for Service to State, Nation
In remembrance of a fallen hero, may his family have strength to endure the tough times ahead. He postponed his honeymoon to serve his country and protect us. God bless him and his loved ones.
Lisa Vance (left) widow of Sgt. Gene Vance Jr.,
who was killed May 19 while on patrol in eastern
Afghanistan, embraces a West Virginia state flag
presented to her during a public memorial service
Sunday in Morgantown. At right is Sgt. Vance's mother,
June Vance of North Carolina.
Audio: For The Fallen Soldiers