Service to Country & Community: Remembering Our Veterans
Service to Country & Community: Remembering Our Veterans

Captain Reese spent more than 25 years with state police. Before he patrolled Erie county, he was a proud member of the U.S. Marine Corp.

May 22nd, 6:03 PM EDT
Air Force Veteran Cindy Thompson's Journey and Family Legacy: Remembering Our Veterans
Air Force Veteran Cindy Thompson's Journey and Family Legacy: Remembering Our Veterans

Two of her children followed her military path; her daughter served in the Air Force, and her son is still serving.

May 15th, 5:18 PM EDT
U.S. Air Force C-130 Load Master Prepares to Retire After Over 30 Years of Service: Remembering Our Veterans
U.S. Air Force C-130 Load Master Prepares to Retire After Over 30 Years of Service: Remembering Our Veterans

Now, he will have more time to visit family and friends in Erie County and take in one of his favorite events, the North East Cherry Festival.

May 8th, 3:40 PM EDT
From Vice Commander to Director of UPMC Jameson School of Nursing: Remembering Our Veterans
May 1st, 6:12 PM EDT
Strong Vincent High School Grad & U.S. Air Force Veteran Ray Lehr: Remembering Our Veterans
Strong Vincent High School Grad & U.S. Air Force Veteran Ray Lehr: Remembering Our Veterans

The 40th Annual National Disabled Sports Clinic will take place on April 4-11 of 2026. Ray says he wouldn't mind making a return trip to Colorado. 

April 24th, 6:00 PM EDT
A Unique Assignment, U.S. Air Force Veteran Shares His Story: Remembering Our Veterans
April 17th, 3:57 PM EDT
U.S. Navy Veteran Now Works with Erie Blue Coats: Remembering Our Veterans
U.S. Navy Veteran Now Works with Erie Blue Coats: Remembering Our Veterans

Garren ended up serving in the military for 28 years. 

April 10th, 1:50 PM EDT
Vietnam Veteran Continues to Honor Legacy of Fellow Veterans: Remembering Our Veterans
Vietnam Veteran Continues to Honor Legacy of Fellow Veterans: Remembering Our Veterans

David served in the United States Marine Corp and was in Vietnam from 1968-1969. He signed up for duty instead of being drafted. 

April 3rd, 3:14 PM EDT
PennWest Edinboro Distinguished Alumni Award Winner is a U.S. Air Force Veteran: Remembering Our Veterans
PennWest Edinboro Distinguished Alumni Award Winner is a U.S. Air Force Veteran: Remembering Our Veterans

This U.S. Air Force combat veteran, spent 23 years serving his country. His tour of duty took him across the globe and in many dangerous situations.

March 27th, 2:39 PM EDT
In Adversity, there is Opportunity - Vietnam Veteran Battling Cancer: Remembering Our Veterans
In Adversity, there is Opportunity - Vietnam Veteran Battling Cancer: Remembering Our Veterans

Tom's greatest honor was serving his country. He was also inspired by his father, a WWII and Korea War vet.

March 20th, 3:53 PM EDT
Jim Meyer: A Lifetime of Service
Jim Meyer: A Lifetime of Service

Meyer spent 20-years in the U.S. Army.

March 6th, 10:58 PM EST
Strong Vincent High School Graduate Served in the U.S. Navy: Remembering Our Veterans
Strong Vincent High School Graduate Served in the U.S. Navy: Remembering Our Veterans

His interesting story starts across the pond before he arrived in the U.S.

February 27th, 6:16 PM EST
Eager to Serve: Jason Saeger Signed Up to Join U.S. Army While in High School - Remembering Our Veterans
Eager to Serve: Jason Saeger Signed Up to Join U.S. Army While in High School - Remembering Our Veterans

Saeger was in the U.S. Army from 1996-2004. He was still a high school student when he signed up to join the military. 

February 20th, 5:11 PM EST
Linesville High School Graduate Served in Korea & Vietnam: Remembering Our Veterans
Linesville High School Graduate Served in Korea & Vietnam: Remembering Our Veterans

In Vietnam, he served as a crew chief on a fixed-wing aircraft.

February 6th, 2:09 PM EST
U.S. Army Air Force WWII Veteran Used Faith to Get Through Missions: Remembering Our Veterans
U.S. Army Air Force WWII Veteran Used Faith to Get Through Missions: Remembering Our Veterans

As he flew on his missions, he would even write in the Bible if on his way to where they were going or on their way back, and he said his faith really helped him get through all those missions.

January 30th, 3:00 PM EST
Crawford County Native & U.S. Army Veteran Gives Back to Local Veterans: Remembering Our Veterans
Crawford County Native & U.S. Army Veteran Gives Back to Local Veterans: Remembering Our Veterans

Carroll still serves as the accredited post service officer for the VFW2006 in Meadville. Getting people enrolled into the VA medical system to working with benefits.

