My uncle was quite a guy. Started out as a cavalry officer, went into the paratroops, where he served most of his career and was one of the earliest of the Special Forces. Served in Vietnam too early to get a Vietnam Service Medal, but got four legitimate PH's along with other so-called higher decorations which he deprecated. He was a strong influence on my early years. Thank God this country produces men like him and tx, who I am sure will contiue to serve with distinction.
He does sound like quite a guy, and someone special in your life. Thank God, indeed.