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army | desert stOrm, pentaGOn,
iraqi FreedOm

Ruth’s dedication to her work never wavered even when
the Army called her back to Fort Hood. It was then that
she spent 15 grueling months deployed to Iraq serving
with the 1 Cavalry Division during what was referred to
st
as the Second Gulf War, or Iraqi Freedom.

By then, the toll of over two and a half decades of service
and the growing needs of her family in Lubbock signaled
to Ruth that it was time for a new chapter. She retired as a
Sergeant First Class, leaving behind a legacy of sacrifice,
excellence, and service.

Ruth dedicated 26 years of her life to serving her country,
orchestrated her absence from work that spared her from a path marked by both triumphs and trials. From the
being present for the 9/11 attack on the Pentagon. For that deserts of the Middle East to peacekeeping missions in
she has been forever changed and grateful. other parts of the world and the bustling halls of the
Pentagon, she gave her all with dedication and grace. Her
Ruth’s career continued to take her to new places and new story is one of commitment and resilience. And along the
challenges. She served at Patrick Air Force Base in Florida, way after several narrow escapes over the years, her belief in
where her expertise was called upon once more. She the ever-present protection of God has never left her mind.
traveled to Puerto Rico with a group of reservists bound
for Iraq, sharing her knowledge and experience with the
next generation of soldiers.

Your bravery in the face of adversity will never be forgotten.
We are forever grateful for your service to our country.

We salute the members of a proud veteran fraternity that began in 1776.

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