lisa Hallett

Colleen Katzenberger

Pamela Kendall

Allie McCrea

Marie McCrea

Sebastian McQuigg

Christian Meza

Emilee Meuller

Shani Nelson

Kylie Nemecek

Colleen O’Hare

Ashley Schafer

Litisha Shelvin

Sherelle Simmons

Jurley Torian

Shane Vincent

Sarah White Duncan

KAMILLE BANKS

Kamille grew up in Lodi, New Jersey. In May 2021, she graduated Summa Cum Laude from Spelman College with her bachelor of arts in psychology. Growing up in a military family posed challenges at times. She finds that her father’s commitment to the military helped fuel her passion of helping at risk youth. Kamille is currently attending graduate school at New York University pursuing a master’s degree in mental health counseling. Her Folds of Honor scholarship reminds her of how her father made sacrifices and it is now being paid forward with assistance when her family needs it most. Kamille is a multi-year and current Folds of Honor recipient. She has been a member of the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau since 2022.

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD

SEAMAN ANTHONY W. BANKS

United States Coast Guard

Seaman Anthony Banks served his country for over 19 years. He served as an Honor Guard at the White House and worked as search and rescue, helicopter mechanic, and recruitment.

Seaman Banks was awarded many honors and decorations including the Commandant’s Letter of Commendation Ribbon, Secretary’s Outstanding Unit Award, Coast Guard Unit Commendation Ribbon w/3 Gold Stars, and the Bronze Star. SN Banks followed a long line of family members serving in the military when he joined after high school. He enjoyed his time in the military and is now retired spending time with his family.

WESLEY BAUGUESS

Wesley Bauguess was a collegiate golfer, ROTC cadet, and Distinguished Military Graduate from Appalachian State University. She received her Regular Army Commission into the Medical Service Corps in May 1994. As a Lieutenant, she served as a Treatment Platoon Leader, Medical Company Executive Officer, and Combat Health Support Officer in the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). After graduating from the Combined Logistics Officer Advanced Course on the Commandant’s List, Captain Bauguess served as the Adjutant and Personnel Officer for the 2nd Infantry Division Support Command in the Republic of Korea. She resigned her active duty commission in 1999 but continued her military service in the Army Reserve and Individual Ready Reserves for an additional five years. Wesley is the proud mother of two amazing young women, both Folds of Honor scholarship Recipients. She is the author of God, Country, Golf: Reflections of an Army Widow. Wesley and her daughters miss their hero, Army Major Larry Bauguess, every day, but continue to drive on, be the best they can be, and live their lives honoring him each step of the way.

UNITED STATES ARMY MAJOR LARRY J. BAUGUESS, JR.

United States Army Major Larry J. Bauguess, Jr., joined Appalachian State University’s ROTC program and never looked back. A 1993 graduate, MAJ Bauguess received his commission in July 1993, assigned to the 4th Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division in Fort Bragg, North Carolina. He deployed to Saudi Arabia in 1997 and served in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. On May 14, 2007, MAJ Bauguess, his Commander, and others, attended a peace meeting in a tribal region of Pakistan. Despite the success of the meeting, he and his men were fired upon by a uniformed Pakistani Frontier Guardsman as they left the event. MAJ Bauguess stood between the shooter and his men, saving their lives, but giving his own.

LIZ BREES

Elizabeth “Liz” Brees was only three years old when she lost her father, Navy LCDR Raymond O’Hare. In May 2019, she graduated from Mount St. Mary’s University with a degree in biochemistry and biology. As an undergraduate intern at Johns Hopkins Medical Institute, she conducted research in pediatric and fetal surgery. Her research has been published in multiple medical journals. Liz and her research mentor wrote a medical handbook on diagnosis and treatment for babies with kidney malformations. As a recipient of an undergraduate leadership award, Liz provided the keynote speech to her graduating class. After graduation, she taught high school biology and physics for two years while earning her Master of Education from the University of Notre Dame through the Alliance for Catholic Education program. Liz is now a student at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine on the Health Professions Scholarship Program through the Air Force. She is currently a Second Lieutenant in the Individual Ready Reserve and will serve as an active-duty Air Force physician upon completing her medical training. Liz was a multi-year Folds of Honor scholarship recipient and became a member of the Speakers Bureau, along with her mom, in 2019.

Gold Star Navy Dependent - Recipient

UNITED STATES NAVY LIEUTENANT

COMMANDER RAYMOND O’HARE

A native of Chicago, United States Navy Lieutenant Commander Raymond O’Hare received his bachelor’s degree in history in 1989 from Harvard University, where he was a defensive end and punter on the football team. He joined the Navy in 1990, graduating first in his class from Officer Candidate School. He was commissioned an ensign and designated a Naval Flight Officer in 1992. During the next seven years, LCDR O’Hare served as an F-14 Radar Intercept Officer in a variety of fighter squadrons based out of Miramar, CA. He was also an aspiring astronaut. LCDR O’Hare met his wife, Colleen, while attending Harvard, and they married in January 1992. They completed their family with three children. On July 11, 2000, while in the Navy’s elite Test Pilot School, LCDR O’Hare was killed when his T-38 Talon training jet crashed during an instrument approach near the school in Maryland. He is laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery.

fulfill that passion. Teague’s father, Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Crotty, taught him invaluable life lessons before he passed away: manners, respect, determination. Those gifts prepared him for life’s many challenges. In 2019, Teague joined the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau. He currently lives in Oklahoma City where he works for Boeing as a KC-46 Liaison Engineer. He enjoys exploring Oklahoma City and catching up with family and friends.

