We asked Facebook: Veterans Day is right around the corner. Who is a United States military veteran in your life that you’re thankful for?
“I’m thankful for my grandfather who survived the sinking of the USS Indianapolis and if he didn’t I wouldn’t nor would my father be here.” — Candice Phillips LeClerc
“My late husband was a U.S. Army combat veteran. 5th Special Forces, Vietnam, ’69-’72. RIP Keith. Forever loved.” — Donna Robbins
“There are many, but first my grandfather, WWII. The stories he would tell about how it was in Europe during the war were mesmerizing.” — Donna Varano
“I have loads of vets in my life but the 3 I am most thankful for are my brother retired U.S. Navy, My husband U.S. Army, and my best friend U.S. Army. Those 3 men are my favorite on this planet!” — Krystal Wilder
“The list on both sides of my family is long, and I am afraid I would leave someone out! I am thankful for those in my family, and those who are my friends who chose to serve in our Nation’s military in order to protect and preserve my family’s freedoms!” — Delicia C. Wallnöfer
“I am thankful for my dad, and 3 uncles that served in the armed forces.” — Elizabeth VandeSande
“My dad. I wouldn’t be here without him.” — John Parker
“My three favorite veterans .. my Grandpa who recently passed October 18th U.S. Navy Vietnam Veteran… My Dad U.S. Marines.. and my Boyfriend U.S. Army who did a 13 month tour in Afghanistan.” — Lexie Meyer