He was a wonderful man who loved his country and served so proudly. God bless.
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Army·1970 to 1973·Loved his country
David's story
David served in the Army from 1970 to 1973. In Vietnam, he was exposed to Agent Orange every day.
He came home, and in 2005 his health began to fail. He died of a service-related illness from Agent Orange.
His wife, Gail, says, "He was a wonderful man who loved his country and served so proudly. God bless."
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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.