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Severely Wounded Heroes

Kyle Hockenberry

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. (Ret.)

On June 15, 2011, a blast from an improvised explosive device (IED) cost him most of both legs and his left arm. And yet Kyle still stated, “I just always wanted to fight for my country; I’d do it all over again if I could.”

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Kyle Hockenberry After Explosion

Kyle's Incredible Story of Bravery & Patriotism

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Corporal Kyle Hockenberry’s tattoo etched on his torso says it all about this wounded hero, “For those I love, I will sacrifice.” They are powerful words carried close to the heart of Kyle who sacrificed so much for his family, friends, community, and all of us fortunate enough to claim the United States as home. On June 15, 2011, a blast from an improvised explosive device (IED) cost him most of both legs and his left arm. And yet Kyle still stated, “I just always wanted to fight for my country; I’d do it all over again if I could.”Now that he is back home in the USA it is our turn to show the same devotion and dedication as Kyle. Kyle’s uncle said, “He’s real humble. He really doesn’t like the word ‘hero.’ So we call him our miracle.” For the remainder of us, the Hockeberry Family Miracle is our American Hero. We honor and pay tribute to his heroic efforts and hope that our efforts bring him Home in the truest sense of the word.


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We Proudly Built A Custom Home for Kyle

The Gary Sinise Foundation was proud to build a custom home for Kyle specially adapted to his unique needs.

We've built homes all across the nation for America's most severely wounded heroes. Every home is fully custom and 100% mortgage-free. Learn more about our custom homebuilding programs and support our efforts. Make a donation today.

Wall of Gratitude

Kyle Hockenberry

I’m grateful for your service and sacrifice.
G. Gilbert
California
Kyle, God bless you and your family 🙏
T. Stevenson
Connecticut
Kyle, may peace and blessings surround you today and every day.
N. Walsh
North Dakota
Thank you for your service
J. Norman
Wisconsin
Respect and admiration always 🇺🇸
S. Norman
North Carolina
THANK YOU KYLE, YOUR COURAGE MEANS SO MUCH.
Z. Gilbert
Illinois
We will not forget what you gave. Thank you.
T. Webb
Mississippi
Your resilience is a reminder to keep going, even when it feels impossible.
H. Watts
Nebraska
Your story makes me stop and remember the cost of freedom.
A. Wells
New Jersey
Your strength has lifted people you’ll never even meet.
B. Walker
Kentucky
  

 
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