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Wall of Gratitude

Luis Avila

Luis After the Explosion

17 Grateful Americans have already written a note to Luis. You can share your own message of appreciation and encouragement. Add your note today!

God bless you and thank you brother for your service!!!!
R. Clark
Washington
Hi LT! It’s me - you know me as SFC Clavijo 2006-2007 VA Team Iraq. You’re the epitome of a soldier and family man. So much respect and honor to have served with you.
B. Geddis (Clavijo)
Texas
Cpt Avila, thank you for your service. Thank you for coming to sing the national anthem at the Maryland game on March 8. Your story is inspiring and touched my heart. Your performance was my most favorite that I’ve seen.
A. Fu
Virginia
Dear Captain Avila, as a six year army military police veteran; I thank you and your family for your sacrifices and wish you God’s grace and blessings! 🙏
. Nixon
Virginia
Hello Luis. I met you tonight in the Marriott lobby bar with Beth. It was an absolute honor and privilege to meet you. You are an inspiration. Claudia too. Meeting you and spending those 15 minutes with you will leave a lifelong impression on me. God bless you! Best. Matt May. Mattmay22@gmail.com
M. May
Iowa
Thank you Luis 🙏
B. Mitchell
New Jersey
Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. May God keep you in His care.
S. Phillips
California
Your courage inspires us all to do better.
G. Baker
Minnesota
You carry the spirit of bravery. Luis, we honor you and your service.
T. Carter
Oregon
Blessings and love
D. Harper
North Carolina
Respect hero 🇺🇸
T. Campbell
South Dakota
Proud of you brother.
S. Nelson
Montana
Luis, your story reminds us never to give up. Thank you for showing what resilience looks like.
C. Turner
Montana
Luis, your courage and determination lift us higher as a nation.
M. Miller
Massachusetts
Thank you for your service
O. Roberts
Hawaii
Grateful for you every day 💪
N. Barber
Indiana