HOKE COUNTY, N.C. (WTVD) The Tunnel To Towers Foundation surprised a Gold Star Family in Hoke County by paying off their home mortgage.
U.S. Army Special Forces Sgt. 1st Class Joshua Zac Beale was killed in January 2019 while serving in Afghanistan. Beale left behind his wife, Lindsey, and their two children, Leah and Hannah. The Tunnel To Towers Foundation announced that the Beale family was chosen as one of 36 to have their mortgages paid off as part of the organization s annual Season Of Hope between Thanksgiving through the end of December.
The Tunnel to Towers Foundation began to honor the sacrifice of firefighter Stephen Siller who died in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001. The nonprofit also honors military and first responders who continue to make the ultimate sacrifice.
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LEFT: Gold Star monuments, such as this one recently added to the state Capitol complex, are meant to educate the general public about Gold Star familiesâ enduring sacrifices and the ultimate sacrifice made by their loved ones.
RIGHT: At the center of the tribute is a silhouette of a saluting service member, which represents the legacy of the loved ones who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
Photos courtesy of West Virginia Press Association
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