UNITED STATES ARMY NATIONAL GUARD LIEUTENANT COLONEL

THOMAS L. CROTTY

United States Army National Guard Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Crotty served honorably for 21 years as a Medical Service Corps Officer, Sniper, Platoon Leader, Company Commander, Aide-de-camp, Marksmanship Instructor, and ARNG Future Plans Officer. In 1999, Lt Col Crotty was diagnosed with leukemia. Following a successful bone marrow transplant in 2001, he deployed to Afghanistan with the 45th Infantry Brigade as an Embedded Training Team Leader in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. He remained in good health and in 2007, he began an active duty assignment as Senior Army National Guard Advisor to the Southern Regional Medical Command at Fort Sam Houston. In early 2010, the leukemia returned and on October 22, 2010, Lt Col Crotty passed away from complications associated with his cancer. During his career he received numerous decorations and awards including the Bronze Star, Legion of Merit Award, Combat Medic Badge, Distinguished Member of the AMEDD Regiment, and two Meritorious Service Medals.

Gold Star Army Dependent - Recipient

HANNAH DAVIS

Hannah Davis has military pride in her blood. Both she and her younger brother are former Folds of Honor scholarship recipients. Hannah graduated from Michigan State University. Her father, First Lieutenant Jeffrey Davis, was an Army Ranger, Blackhawk Pilot, Green Beret and a Sentinel at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA. In 1998, at the age of three, Hannah lost her father due to the malfunction of a Black Hawk helicopter. She feels fortunate to have her stepfather, Doug Bell, who is a golf professional and a man she knows her father would approve as a guide into her adulthood. Hannah now works in South Carolina and has been a member of the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau since 2017.

UNITED STATES ARMY FIRST LIEUTENANT JEFFREY C. DAVIS

United States Army First Lieutenant Jeffrey Davis enlisted in July 1985 and began his career with the 3rd US Infantry. He served two terms as Sentinel of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. During his enlisted years, 1LT Davis reached “triple tabber” status earning his Airborne, Ranger, and Special Forces tabs. He attended the Special Forces Qualification Course and then served with 1st Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) from November 1991 until August 1992. First Lieutenant Davis was awarded the Green to Gold Scholarship for Reserve Officer Training Corps which allowed him to return to school and earn his bachelor’s degree in Education from Central Michigan University as a Distinguished Military Graduate. After graduation, he was commissioned as an officer in the Army and became a Black Hawk pilot. Following the completion of a training mission on January 31, 1998, most of the crew had headed home to watch a big football game. 1LT Davis volunteered to stay behind and help do maintenance on another aircraft. During the maintenance, a malfunction occurred on the helicopter’s locks, which shook the Black Hawk apart. At the young age of 31, 1LT Davis suffered extensive head trauma from the accident and passed away later that day.

Gold Star Army Widow - Recipient

TIFFANY ECKERT

Tiffany Eckert is a single mother to Marlee and Myles, and the surviving spouse of Army Sergeant Andrew “Andy” Eckert. She is widely known for raising “Myles the Gold Star Kid” from Waterville, Ohio. Myles is the young war orphan who found a $20 bill in a Cracker Barrel parking lot and then decided to pay it forward by giving it to a man in uniform. The generosity of this family has swept the nation and challenged others to follow suit. Marlee and Myles are both Folds of Honor scholarship recipients and Tiffany is attending Bowling Green State University as a recipient. She has been a member of the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau since 2015.

UNITED STATES ARMY SERGEANT

ANDREW ECKERT

United States Army Sergeant Andrew “Andy” Eckert enlisted in the Army Reserve in 2001. After completing basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, and AIT in Gulfport, Mississippi, he was assigned to the 983rd Engineer Battalion, Monclova, Ohio. In 2003, SGT Eckert was activated as an Individual Augmentee for a Regular Army Engineer Battalion and deployed to Iraq with that unit. During the deployment, he was wounded by shrapnel from an improvised explosive device, sent home to recuperate, and was awarded the Purple Heart. After recovering from his injuries, SGT Eckert’s reserve unit was once again activated. While he didn’t have to deploy, he chose to return to Iraq for a second tour, leaving behind his wife, daughter, and infant son. He would ask female soldiers to show him how to braid hair so he would be able to fix his daughter’s hair when he returned home. On May 8, 2005, SGT Eckert died of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated near his Humvee in Samarra, Iraq. He was posthumously awarded a second Purple Heart and the Bronze Star.

Gold Star Air Force Widow

RACHEL FAULKNER-BROWN

Rachel Faulkner Brown is a carpool mom with a story of both heartbreak and healing. She is a Gold Star wife and mom of two teenagers, who are Folds of Honor scholarship recipients. Along with being the director of the Folds of Honor Speaker’s Bureau, Rachel is founder of Be Still Ministries and Never Alone Widows, which conducts retreats to help women and widows, who like herself, found themselves alone with children to walk through grief. She speaks across the country sharing her personal tragedies with hope and the promise that the ‘worst thing is actually the best thing’ that ever happens to you. When she is not finding stories or sharing hers, Rachel loves to paint, travel with Davis, Campbell, and her husband, Rod, a pastor and strategic consultant in Atlanta.

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE MAJOR DAVID FAULKNER

United States Air Force Major David “Blair” Faulkner was a 1986 graduate of Mars Hill Bible School and a 1992 graduate of the University of North Alabama. He joined the Air Force in August of 1989 and was recognized as an accomplished, highly decorated pilot, compiling 2,735 flight hours. Major Faulkner served as a member of the Alabama Air National Guard from 1989-1994, a KC-135R navigator with the 117th Air Refueling Wing in Birmingham from 1996-1999, an A-10 fighter pilot with the 706th Fighter Squadron in New Orleans from 2000-2005 and lastly, as a T-38 instructor pilot with the 43rd Flying Training Squadron, Columbus AFB, Mississippi. In 2003, Major Faulkner and his wife Rachel were married and 10 months after Blair’s deployment to Afghanistan welcomed their first-born son. In October 2007, the couple welcomed their second child, a daughter, and their family was complete. Just six months later, on April 23, 2008, at Columbus AFB, Major Faulkner and a student pilot were taking off for a training mission when a problem with the jet’s flaps caused the T-38C Talon to roll to the left as it took off. The pilots tried to eject, but the plane was nearly upside down and too low for them to eject safely. Both men perished in the crash.

