I want to personally thank all the men and women that served during this devastating war. You will never be forgotten.
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Army·1969 to 1970·A hard working and loving family man
James's story
Jim was a hard working and loving family man.
At the young age of 54, he was diagnosed with a service-related illness from Agent Orange. He fought it for 14 years before he died.
His wife, Karen, says, "I want to personally thank all the men and women that served during this devastating war. You will never be forgotten."
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Official places to learn more. Listing a resource here doesn't mean anyone qualifies for it.
- VVMF In Memory programHonors Vietnam veterans who came home and later died from causes related to their service. VVMF sets its own rules for who is included.
- Agent Orange and VA disability
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Where this story comes from
- FAMILY ACCOUNT Shared by his wife with Fire Swept Trail, October 2026. Not independently verified.