Gary’s loss profoundly impacted my brother, who considered him like family. Despite Gary being unmarried and childless, my brother formed a close bond with his parents as well. Regular visits to Gary’s gravesite have become a solemn ritual, with my brother instilling in his children the importance of honoring the fallen.
Thanks to his example, my brother’s children have always shown reverence during ceremonies, a behavior instilled in them since childhood. While most attendees at such events exhibit respect, a poignant video captured an extraordinary moment: a soldier’s silent vigil at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, among the highest honors a serviceman can perform.