STEPHEN C. FREDERICO

Stephen C. Frederico is a medical student at the University of attending the College of Charleston in South Carolina, Stephen Stephen joined a research group at the Medical University of therapies targeted to brain tumors. Stephen credits his father, who served in the Unites States Marine Corps, for teaching him treatments for brain tumors that can extend patient survival and quality of life. Following his time at MUSC, Stephen joined research teams at Duke University and the National Institutes

spending time in the laboratory focusing his research efforts on reversing immune suppression in brain tumor patients. Now at

recently awarded a highly prestigious research fellowship in support of his work in pediatric brain tumors and will be performing a year of pediatric brain tumor research at Harvard Medical School and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA, before returning to Pittsburgh to complete his clinical training.

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS

CORPORAL STEPHEN D. FREDERICO

Marine Corps Corporal Stephen D. Frederico served honorably with the 1st Battalion, 8th Marines as a rifleman as part of the Multi-National Peace Keeping Force in Beirut, Lebanon, in 1983. This unit became the main victim of the “Beirut Bombing”. On October 23, 1983, a truck loaded with 12,000 pounds of explosives crashed through the gates of the BLT headquarters at the airport in Beirut, Lebanon. Casualties on that day were 220 Marines, 18 Sailors, and 3 soldiers. One hundred individuals were injured. Most of the casualties were from this unit. Following Corporal Frederico’s honorable discharge, he went on to become a police officer with the Irondequoit Police Department for 20 years. Now retired from the police force, he currently resides in Sarasota, FL, with his wife Graceann and their pet shih tzu “Rocky.”

GINGER GILBERT-RAVELLA

Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau member Ginger Gilbert Ravella is a military wife and widow, mother of five, stepmother of two, writer, and international speaker. At 36 years old, she faced the sudden tragic loss of her husband while he served in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Major Troy Gilbert, an Air Force F-16 pilot, gave his life while saving over 20 special operation soldiers. His remains were taken from the crash site by Iraqi insurgents. Major Gilbert left behind five beautiful children, all under the age of 9 years old. Ginger’s open and genuine testimony of wrestling with God during despair and depression resonates with those who question their faith in the face of tragedy. Her private pain became front page news time and time again over the unbelievable ten-year journey of finding and bringing Troy’s remains home to U.S. soil. Ginger works tirelessly to support and raise funds to help fallen and disabled veterans and their families. She is remarried to a widower and USAF fighter pilot, Colonel (Ret) Jim Ravella, who lost his wife to breast cancer. Their mission is to encourage anyone who seeks reconciliation and peace when life hurts the most and to continue to serve their nation by serving others. All five Gilbert Ravella children are multi-year Folds of Honor Scholarship recipients. Ginger and Jim currently reside in Nashville, Tennessee, with their children.

Gold Star Air Force Widow

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE MAJOR TROY GILBERT

United States Air Force Major Troy “Trojan” Gilbert served our country honorably for over ten years. He graduated officer training school in 1995 and graduated pilot training school in 2000. While deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Major Gilbert was killed in action near Baghdad when his plane crashed while defending the lives of U.S. Special Forces whose helicopter had crashed. He was 34 years old. Major Gilbert was awarded posthumously the Purple Heart for wounds received in action, as well as the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor Award, and many others. He left behind his wife and five children.

JACOB GREEN

Jacob Green is a medically retired Green Beret and father of three Folds of Honor Scholarship recipients. He joined the Army in 2004 at the age of 26. Jacob enlisted as an 18X (Special Forces candidate). He grew up in Sacramento, California, and earned a degree from Liberty University. Jacob earned his Green Beret in 2006 and was assigned to 7th Special Forces Group (A) and served on ODA 755 during two combat deployments to Afghanistan and two deployments supporting the Global War on Terrorism. He first injured his ankle in Afghanistan during his 2009-2010 deployment. After the deployment, he had his first of many surgeries to rebuild the ankle. While recovering, Jacob earned his master’s degree from National Defense University in 2013. He volunteered to be reassigned to 3rd Special Forces Group to serve in Afghanistan again two months after graduation. He reinjured his ankle during his Afghanistan deployment in 2013, and again during his 2015 deployment. Jacob had his right leg amputated below the knee on October 7, 2015, after doctors could not save his leg. He spent nearly two and a half years at Walter Reed and Brooke Army Medical Center.

UNITED STATES ARMY SERGEANT FIRST CLASS JACOB A. GREEN

Sergeant First Class Green medically retired in 2018 and currently works as a project manager. He loves being home with his family and playing sports with his boys. They enjoy soccer, golf, fishing, and swimming. His sons and wife are his rock and light and they are enjoying their time together, making up for lost time while Jacob was deployed. His three boys are multi-year Folds of Honor recipients, and he has been a member of the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau since 2022.

LISA HALLETT

Lisa Hallett is the executive director and co-founder of Wear Blue: Run to Remember. As an avid runner, she soon found a community that needed the same kind of support that running gave her. Creating Wear Blue gave Lisa a healthy outlet for her grief and a path to move forward she’s committed to sharing with others. Appointed by President Barack Obama, Lisa served on the American Battle Monument Commission from January 2017 to December 2018. She is a 2018 Presidential Leadership Scholar and currently serves on the Survivor Advisory Working Group, advising the Army Chief of Staff on quality-of-life issues and concerns affecting the survivor community. Lisa’s three children, Jackson, Bryce, and Heidi, are all Folds of Honor scholarship recipients. She is a member on the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau.

