Gen. Maryanne Miller, Air Mobility Commander, addresses Gold Star families during the Dyess Memorial Park dedication. The Dyess community raised $600,000 to build a memorial honoring the fallen members from the base’s history, including the members of TORQE 62, a tragedy that occurred on Oct. 2, 2015. The unique architecture of the memorial casts light on the service members’ plaque during the hour they made the ultimate sacrifice.

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Just look around. Look around at the people here today. 133 Gold Star Members from all corners of America are here. This community cherishes and honors the ultimate sacrifice paid by our fallen. In this place each year, as they set on that day and hour, we will be remembered with the light that will shine on each one of these memorials as it does perpetually in each one of our hearts. To the Gold Star families, you’re the honored guests today. We owe you a debt of gratitude that can never put into words. Thank you for your courage and for the great gift to spend time with you remembering and honoring your loved ones. May God bless you all.