Honor Project
Veterans are all around us every day.
Many are strangers, neighbors, family, and friends.
With more than 19 million Veterans in the United States today, every Veteran comes from different backgrounds, religions, race, sex, and age. On a daily basis they go unnoticed in plain clothes, most not seeking attention.
This project is designed to recognize and honor the brave men and women of our armed forces, those who sacrificed and fought for our freedoms.
My mission is to photograph and honor as many Veterans as possible beginning in McMinn County and all surrounding counties, even expanding to other states if possible, during the upcoming year.
If you are Veteran or active duty military, and would like to participate in the Honor Portrait Project at no charge, please click this link.
01
Sgt. Peter Blassage
Cherry Valley, Illinois
USMC 1986-1992
HMM-163
Aviation Ordnance Marine
"The best memories I have about my service was the camaraderie. You leave your family and create a new family that last forever."
02
Sgt. Michael Heath Belcher
USMC 1987- 1993
HMM-163
Avionics Arial Observer
Helicopter Door Gunner
"I enjoyed traveling over seas and many road trips with the guys that have become my life long friends."
Englewood, Tennessee
03
Cpl. Allen Troy Peevy
Quinton, Oklahoma
USMC 1986 -1991
HMM-163
Avionics Arial Observer
Helicopter Door Gunner
"The best memories I have are hanging out with my Marine Brothers and dehydrated pork patties! Well, there was also that time at the Goat Hill Tavern......"
04
Quinton Peevy
USMC (Active)
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05
Cpl. Gregory W. Oldakowski
Wadena, Minnesota
USMC 1988 -1993
HMM-163
Aviation Life Support Systems
"Everyday was a new memory with people coming into the shop for gear. Was always funny when we sewed somebody's arms shut on their flight suit."