Gold Star Army Widow

UNITED STATES ARMY CAPTAIN JOHN L. HALLETT III

United States Army Captain John L. Hallett III attended the US Military Academy at West Point. In 2001, he reported to Fort Benning, Georgia, for Infantry Officer Basic Training, and in 2002, reported for duty at Schofield Barracks in Honolulu, Hawaii, where he served as a Rifle and Scout Platoon Leader, Company Executive Officer and Civil Affairs Officer. On August 25, 2009, Captain Hallett and three other soldiers were on a mercy mission delivering medicine to a village in southern Afghanistan where the residents were suffering from an outbreak of cholera. The team was returning to base when the vehicle in which they were traveling struck an improvised explosive device, claiming the lives of all four men. He was 30 years old.

Gold

Star Army Widow

COLLEEN KATZENBERGER

Colleen Katzenberger will never forget the day she met her husband, Army Staff Sergeant Jeremy Katzenberger, at a local golf club. On April 30, 2005, at the age of 19, Colleen married the Army Ranger and love of her life. After she graduated with a bachelor of science in nursing, they decided it was time to expand their family. Even though SSG Katzenberger was deployed in October 2010, the Army allowed him to return home for the birth of their son, Everett. Only a few months later in 2011, Colleen and Everett lost Jeremy. In 2015, both Colleen and Everett became Folds of Honor Scholarship Recipients. Colleen graduated with a Master of Education degree from Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Missouri. She currently works as a high school teacher for the Park Hill School District. Everett continues to excel in many areas and enjoys science, Boy Scouts, and golf. Despite their loss, Colleen and Everett continue to honor the legacy of their hero.

UNITED STATES ARMY STAFF SERGEANT

JEREMY A. KATZENBERGER

United States Army Staff Sergeant Jeremy Katzenberger, a native of Weatherby Lake, Missouri, enlisted in the Army in October 2004. After graduating from the Basic Airborne Course, he was assigned to the Ranger Assessment and Selection Program. In April 2005, he was assigned to B Company, 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, where he served as a rifleman, automatic rifleman, team leader, and Ranger squad leader. In 2011, SSG Katzenberger deployed for the eighth time in support of the War on Terror. On June 14, 2011, at the age of 26, he was killed by enemy forces during a heavy firefight while conducting combat operations in Paktika Province, Afghanistan. SSG Katzenberger was a distinguished member of the Army’s premier direct action raid force and fought valiantly as he served his fellow Rangers and our great nation. Staff Sergeant Katzenberger was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart, Bronze Star Medal, and Meritorious Service Medal.

graduated from the University of Utah with a marketing degree and is a fellow Folds of Honor speaker. Her youngest son currently attends the University of Utah studying film and music production. Folds of Honor has given Pamela’s family a sense of community that shares a common loss and common strength. They are eternally grateful for the financial and loving support of Folds of Honor.

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE CHIEF

MASTER SERGEANT WILLIAM KENDALL

United States Air Force Chief Master Sergeant William Kendall deployed to Iraq and then Afghanistan immediately after the events of 9/11. He was on a nine-month rotation, deploying for 11 months at a time, then home for nine months. He left his home, wife, and two young sons seven times when deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. A decorated Airman who was awarded the Bronze Star Medal in 2012, CMSgt Kendall spent his entire Air Force career in the Pavements and Construction Equipment Operator Field. After his final deployment, at the age of 49, CMSgt Kendall was diagnosed with severe PTSD, TBI, degenerative discs, and shrapnel in his hip that could not be recovered. Six months later, after 30 years of honorable service, CMSgt Kendall retired. The effects of his wartime wounds became more profound and nightly seizures would occur. On November 17, 2016, Chief Master Sergeant Kendall succumbed to his combat disabilities and passed away from a Post Traumatic Seizure. He is survived by his wife and two sons.

MICHAEL LAMMEY

United States Navy Petty Officer First Class Michael Lammey served our country honorably for over nine years. He deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. On December 1, 2006, PO1 Lammey was working aboard the U.S.S Frank Cable when he experienced an event that would change his life forever. The boiler on the ship was damaged and exploded. PO1 Lammey sustained third degree burns to 48% of his body from 1200 degree steam that quickly filled the room. Out of six service members that were injured, only four survived. His wife Rose reflects, “everyone that he meets is inspired by his perseverance. Michael’s ability to keep his core values after a life changing experience has been valuable in raising our three children. Our family’s challenges are met with positive persistence, because of his example.” Michael has been a member of the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau since 2019.

Petty Officer Lammey’s wife, Rose Lammey, was a multi-year Folds of Honor scholarship recipient. She graduated in May 2020 from The Art Institute of San Antonio and received her degree in advertising and fine arts. Michael and Rose’s three daughters are all former or current scholarship recipients. The Lammey family loves spending time together and supporting one another.

ASHLYN McCAIN DUJANOVIC

Gold Star daughter, Ashlyn McCain, graduated from the University of Central Florida in December 2019 where she received a bachelor’s degree in English and a minor in Theatre. She is currently pursuing a career in acting and film while working for Walt Disney World’s Theme Parks Entertainment. Her father, Army SFC Johnathan McCain, was part of the “Arctic Wolves” stationed at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, where the family lived for 13 years. As a result, Ashlyn loves to hunt, fish, camp, and explore the outdoors, just like her dad. She volunteers as a mentor to children who have lost a parent serving in the military and would like to expand her role to help these children learn to hunt and fish as her father taught her. Ashlyn looks up to Adam Driver, Gary Sinise, and Bob Hope - hoping to one day be like them, acting and giving back to the families of service members. Ashlyn joined the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau in February 2019.

UNITED STATES ARMY SERGEANT FIRST CLASS JOHNATHAN B. MCCAIN

United States Army Sergeant First Class Johnathan B. McCain grew up in a fiercely patriotic family. As a young boy, he accompanied his mother, a volunteer for a POW/MIA Support group, and drew pictures for the veterans who had served in Vietnam and Korea. After meeting the veterans, he decided he wanted to become part of the military and defend our rights by serving in the United States Armed Forces. SFC McCain is described as a “silent warrior” and very humble. He was decorated with many awards including the Purple Heart and four Bronze Stars. Along with his love of country, SFC McCain was an avid outdoorsman and an extraordinary artist. On November 13, 2011, during his third deployment, SFC McCain was killed in action when his Stryker Brigade was on mounted patrol and an improvised explosive device detonated. He was posthumously awarded a second Purple Heart.

