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Veteran Stories

Crossroads Hospice, Memphis, TN: Level Four Partner

Read the story of BJ Martin, a U.S. Navy Veteran who served in the South Pacific during WWII

Hospice Advantage Flint, MI

Hospice Advantage’s Veteran patient Floyd Coffield is listed among the heroes of Genesee County WWII veterans! 

Learn more about this Veteran’s story and what one volunteer at Hospice Advantage did to honor his service! 

MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care, New York, NY: Level Four Partner 

Hebert Epstein is a retired Captain and WWII Veteran, as well as a patient at MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care. Read Captain Epstein’s story!

Intrepid Hospice, North Charleston, SC: Level Four Partner A Lifetime of Service

Volunteer Coordinator Shelli Clark writes about the importance of honoring all Veterans, including her specific recognition of MSG Richard C. Wiedenhoeft.

Homestead Hospice, Roswell, GA: Level Three Partner

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Major General James C. Smith joined the Army at the age of 17 into the 6th Calvary. He served 38 years of active duty combat beginning in WWII through the Korean and Vietnam Wars.

During his military career, he was trained as a paratrooper, flew 6 wings, and was the first Golden Cup Pilot. Homestead Hospice in Roswell, GA had the pleasure to honor this amazing hero!

Heroes Among Us: The Story of Wendall Squires

Read about Corporal Squire’s unique service during WWII. 

BAYADA Hospice, Norwich, VT: Level One Partner

BAYADA Hospice Fulfills World War II Veteran’s Ultimate Wish

Meet James “Spike” Sandifer:

Mr. Sandifer flew a Piper Club airplane in WWII with the Army Air Corps during the invasion of Europe. 

After the war ended, he spent the rest of his life raising 4 boys with his bride of 62 years. 

Solaris Hospice, TX 

In honor of Memorial Day, Solaris Hospice decided to interview a couple of their very own employees who doubled as Veterans.

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Posted on August 21, 2015

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