VVMF Memory Program

Hello Craig, You won't find the name of my brother, PFC Daniel Drury, on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. He is one of many American heroes who returned home from Vietnam, but later died as a result of their service. Dan passed away in 1979 at the age of 31 due to complications from Agent Orange exposure. Today, on In Memory Day, Dan is being inducted into VVMF's In Memory Program—created to ensure those who died as a result of the Vietnam War, yet don't meet the Defense Department criteria for inclusion on The Wall, are always remembered alongside their fellow veterans. Learn more about this important program, and find out how you can apply to have a name added to the In Memory Honor Roll today. I spoke earlier today at VVMF's In Memory Day ceremony. It was a wonderful experience getting to tell the story of my kind-hearted brother, who had a heart of gold. Dan and I were two of six siblings, each with our own personalities. He was the quiet one of the family, but he always stood out—and it wasn't just because he was 6'10". His kindness carried over to his service in Vietnam, as well. His helicopter team was often responsible for picking up the remains of soldiers who were killed. He earned the nickname "boy" because of how deeply each mission would affect him. Upon returning home, he eventually found a life that made him happy. He died only shortly after his daughter turned two. I'm so thankful VVMF's In Memory program will give her an opportunity to know her dad, and to be around people who have similar stories. We want to make sure every name is counted and honored as a part of In Memory. Learn more about the program and how to apply to have a name added today: http://www.vvmf.org/inmemoryprogram Thank you, Annette Conway

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