ALLIE McCREA

Allie McCrea is the daughter of the late Army Specialist Kevin McCrea. Kevin was injured during night-jumps as a paratrooper due to malfunctions with his parachute. As a result of his injuries, Allie was a qualified recipient of the Folds of Honor scholarship for all four years of her undergraduate degree. Consequent to the financial support she received during this time, Allie was able to pursue a graduate degree in music therapy. Allie now works as a board-certified music therapist in a major Philadelphia hospital system. She is a clinician and researcher in the hospital where her father was once a patient. Her passion to serve others comes from her father's commitment to our country, even after he was severely disabled. Allie strives to bring awareness to the ultimate sacrifices that our military men and women make for our freedom. She is proud to share her father’s legacy and family story.

Gold Star Army Dependent - Recipient

UNITED STATES ARMY SPECIALIST KEVIN McCREA

United States Army Specialist Kevin McCrea proudly served his country as a paratrooper. His military career was stopped short when he suffered a major injury due to a parachute malfunction during a night jump. Specialist McCrea was medically retired and honorably discharged from the military and endured a complex medical journey. Despite his injuries, he graduated college and law school, but, unfortunately, was unable to practice law due to his health condition. His wife, Marie, was his full-time caregiver until he ultimately passed away in June 2020 due to complications sustained from the injury during his time of service.

Marie McCrea is a mother and the widow of Army Specialist Kevin McCrea. Though they were not married when Kevin served, the consequences of his service-related injury had a lasting impact on their 31-year marriage. For most of their marriage, Marie held the role of Kevin’s caregiver. They have three children who were all Folds of Honor recipients. Marie enjoys teaching a religious class, dining out with friends, and spending time with her kids. Along with being a member of the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau, Marie is the Treasurer of the Gold Star Wives of America Philadelphia Chapter.

UNITED STATES ARMY SPECIALIST KEVIN McCREA

EMILEE MUELLER

Emilee Mueller's story is full of uncertainty, strength and love. She is the daughter of Jason Mueller, retired E7 from United States Navy. a 4-year Folds of Honor scholarship recipient. Emilee is currently a senior at the University of Akron pursuing a degree in Education. Emilee hopes to work in an inner-city school district to change the lives of those who need extra love and support. She enjoys traveling, spending time with her family and favorite companion, a chocolate lab named Moose. Emilee has recently joined the Folds of Honor speaking bureau and will traveling around the country to tell her beautiful story.

UNITED STATES NAVY SEABEE EO1 JASON MUELLER

United States Navy Seabee EO1, Jason Mueller was a 1995 graduate of GlenOak High School. He joined the Navy in 1995 and completed 2 West Pac deployments on the USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) from 1995-1999 as an Aviation Boatswains mate and received the Navy Achievement Medal in 1999. After serving 4 years on active duty, he transitioned to the NMCB-26 Naval Reserve unit out of Akron, Ohio. Jason completed a tour in Iraq from 2005-2006 and received the Army Achievement Medal for his work in Iraq in 2006. Jason continued his Navy career aiding in several building projects by assisting the US Border Patrol in Nogales, Arizona and building hurricane shelters in Andros Island, Bahamas. While serving his time with the Seabees, Jason's work was noticed by many boy scout troops in the Cuyahoga Falls area. He retired in 2016 after 21 years of service with the US Navy. Jason suffered PTSD and many injuries during his time of service. The VA played an integral part in helping Jason receive the help he needed to continue to live a fulfilling life with his family including his wife, Stephanie, daughter, Emilee and son, Chase.

SHANI NELSON

Shani Nelson is the wife of the late Keon Nelson, a United States Navy Veteran. Shani met Keon at San Diego State University while earning her Bachelor of Science degree. To their beautiful marriage, four wonderful children were born: Keon, Jr., Jeron, Malia, and Sean. After the passing of her husband, Shani's world was shattered and the load seemed more than she could bear. However, she found strength and comfort relying on the promises of God and the support of her church, family, and friends. Daily she would encourage herself by quoting her favorite scripture, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." She uses every opportunity to share her story of grief, hope, and healing. Shani loves to travel and explore new places, spend time with family, and support her children in all their activities. She pursues her passion for finance as a financial coach to women and youth. Shani recognizes the faithfulness of God by the opportunity presented by Folds of Honor which allows her children to attend private school. She is thankful to Folds of Honor for recognizing and honoring the sacrifice of Keon and their commitment to educate his legacy.

Gold Star Navy Widow

UNITED STATES NAVY DC3

KEON D. NELSON, SR.

United States Navy DC3 Keon Nelson grew up in Miami, Florida. Two years after high school, Keon joined the United States Navy. Keon served on the USS Peleliu (LHA 5) as a Damage Controlman 3rd Class. He was a highly decorated seaman receiving the Navy Good Conduct Medal, Navy “E” Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal. Higher education was very important to Keon and after leaving the military, he received his Bachelor of Science Degree from The University of Phoenix and Master of Business Administration Degree from The University of Redlands. On March 25, 2018, just six months after the birth of his fourth child, Keon passed away after courageously battling gastrointestinal cancer. He always extended himself whether to help a neighbor, coach his son's team, or serve as a mentor. He always encouraged his wife to pursue her dreams. Keon was a man among men. His faith in God, love for his country, and care of his family were admired by old and young men. The statement made by many after Keon’s passing was, “he did more in his 36 years of living than most people do in a lifetime.”

