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A Veteran Honors Veterans: MSGT Everett D. Goyne Adopts 30 Graves
July 12, 2026
A Veteran Honors Veterans: MSGT Everett D. Goyne Adopts 30 Graves
Some people say 'thank you for your service.' MSGT Everett D. Goyne, US Army (Ret.), went further. This month, he adopted 30 veterans' graves at San Antonio National Cemetery — including a Medal of Honor recipient, Buffalo Soldiers, Civil War veterans, and frontier cavalrymen.
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Four Years In, and Still Showing Up — Thank You, Gruene Insurance
July 28, 2026
Four Years In, and Still Showing Up — Thank You, Gruene Insurance
Some sponsors write a check. Gruene Insurance has done something different. For four years, owner Dawn Levis and Mariana Levis have stood behind CVF's mission — and this year they stepped up as Premier Sponsor of the Ride for Wreaths. This is what community looks like.
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December 19 Is Coming — Here's How to Make Sure Every Grave Has a Wreath
July 21, 2026
December 19 Is Coming — Here's How to Make Sure Every Grave Has a Wreath
Every December, volunteers gather at San Antonio National Cemetery to place wreaths and speak veterans' names aloud. December 19, 2026 is the next one — and there are still graves waiting for an adopter. Here's how you can be the one who shows up.
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He Was Born Before Texas Was a State — And He Still Chose to Serve
July 14, 2026
He Was Born Before Texas Was a State — And He Still Chose to Serve
Private Frank Reinhard was born in 1827 — when Texas was still its own republic. He lived through statehood, frontier wars, and the transformation of a nation. At 81, he earned his rest at San Antonio National Cemetery. 117 years later, you can make sure he's not forgotten.
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He Kept the Army in Step — Now It's Your Turn to Keep His Memory Alive
July 7, 2026
He Kept the Army in Step — Now It's Your Turn to Keep His Memory Alive
Oscar J.W. Hoffman didn't carry a rifle. He carried a horn. As a Principal Musician in the U.S. Infantry buried at San Antonio National Cemetery, his story is one of 300+ veterans waiting to be remembered — and you're the reason it gets told.
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