Honoring Those Who Have Served
Stories
Donald Zennie — U.S. Army — Vietnam War — Valencia Resident
August 23, 2019
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“God could not be everywhere, and therefore he made mothers.” — Rudyard Kipling Soldiers have always lied to their mothers during war, it seems. And
Maurice Windom — U.S. Army — Iraq veteran — Santa Clarita resident
August 15, 2019
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Maurice Windom described his father as a disciplinarian. “It was a different time then,” Windom added. “We bumped heads a lot when I was coming
‘Visit with a Vet’ to learn about veteran benefits
August 13, 2019
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The Santa Clarita Veteran Services Collaborative is hosting a Visit with a Vet event Sept. 11. The event was created after Executive Director Jeff Stabile
Randal Winter — U.S. Army — Vietnam veteran — Valencia resident
August 9, 2019
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Randal Winter has always been handy. At 18, he was stationed in Vietnam, where it was hot and humid in the summertime. After he was
Eugene Taylor — U.S. Airborne — World War II — Valencia Resident
August 2, 2019
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Included among the collection of art pieces decorating Col. Eugene Taylor’s home is “Chikara, The Loyal Son,” a limited edition print of a painting by
Unsung heroes get their recognition
July 28, 2019
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On Sunday afternoon, Milcah White hosted a “Salute to Hometown Heroes” reception at Mimi’s Cafe, where she and her business partners presented certificates of recognition from Sen. Scott Wilk and Rep. Katie Hill for military veterans and those who have devoted themselves to caring for special needs individuals.
Albert Ewing — U.S. Air Force — Vietnam-era veteran — Valencia resident
July 26, 2019
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Back in second grade, Albert Ewing had a teacher with “flaming red hair” who was mean to the students. She didn’t know what art was
Frederick Carter — U.S. Air Force — Vietnam Veteran — Valencia Resident
July 18, 2019
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Staff Sgt. Frederick Carter has lived in his retirement home in Valencia for six years. A five-bedroom, five-bathroom, Mediterranean-style home nestled in the Vista Hills
Chamber recognizes SCV veterans at annual Patriots Luncheon
July 11, 2019
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The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce honored local veterans at its ninth annual Patriots Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency on Thursday. Each year, the
Joseph Reyes — U.S. Army — Vietnam veteran — Valencia resident
July 11, 2019
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Joseph Reyes has been a software developer for more than 50 years now, and he’s good at it. “They used to call me ‘One-time Joe,’”
Bill Vidito — Gulf War-Era Veteran — U.S. Army — Stevenson Ranch
July 5, 2019
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It’s always the people you least expect. As you sit in front of Bill Vidito, you notice a handful of things: a collared shirt, unwrinkled,
Ashley Bozeman — U.S. Navy — Afghanistan & Iraq-era — Saugus resident
June 27, 2019
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Ashley Bozeman is happier when she’s doing things she can truly believe in, whether that means she’s training dogs at Ray’s Hope: Rescue to Rescue,
SCV Chamber releases names of Patriots Luncheon honorees
June 26, 2019
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The Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce announced seven local veterans and community leaders set to be honored at its ninth annual Patriots Luncheon in
Juan Ortiz — U.S. Merchant Marine — World War II-era, Korea Veteran — Valencia Resident
June 21, 2019
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Juan Ortiz’s father told him a phrase before he sent his son off as a young teenager to take on New York City. It was
‘Mental Health Day’ aims to help veterans and families
June 15, 2019
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The Santa Clarita Valley Veteran Services Collaborative hosted its first Veteran & Family Mental Health Day, “Pathways to Empowerment,” on Saturday. The mental health day,
Chris & Constance Werthe — U.S. Navy, Air Force & Army — Valencia residents
June 13, 2019
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When you’re in the military, finding someone who understands the time commitment isn’t always easy, which is why many end up marrying fellow military members.
Jeffrey Stabile — U.S. Air Force — Vietnam — Newhall Resident
June 7, 2019
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There’s a reason so many songs and pieces of art are stylized or are in honor of New York City. The people, the food and
Battle buddies, community unite to support veterans on D-Day’s 75th anniversary
June 7, 2019
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On the 75th anniversary of D-Day, local residents, veterans and a few Santa Clarita Valley canines came together at The Oaks Club for the fourth
Mental health day to help veterans and their families
June 5, 2019
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The Santa Clarita Valley Veteran Services Collaborative is hosting its first Veteran & Family Mental Health Day, “Pathways to Empowerment,” on Saturday, June 15. The
David Barragan — U.S. Navy veteran — Vietnam-era — Canyon Country resident
May 30, 2019
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Not every veteran can say they found their passion through their time in the military, but David Barragan is certainly among them. “It was a
Helping veterans through a little puppy love
May 30, 2019
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David Essex, a U.S. Army veteran, has known for years that he wants to help the veteran community, but it wasn’t until he began working
Korean War veterans recognized at Eternal Valley Memorial Day Tribute
May 27, 2019
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Eternal Valley held its Memorial Day Tribute on Monday morning — a ceremony that included speeches from Santa Clarita veterans like councilman and former Green Beret Bob Kellar and retired Navy fighter pilot Mike Garcia, a flyover by World War II AT6 aircraft and a rifle salute by the Ronald Reagan Marine Corps League, Simi Valley.
Bella Vida hosts Memorial Day sing-along tribute
May 25, 2019
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Senior veterans from across the Santa Clarita Valley were honored with a Memorial Day tribute at the Bella Vida Senior Center on Friday. The tribute
Backpack Walk brings community together to honor local veterans
May 25, 2019
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Local veterans and their families gathered early Saturday morning for the Veteran Services Collaborative’s inaugural Memorial Day weekend Backpack Walk at Realty Executives in Newhall.
Videos
Meeting the Brave
Lt. Col. David Jackson, U.S. Army
A 27-year veteran of the United States Army, Lt. Col. David Jackson recalls his experiences in the military and how they have shaped his
October 18, 2018
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Jacob P. Miller, USMC Afghanistan War
Jacob P. Miller was born November 2, 1986, in Granada Hills, California, but he grew up in Canyon Country graduating from Canyon High School June
June 12, 2018
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Dick Ramsey, World War II
Propelled by the tragic outcome of the attack on Pearl Harbor, Dick Ramsey stepped forward and served his country, a nation still healing from assault.
April 30, 2018
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Gordon Rogers, World War II
After enduring tragedy in childhood, Gordon Rogers went on to perform one of the most hair-raising duties during World War II as a teenager, participating in America’s massive offensive to pulverize Hitler’s Nazi Germany.
March 21, 2018
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WWII Veteran Dr. Lee Shulman
On Dec. 7, 1941, everything changed in Lee Shulman’s life, just like every American during that time.
February 15, 2018
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Meeting the Brave: Jim Hackett
Meeting the Brave is The Signal’s six-part video series taking a unique snapshot into the valiant efforts taken by six local veterans to protect freedom and the values we have as Americans.
The series is hosted by Vietnam War veteran and Santa Clarita resident Bill Reynolds, one of the “Boys of ’67,” Charlie Company, 4th/47th, 9th Infantry Division.
January 11, 2018
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