During a ceremony at the African American Veterans Monument, on Memorial Day, Congressman Brian Higgins presented the family of United States Army Pfc. David Evans Jr. with the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, Gold Star Lapel Pin and six additional military service medals earned while he served in the Iraq War.
“Greater love than this no man hath, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” Jesus Christ (John 15:13)
Gold Star families, spouses, or wives refer to family members left behind when a member.