Disabled Air Force Veteran Dependent- Recipient

KYLIE NEMECEK

Kylie Nemecek graduated Summa Cum Laude from The University of South Carolina in 2017 with her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and minor in Psychology. She graduated from the University of Texas Medical Branch in August of 2020 as a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Kylie is an outpatient orthopedic physical therapist currently employed by Memorial Hermann Rockets Sports Medicine Institute. She also works on weekends with an orthotics and prosthetics company, fitting braces for patients in the greater Houston area. The Nemecek family is very involved with Folds of Honor. Her father, Colonel John Nemecek, is the South Texas Chapter president and her mother, Di, works for Folds of Honor as the Senior Director of Chapter Relations. Kylie and her two brothers, Johnnie and Jackson, have been Folds of Honor scholarship recipients. She is proud to be a member of the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau.

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE COLONEL

JOHN M. NEMECEK

United States Air Force Colonel John M. Nemecek is a decorated, disabled veteran who continues to serve our great nation through military service in the Air Force Reserves. A graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy, Col Nemecek worked different jobs while serving in the Air Force, but he spent most of his time working as an Aircraft Maintenance Officer. He is currently serving as the Group Commander of the 301st MXG at Joint Reserve Base Carswell in Fort Worth, Texas. Col Nemecek has undergone multiple surgeries but has never allowed this to hold him back from leading a full life. He remains active in his community volunteering with various organizations including serving as the president of Folds of Honor South Texas.

COLLEEN O’HARE

On July 11, 2000, Colleen O’Hare was left to raise her children, Katie (4), Elizabeth (3), and Tommy (9 mo.) on her own, when her husband Ray’s plane crashed while in the Navy’s elite Test Pilot School. The O’Hare’s storybook romance began when they met at Harvard, and it was love at first sight. Ray was the rock she leaned upon. Without him, she and her family did their best to navigate the murky waters of life; their “new normal”. Colleen raised her three children, started a business, and earned her MBA at night. She discovered Folds of Honor when researching college scholarships for the children. All three of the O’Hare children are either past or present scholarship recipients. Currently, Colleen is a Program Manager for a defense contractor, providing test support to the Navy’s F-18 Super Hornet, the same plane and squadron Ray would have been flying. She is also a Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) Peer Mentor, offering support to others who have lost a spouse in the line of duty, as well as a member of the Red Cross Disaster Action Team in Maryland. She is very grateful to Folds of Honor for not only the financial support the scholarships have provided to her children, but for the emotional support and mentoring the organization has provided since they came alongside their family in 2013. Both Colleen and her daughter Liz became members of the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau in 2019.

UNITED STATES NAVY LIEUTEANT COMMANDER RAYMOND O’HARE

2001. During their 13 wonderful years together, they had two daughters, Rachel and Avery, who are both Folds of Honor Scholarship Recipients. Ashley is a certified Group Fitness Instructor and has taught classes since 2012. She has specialized certifications in Yoga, Pilates, group resistance training, circuit training, and prenatal and postnatal fitness. She is a volunteer at her local Air Force Base, daughters’ school, and church.

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE MAJOR RICHARD SCHAFER

United States Air Force Major Richard “Tracer” Schafer was inspired as a boy to join the Air Force while watching the Thunderbirds fly at air shows. As a student, he helped form the Air Force JROTC at James Bowie High School in Austin, Texas. Major Schafer received an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy after high school and graduated in May 2001. He was assigned to Laughlin Air Force Base for pilot training where he earned the Distinguished Graduate Award and the honor of flying the F-16 Fighting Falcon. After pilot training, MAJ Schafer was assigned to the highly respected Triple Nickel, the 555th Fighter Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy. He flew combat missions over Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan, and deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom three times. After his Operational Tour, he was assigned to fly the T-38 Talon as an Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals Instructor Pilot. On August 31, 2014, while on family vacation, Major Schafer was killed when the small plane he was in crashed outside of Abilene, Texas. He was a decorated combat pilot who earned three Air Medals and had over 445 combat hours.

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LITISHA SHELVIN

Litisha Shelvin is a native of North Carolina who joined the United States Army in 1994. While in the Army at her first duty station, she met and married her husband, SFC (Ret) Leroy Shelvin, in 1999. which she describes as synchronicity. Litisha served jointly beside Leroy until she separated from the Army in 2004. She is the mom of three beautiful daughters, two of whom are Folds of Honor recipients. Litisha and her family currently reside in Schertz, Texas, where she continues working for the Army as a civilian. She enjoys spending quality time with her family and making memories to be cherished for a lifetime.

UNITED STATES ARMY SERGEANT FIRST CLASS LEROY SHELVIN

Army Sergeant First Class (Ret) Leroy Shelvin is a native of New Orleans where he graduated from John Ehret High School in May 1992. Just two weeks after graduation, SFC Shelvin joined the United States Army. He served honorably as a Petroleum Supply Specialist for over 21 years. During his time in the military, he served in many positions including Platoon Sergeant, Drill Sergeant, and First Sergeant. While serving, SFC Shelvin earned his associate’s degree from Coastline Community College, and upon retiring, he completed his bachelor’s degree from University of Maryland University College. Over the span of his military career, SFC Shelvin deployed in support of Operation Restore Hope, Operation Uphold Democracy, Operation Able Sentry, Operation Joint Forge, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Global War on Terrorism. He was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal (3), The Army Commendation Medal (6), The Army Achievement Medal (7), and the Good Conduct Medal (7). Of all his accomplishments, his greatest is being married to his wife for life, Litisha Shelvin. Through their union, they were blessed with three beautiful daughters: Shamyra, Serenity, and Shaela. SFC Shelvin is now employed as an Air Force civilian continuing his support of the military and military families.

