Posted on 11/20/2004 9:11:00 AM PST by JusticeTalion
CHOWCHILLA — Army Spc. Terry Hitchcock will return Tuesday to Iraq, thankful for an outpouring of care and generosity after his family lost everything in a fire.
Terry and Mindy Hitchcock didn't know where to begin this week, thanking churches, individuals and organizations who responded without being asked.
Their gratitude ranges from Table Mountain Casino for a donation of $50,000, to Chowchilla volunteers who arranged a $7-per-ticket benefit tri-tip lunch.
"When I finish this deployment, my wife and I will buy a home, build a home; that's what we'll do," the 42-year-old soldier on emergency leave said. "We'll be able to get on our feet."
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Account number: 08751-01559
Chowchilla branch of Bank of America.
God bless our troops wherever they may be.
The continuing major role of reservists in the fighting, points to the need for greater support of their families by the Elks’ Army of Hope. we are identifying units in our communities that have been activated so we can offer help for those left behind. Reserve families, spouses and children of deployed troops are welcome in our Christmas activities at the lodge. We hope you get the word out to all!
http://www.elkslodge.net/
Ive made a habit of picking up the tab when I see soldiers in the resturaunts. Ive also ordered pizzas for the guys at the local recruiting office several times now. (They're soldiers too)
It's not a huge donation but it just may mean that a soldier gets to buy his kid something special that he couldn't otherwise afford.
It is such a wonderful thing to do. I will have to remember to do the same once I am back in the US. God Bless you.
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