January 23rd, 3:46 PM EST
Meadville High School Veteran Served in United States Navy: Remembering Our Veterans
Meadville High School Veteran Served in United States Navy: Remembering Our Veterans

Instead of being 20 miles away from the action, Crabb was right in the middle of it as a 50 caliber gunner, delivering and protecting troops.

January 16th, 3:44 PM EST
U.S. Army Veteran Served Three Years After High School Graduation: Remembering Our Veterans
U.S. Army Veteran Served Three Years After High School Graduation: Remembering Our Veterans

Scott Kessler, 44, from Conneaut, Ohio, enlisted in the Army in 1999 and served for three years.

January 9th, 3:49 PM EST
Rob Eliason Recounts his Military Service: Remembering our Veterans
Rob Eliason Recounts his Military Service: Remembering our Veterans

Rob Eliason, who was a graduate of Strong Vincent High School, spent the first four years of serving his country in his favorite branch.

December 27th, 2:03 PM EST
Titusville High School Graduate Served 8-Years in U.S. Air Force
Titusville High School Graduate Served 8-Years in U.S. Air Force

He has been a VFW Life Member since 2000, and has achieved Gold Legacy Life Status.

December 19th, 5:15 PM EST
Brennan Perrycannan Followed His Grade School Dream of Serving in U.S. Marine Corp: Remembering Our Veterans
Brennan Perrycannan Followed His Grade School Dream of Serving in U.S. Marine Corp: Remembering Our Veterans

Brennan graduated from McDowell High School in 2014. Joining the Marine Corps was a mission he had in mind for years. 

December 12th, 3:45 PM EST
Harborcreek High School Graduate Served in U.S. Military for 8 Years: Remembering Our Veterans
Harborcreek High School Graduate Served in U.S. Military for 8 Years: Remembering Our Veterans

Jeremy Sidun’s tour of duty started in Parris Island, South Carolina, not long after receiving his high school diploma. And two of his sons followed in his military footsteps.

December 5th, 5:15 PM EST
Richard 'Dick' Robison Served in the U.S. Army & Reserves from 1953-1960: Remembering Our Veterans
Richard 'Dick' Robison Served in the U.S. Army & Reserves from 1953-1960: Remembering Our Veterans

Among the medals he was awarded were the National Defense Service Medal, the Combat Infantry Badge, and the Bronze Star Medal for Valor.

November 28th, 11:55 AM EST
Harborcreek High School Graduate Served in U.S. Coast Guard for 14 Years
Harborcreek High School Graduate Served in U.S. Coast Guard for 14 Years

Why did Frank Hall select the Coast Guard? He wanted to join a branch of the military that makes a difference every day. He did that for 14 years in the Coast Guard.

November 21st, 6:13 PM EST
U.S. Navy Veteran, Kevin Gilbert, Lives by Motto 'To Serve & Protect': Remembering Our Veterans
U.S. Navy Veteran, Kevin Gilbert, Lives by Motto 'To Serve & Protect': Remembering Our Veterans

Kevin Gilbert, 61, a 1981 Union City High School graduate, served four years in the U.S. Navy.

November 14th, 3:56 PM EST
Never Leave Anyone Behind: Tech Memorial Served in U.S. Air Force for 20 Years
Never Leave Anyone Behind: Tech Memorial Served in U.S. Air Force for 20 Years

Nine months after graduating from Tech Memorial H.S., he was off to boot camp, and his journey of becoming a proud veteran was underway.

November 7th, 4:05 PM EST
Erie Native Spent 4 Years in U.S. Air Force: Remembering Our Veterans
Erie Native Spent 4 Years in U.S. Air Force: Remembering Our Veterans

Since 2016, Charles has worked at the Erie VA, helping others avoid rock bottom.

October 31st, 6:08 PM EDT
Iroquois High School Graduate Served on Top-Secret Assignment While in U.S. Navy: Remembering Our Veterans
October 24th, 2:59 PM EDT
Son of Purple Heart Recipient, Adolph Hoffman, Shares his Father's Story of Service & Sacrifice: Remembering Our Veterans
Son of Purple Heart Recipient, Adolph Hoffman, Shares his Father's Story of Service & Sacrifice: Remembering Our Veterans

In 1945, the U.S. Army veteran was in the Coal Mar region and was shot, becoming 100% disabled.

October 17th, 1:36 PM EDT
Jim Joyce Served in U.S. Army for 20 Years & Did 2 Tours of Duty in Vietnam: Remembering Our Veterans
Jim Joyce Served in U.S. Army for 20 Years & Did 2 Tours of Duty in Vietnam: Remembering Our Veterans

When he retired from the military in 1981, he started a second career in Germany, one that last 50 years.

October 3rd, 5:15 PM EDT