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SHERELLE SIMMONS

United States Army Reserve Major (Retired) Sherelle Simmons is a graduate of Winthrop University (MBA) and University of North Carolina at Charlotte (BA Mathematics).She joined the military in 1982 as a Private and served with HHC, 34th Support Battalion, Fort Hood, Texas, as an Administrative Specialist. After serving three years active duty, she enrolled at UNCC to pursue a degree in mathematics. She continued her military career with the HHC, 108th Training Division as a Training NCO from 1985 until 1989 in addition to enrolling in ROTC. She graduated and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in 1989. She was assigned to the Detachment 1, Company C, 230th Signal Battalion in Asheboro, North Carolina, as a 2nd Lieutenant Signal Officer. She left that position in 1993 and was transferred to the Company A 129th Signal Battalion, Waldorf, Maryland, as the Executive officer. In 1998, she relocated with her family to Olathe, Kansas. She joined the 317 Quartermaster Battalion, Lawrence, Kansas, in 2000 where she served as an Administrative Officer (S-1), Intelligence Officer (S-2) and Operations Officer (S-3). Sherelle commanded the 824th Quartermaster Company from 2002-2003. After her command she mobilized with the 3rd Coscom out of Germany as an Operations Officer in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2003-2004. Her final position was with Tradoc Intelligence Support, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, working with the “Human Terrain System” from 2008-2009 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Sherelle retired from the Army Reserves in 2014. She has been a member of the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau since 2022.

After her command she mobilized with the 3rd Coscom out of Germany as an Operations Officer in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2003-2004. Her final position was with Tradoc Intelligence Support, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, working with the “Human Terrain System” from 2008-2009 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Sherelle retired from the Army Reserves in 2014. She has been a member of the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau since 2022. On the civilian side, Sherelle worked for the Central Intelligence Agency in a Langley, Virginia, from 1993-1998 as an operations officer. She then performed the hardest job she ever tackled and that was being a stay-at-home mother from 1998-2014. Sherelle currently works for the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, Department of Homeland Security, as an Immigration Services Officer. Her daughters Jerrusha and Janea Simmons are former Folds of Honor recipients, and her son, William Simmons, is a current Folds of Honor recipient.

JURLEY TORIAN

Jurley Torian is mom to three very impressive kids. Elijah is the oldest of the three Torian children. He enjoys art, writing, and drama. He is passionate about writing scripts and aspires to work in the film industry. He is currently a freshman at Savannah College of Art and Design. Laura Bella is a very active young lady. She enjoys horseback riding, surfing, or anything that requires competition. She is a very outgoing young lady and enjoys meeting new people and competing in public speaking for her school. She is “very determined like her dad”, and Jurley explains, Laura Bella puts her all into everything she does. She attends a private school in Wilmington, North Carolina. Avery, the baby of the family, is most like his father. He loves all things outdoors and sports. He plays tackle football and boxes and aspires to be a professional boxer. He also attends a private school in Wilmington. All three Torian kids are Folds of Honor Recipients. Jurley has been a member of the Folds of Honor Speakers bureau since 2020.

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS

MASTER SERGEANT AARON TORIAN

Master Sergeant Aaron Torian served our country honorably for over 10 years. He was a highly-decorated Marine and war hero. Having served two prior tours in Iraq and three in Afghanistan in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, he deployed in October 2013 for his sixth tour. Master Sergeant Aaron Torian died on February 15, 2014, from injuries sustained during combat training operations while serving in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. He was 36 years old. His awards include the Bronze Star with V device, two Purple Hearts for wounds received in action, Navy Commendation Medal with Combat Distinguishing Device, and many other decorations. He is survived by his wife, Jurley, and three children. His children are all multi-year Folds of Honor Scholarship Recipients.

SHANE VINCENT

Before Shane Vincent joined the Army, he was a professional BMX racer. He gave it up, along with an opportunity to participate in the 2008 Olympics, to follow his passion to protect his family and serve his country. He enlisted in the Army and served as a Calvary Scout. Shane and his wife of 16 years, Sharon, have three children. Two of his children are Folds of Honor recipients. He is currently attending Rhema Bible College and volunteers with ministry programs. Shane enjoys speaking and inspiring others all for the glory of God. In 2023, Shane was inducted into the Oklahoma

Army Sergeant Shane Vincent proudly served his country for six years. As a Calvary Scout, he lived by the ‘first in, last out’ motto. During his deployment to Iraq from 2006-2007, Sgt Vincent served in over 300 missions. On May 24, 2007, during the second deadliest month of the war, his team was on a route clearance in Mosul when he was injured from the blast of a 1,500-pound bomb. Sgt Vincent suffered a broken C2 in his neck, fractured L2 vertebrae, over 150 breaks and fractures in his hips and pelvis, a skull fracture, fractured jaw, traumatic brain injury, broken teeth, broken scapula, and expanded organs. He died three times and now has two rods and 12 screws holding his spine together. Unfortunately, he lost a brother in arms that day, Cpl Casey Zylman. After 10 months in the hospital, Sgt Vincent had to learn to walk and talk again. With his wife, Sharon, by his side, he found new purpose and perspective.

SARAH WHITE DUNCAN

Sarah White Duncan graduated from Auburn University in 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing. She currently works for the Folds of Honor as a Senior Impact Officer. Sarah has been featured on Fox and Friends, The Golf Channel’s The Morning Drive, the Golf Channel, PGA Magazine, Southwest Airlines Magazine, as well as several local media outlets. She lives in Dallas, Texas, and is the proud wife of Ty Duncan and mother of Tyrus Duncan, Jr., Truman Duncan, and Tripp Duncan. Sarah is a Gold Star daughter and one of the first Folds of Honor Scholarship Recipients. She is proud to be a member of the Speakers Bureau that gives her the opportunity to speak about her father, Captain Dennis White, and his legacy.

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UNITED STATES AIR FORCE CAPTAIN DENNIS M. WHITE

United States Air Force Captain Dennis White served as a weapon system officer with the 336th Fighter Squadron. On April 18, 1995, Captain White was killed when the F-15E he was flying went down off the North Carolina coast. The aircraft was part of a four-ship mission that was conducting air-to-air intercept training when the F-15E went down around 10:00pm. A native of Lee Summit, Missouri, White was a veteran of Desert Storm. He had a total of 2,200 flying hours. His decorations included the Air Medal w/5 Oak Leaf Clusters. Captain White left behind is loving wife, Gretchen, a four-year-old son, Brian, and a six-year-old daughter, Sarah.

