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Linda served in Japan as a lithographer for the Stars & Stripes newspaper, before later continuing her career in Human Resources, where she worked in transcription.
Beyond her military and professional accomplishments, Linda is known for her incredible sense of humor, creativity, and generous spirit. She has a passion for crafting and is especially talented at creating beautiful handmade cards. Linda also shares that passion with others through her YouTube channel, where she chats with her viewers and demonstrates how to create her handmade cards. At home, Linda enjoys life with her beloved dog, Trixie.
We are excited to celebrate Linda, her service, her creativity, and her wonderful personality as she joins us for the 2028 Heroes’ Cruise . It is our privilege to recognize her as one of the heroes who make this cruise so special.
Marilyn dedicated 32 years of her life to caring for others as a Registered Nurse before retiring. She was married to her husband, Bob, for 27 years. Bob proudly served 22 years in the United States Air Force before retiring and later continued his service with the National Guard until his passing in September 2010.
Today, Marilyn continues to honor Bob’s memory and connect with the veteran community in a very meaningful way. She is active on TikTok, where she spends time talking with veterans and encouraging them to share their own stories and talk about themselves. Through these conversations, Marilyn has found a way to connect with others who understand the importance of service, sacrifice, and remembrance, while also finding healing in the process.
Helping Hands 4 Cruising is privileged to recognize Marilyn as a Gold Star Family member and to give her the opportunity to experience the 2028 Heroes’ Cruise. We look forward to celebrating Marilyn, remembering Bob’s service, and sharing this special journey with her.
Mark served in the United States Marine Corps from 1979 to 1983, including three years stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. During his service, he also spent time in Puerto Rico and the Mediterranean, where his travels gave him the opportunity to see parts of the world including London, Germany, and Denmark.
Following his military service, Mark spent many years working as a commercial truck driver before retiring. After retirement, he moved to Florida to help care for a friend of a friend, once again demonstrating the caring nature that those who know him have come to appreciate. A former neighbor describes Mark as a very kind-hearted person. Today, Mark shares his home with his dog, Max.
Helping Hands 4 Cruising is proud to recognize Mark for his service and the kindness he has continued to show others throughout his life. We look forward to welcoming him aboard the 2028 Heroes’ Cruise and giving him an opportunity to relax, enjoy some new adventures, and be celebrated for his service.
