Honoring Veterans
Honoring Veterans stories are a sincere recognition of the selfless dedication that Veterans have in safeguarding our freedom and upholding cherished values. Their service reflects unwavering commitment, inspiring bravery and respect. At Compassus, we partner with the We Honor Veterans program to honor and care for those who have served in the military.
Honoring Our Veterans with Compassion and Service
On October 26, 2024, a group of Compassus team members volunteered at the New Orleans Veterans Medical Center for the annual “Stand Down for Homeless Veterans” event, an initiative held across the U.S. to support veterans in need.
Honoring the Life of Jeffrey A. Tomczak
Recently, one of our treasured hospice patients, Jeffrey A. Tomczak, from our Fort Washington, Pennsylvania program, passed away, at the age of forty-four, after a courageous 15-month battle with occupational cancer.
Veteran Pinning Ceremony for Casimir Maciejewski
Our Compassus hospice program serving Northern Michigan recently had the distinct honor of celebrating a true American hero. On a day filled with gratitude and reflection, we gathered to perform a veteran pinning ceremony for our patient, Casimir Maciejewski.
Honoring Veteran Glenn Dickey
The Compassus hospice program serving Muskogee, Oklahoma, and the surrounding communities recently had the profound honor of participating in a We Honor Veterans Pinning Ceremony for Glenn Dickey
Celebrating Veterans Through Compassionate Care
One such hero is Mr. J.P. Tew, a Vietnam Era Veteran who served our nation with distinction. Mr. Tew’s remarkable journey includes serving as a Navy Corpsman during the Vietnam War and later joining the Marines.
A Heartfelt Tribute by Compassus
Peter, a Marine enlistee in the 1960s, faced an unexpected turn in his military journey. After just one day of service, Peter was honorably discharged due to a medical condition. Despite his brief tenure, Peter’s desire to serve his country never waned. He often expressed his wish to have contributed more significantly, embodying the true spirit of a veteran.
Date Night in Stevens Point
Our Compassus hospice program serving Plover, Wisconsin, along with the Compassus Living Foundation, and Ho-Chunk Casino community, had the privilege of honoring a local veteran while illustrating the true essence of our ‘Care for Who I am’ philosophy.
Flagstaff, Arizona
A Heartwarming Ceremony in Flagstaff, Arizona. The Compassus hospice program serving Flagstaff, Arizona and surrounding communities had the privilege of performing a ‘We Honor Veterans’ pinning ceremony this past month at The Bluffs Senior Living Community
Patricia “Faith” Nelson Eagles
On December 13th, we celebrate the National Guard’s birthday, acknowledging the sacrifices of our past and present soldiers. Patricia “Faith” Nelson Eagles, hospice on-call registered nurse at Compassus, is a National Guard Veteran who shares how these two sides of her life have shaped who she is today.
Chris Michalski
Staff Sergeant Chris Michalski is currently part of our Marshfield, Wisconsin, Infusion team, serving as the Warehouse Coordinator. Chris has been a part of the Compassus team since May of 2019, and he also faithfully served in the Air Force National Guard for 14 years as an Emergency Manager for the General Mitchel Field Milwaukee, WI, 440th Civil Engineering Squadron Wing.
Colonel Kawiecki
Compassus hospice program serving North Andover, Massachusetts and surrounding communities had the privilege of performing a We Honor Veterans pinning ceremony at Andover Forest Nursing Home.
Shenandoah
The Compassus hospice program serving Hamburg, Pennsylvania and surrounding areas had the privilege of performing a ‘We Honor Veterans’ pinning ceremony at the Shenandoah Senior Living Community.
Veterans in Neenah, WI
This past Veterans Day the Compassus hospice program serving Neenah, Wisconsin and surrounding areas had the privilege of performing a ‘We Honor Veterans’ pinning ceremony to recognize the service and sacrifices of 29 residents at New Perspective Senior Living Island Shores Living Community.
Lou Unfried
In the heart of Branson, Missouri, Compassus had the honor of celebrating a true American hero and patient, Mr. Lou Unfried, who recently turned a remarkable 102 years young. In addition to celebrating a life-well-lived, Compassus had the immense privilege of performing a We Honor Veterans Pinning Ceremony.
Robert Farwell, Richard Carstensen and Tom Lackiewicz
Our Davenport, Iowa hospice program had the privilege of performing a ‘We Honor Veteran’s Pinning Ceremony at Assisted Living & Memory Care facility, Addington Place of Clinton earlier this month. The pinning ceremony honored Air Force Veteran Robert Farwell, U.S. Army Veteran Richard Carstensen, and Coast Guard Veteran Tom Lackiewicz.
Shannon Mclaughlin
On November 10th, we celebrate the U.S. Marines’ birthday, acknowledging the sacrifices of our past and present soldiers. Shannon Mclaughlin, Hospice Director of Quality Outcomes III at Compassus, is a Marine Veteran who shares how these two sides of her life have shaped who she is today.
Jackie McCarter
Compassus volunteer Ed Little from our hospice program serving Muncie, Indiana and surrounding communities had the privilege of performing a ‘We Honor Veterans’ Pinning Ceremony honoring Army Veteran Jackie McCarter.
Don Weeks’ Wish
In the heart of Nekoosa, a remarkable story of kindness and community spirit unfolded. A story about an Air Force veteran and Compassus hospice patient Donald ‘Don’ Weeks, who shared his last wish with Compassus nurses.
Navy’s Birthday
On October 13th, we celebrate the U.S. Navy’s birthday, acknowledging the sacrifices of our past and present soldiers. Donita Burke, Traveling Registered Nurse at Compassus, is a Navy Veteran who shares how these two sides of her life have shaped who she is today.