ALEX MADDOX

Alex Maddox’s story is one of both extreme loss and healing. She became a police widow on February 9, 2018, and lost her oldest child on October 11, 2022. Alex and her youngest son, who was born four days after her husband’s End of Watch, have navigated the intense weight of grief while trying to live life in honor of their whole-heartedly missed husband and father. Alex is the Southern chapter president of a non-profit organization, Band of Blue, with a goal of bringing memorable experiences to families and children of fallen officers in the United States. She lives by the mantra her husband taught her, “The good will always outweigh the bad”. She shares her story to audiences in hopes of proving even through the most unimaginable loss and pain, regrowth and rebuilding are possible.

PATROLMAN CHASE LEE

Patrolman Chase Lee Maddox graduated from the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in May 2013 and was the first officer hired by the Locust Grove Police Department straight from the academy. Prior to becoming a police officer, he proudly served his country at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, for basic training and continued his service for six years in the Army Reserves. Chase served his community for five years with passion and valor, becoming a Field Training Officer in just a few short years. Chase and Alex’s first child, Bradin, was born with special needs in June 2010. Chase’s passion to assist families and children within his community was driven by his love for his son. After they married in 2016, they anxiously awaited the birth of their second child, Bodie, with a due date in February 2018. Tragically, four days before Bodie was born, on February 9, 2018, Officer Maddox was dispatched as back up on a call for a failure to appear warrant. The subject became combative and began fired at Officer Maddox and the two deputies he was assisting. He was shot three times and passed away enroute to the hospital.

Chad Moyer is a native of Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, and a 1998 graduate of East Central University. In 2006, he began his military career at the age of 31. As a member of the 45th Infantry, Oklahoma National Guard, United States Army National Guard Sergeant Moyer was deployed to Iraq with the Fire Brigade from 2008-2009. During his second deployment from 2011-2012, SGT Moyer served as Squad Leader in Paktia Province of Afghanistan. The company’s focus was combat patrol to secure the area. During a patrol, his platoon was ambushed, and Moyer was injured when an RPG struck a mountain only five feet behind him. He was awarded the Purple Heart. Chad remained with the 45th Infantry until 2014.

Disabled Army National Guard Veteran/ Current Police Officer

Chad’s career as a Tulsa Police Officer began in July 1998. Throughout his 24-year career, he has worked patrol, street crimes, undercover narcotics, and as a burglary/robbery detective. Moyer is currently a patrol officer with the Tulsa Police Department. Moyer was awarded Tulsa Police Officer of the Year in 2017, an honor that reflects his outstanding character, commitment, and compassion. He is also the recipient of a Life Saving Award and department Accommodation Medal. In July 2023, he retired from the Tulsa Police Department after 25 years of service. Chad and his wife, Kim, live in northeast Oklahoma. Their two children are currently attending college. Moyer’s daughter is a multi-year Folds of Honor scholarship recipient. Chad enjoys riding horses, outdoor recreation, and spending time with his family during his free time.

In 2020, Brooke Pearson became a widow when her first responder husband, Captain David Pearson, passed away. Brooke and David were married for 23 years. She is a mom of four children, two of whom are Folds of Honor recipients. As a member of the Folds of Honor Speakers Bureau, Brooke has the opportunity to tell her family’s story and honor her husband’s service. Brooke enjoys traveling, connecting with friends, and spending time with her children as they venture out in life.

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CAPTAIN DAVID PEARSON

Captain David Pearson was a graduate of Sonoma State University where he played baseball and received his Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education. He attended Daniel Freeman Paramedic School in Inglewood, California, and became a licensed paramedic. Captain Pearson worked as a paramedic for Lake Tahoe Ambulance and as a volunteer firefighter with El Dorado Hills Fire Department in California. In 1999, he began his professional firefighting career with Eugene Fire in Eugene, Oregon, and then with Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue in the Portland area later that same year. As a firefighter/paramedic, he held the ranks of Engineer and Lieutenant before becoming the Captain of the Hazardous Materials Team. After 21 years of service as an active-duty firefighter, Captain Pearson became seriously ill and passed away on March 1, 2020. The Pearsons married in 1996. They welcomed their first daughter in 1999. In 2001, their family grew with the birth of their second daughter, and then again in 2004 with daughter number three. Their son was born in 2008.

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ELLA VELDKAMP

As a new college student, Ella experienced the traumatic loss of her dad, State Trooper Robert Veldkamp. He was not only her dad, but her basketball coach, her boss, and her number one supporter. During this time, Ella had to learn how to cope and grieve while being away from home, surrounded by people she had only known for three months. Although this was a traumatic part of her story, she quickly realized that God used the lowest point of her life to show her just how big of a God He really is. Ella is currently a junior at Dordt University in northwest Iowa, double majoring in Business Marketing and Entrepreneurship and minoring in Public Relations. She is a member of the Dordt University cross-country team.

ROBERT D. VELDKAMP

Robert Dale Veldkamp was a 1991 graduate of Southwest Minnesota Christian High School and a 1993 graduate of Alexandria Technical College. Soon after graduation, he began his career in law enforcement as a deputy in Murray County, MN, and married his high school sweetheart, Tricia, in a double wedding with her identical twin sister and fiancé. In August 1998, Rob joined the Minnesota State Patrol where he served for 22 years. In 2002, he became a member of the Minnesota State Patrol Reconstruction Specialist Team. Rob started Rock River Landscape in 2005 allowing him to work with his children. For 13 years, he coached freshman and JV basketball at Southwest Minnesota Christian. Rob and Tricia were blessed with 7 children: Hope, Olivia, Ella, Ana, Leah, Noah, and Willa. He was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2008 and spent the next 13 years exemplifying his tenacity, strength, and his love for Jesus and his family. State Trooper Veldkamp passed away on November 14, 2021, at the age of 49.

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