Chillicothe VA honors veterans during special ceremony
CHILLICOTHE— Day in and day out, those at the Chillicothe VA care for the men and women who served our country. Every year on Veterans Day, though, the healthcare facility hosts an extra special event in honor of those veterans. Read More: 100-year-old veteran surprised with special WWII aircraft flight "Veterans Day is an opportunity to honor the courage, commitment, and sacrifice of those who have served our nation," said Ken Mortimer, Executive Medical Center Director of the Chillicothe VA Medical Center. "We welcome the community to join us as we recognize our veterans and celebrate their lasting legacy." During the ceremony, VA staff recognized those who served in all branches of the military, as well as those who are missing in action and prisoners of war. This year, the VA invited veterans and their families to the grounds for a special ceremony with live music, resource vendors and a speech from U.S. Navy Veteran and Founder of Warriors on Wheels, Gil Esparza. Esparza joined the Navy after being inspired by his brother's service. As a kid who dropped out of high school and had no direction, he said service helped him get on track as he earned his GED
