‘The ultimate sacrifice’: Thousands honor veterans, first responders in downtown San Antonio walk

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‘The ultimate sacrifice’: Thousands honor veterans, first responders in downtown San Antonio walk
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On Sunday morning, thousands of people walked through downtown San Antonio to honor the memories of loved ones who served in the military or as first responders.

Read full article: ‘The ultimate sacrifice’: Thousands honor veterans, first responders in downtown San Antonio walk The gala is a celebration of University Health’s work to ensure South Central Texans have the care they need as well as its simulation centerRead full article: University Health Foundation rings in 20 years of Medical Miracles GalaRead full article: San Antonio ISD mariachi students showcase skills at UTSAKSAT DEALSRead full article: Upgrade your beauty routine and kitchen essentials with these Insider DealsGive the gift of two dozen freshly picked roses for just $20– On Sunday morning, thousands walked through downtown San Antonio to honor the memories of loved ones who served in the military or as first responders.

“We just want to honor them and keep those people’s memory alive because the ultimate sacrifice hurts, those people that have lost love when they get up every morning and they hurt,” said Colton Morrow, west coast event team manager for Carry the Load. “The least we can do is get out and do a little walking.” Families can wear a bib on their backs with the names of loved ones lost in the line of duty or while serving their country.“The furthest fact I knew was that my grandfather was in World War I in France in the trenches,” Ball said. “And then my father was in World War II in the Army Air Corps.” Ball discussed his time as a veteran during the Vietnam War era. He lamented about how many of his friends and brothers who died did not get the respect Bell believed they deserved. “Why do you think they call this place Military City ?” Bell joked while looking at the large crowd of people walking. Carry the Load has traveled across the country and will ultimately finish the walk in Dallas. The nonprofit will donate its May proceeds to a selective list of 47 veteran-serving nonprofits.Devan Karp Devan Karp is a GMSA reporter. Originally from Houston, Devan fell in love with local journalism after Hurricane Harvey inundated his community and reporters from around the state came to help. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Communication from Trinity University. Devan's thrilled to be back in San Antonio covering the people, culture and news.Read full article: Upgrade your beauty routine and kitchen essentials with these Insider DealsGive the gift of two dozen freshly picked roses for just $20

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