Even though the four men no longer have family members, a group of local veterans wanted to make sure they received the respect they deserve.
SAN DIEGO – Four Army veterans were honored and laid to rest Tuesday during a special ceremony at Miramar National Cemetery.
The full military honors ceremony recognized Army veterans Private Daniel Nystrom; Specialist Third Class Victor Zeman; Corporal James Maher; and Private First Class David Robinson. Taitano is a member of Honor Flight San Diego, and she’s also the proud daughter of a Vietnam vet and a wife of retired Army veteran who fought in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Participating in Tuesday’s ceremony was very special for her.Taitano is hopeful this will inspire others to remember everyone who has served or continues to serve to protect our freedom.
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