HONOR MILE
EAGLE OPS HONOR MILE
REGISTRATION BEGINS Memorial Day Weekend (See Registration link below)
This November 11th as we participate in the Welcome Home 5K, a portion of the course has been secured to Honor 200 of our fallen service members with a powerful and moving memorial of 18x24 Honor Signs.
Thanks to the generous support of our sponsor, WILLIAMS, the Honor Signs that will line the final mile of the course will be available free of charge on a first come, first serve basis to anyone who wishes to honor a family member or friend. The Honor Signs will be donated to the the families after the race at the Eagle OPS Rally Point Tent.
Please fill out all the information in this form to submit a request to have your loved one honored during the Honor Mile. Remember - We only have 200 slots available and it is a first come / first serve basis. We will notify you via email if your honor sign will be added to the event. All entries MUST be submitted by October 10TH.
What you need to know:
When: November 11th - 9am during the Welcome Home 5K
Where: Mohawk Park, Tulsa
Criteria for honorees:
*KIA is NOT a requirement for submission.
*All service eras accepted.
*Honoree does NOT have to be from Oklahoma
*YOU do NOT have to attend the Welcome Home 5K in order to submit a loved one
What we'll need from you:
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YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION
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NAME OF HONOREE
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RANK
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DATE OF DEATH
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HIGH QUALITY PHOTO
IMPORTANT:
**Please make sure that the photo you submit is the best quality you are able to obtain. Remember that these will be expanded to a larger size and if the quality is low, the photo will not turn out well. If you need any help with photo submissions, please reach out to to me at jessica@eagleops.org.
A NOTE FROM JESSICA SHEPHERD, Eagle OPS Co-Founder and Honor Mile Coordinator:
Dear families,
Warm greetings to all of you! As we approach the upcoming Welcome Home 5K event, I am humbled and honored to announce that this year marks my fifth year leading Operation: Honor Mile. This role has been a profound and rewarding experience, holding a special place in my heart. Working within our veteran community and ensuring that our fallen heroes are forever remembered is not just a duty for me; it is a true passion.
Throughout this journey, I have witnessed the many layers of grief that encompass our collective experience. However, one sentiment remains unwavering: the desire to preserve the memory of your loved ones. It has been a blessing to discover the remarkable stories and details about your heroes. Beyond their faces, names, and military service, I have caught glimpses of who they were as individuals and the things they held dear. For that, I am sincerely grateful.
In the additional information section provided at the bottom of the form, please feel free to share anything you deem important. This space is yours to share service-related information, cherished memories, or even leave it blank if you so choose. I want you to know that in the past, I have read each and every submission, holding them close to my heart as I see the faces of those we honor at the Welcome Home 5K. It is a profound honor for me to learn more about the men and women whose legacy we celebrate.
Your support and participation mean the world to us, and it is our commitment to ensure that our fallen heroes are never forgotten. They will always be a cherished part of our extended family.
With sincere gratitude and utmost respect,
Jessica Shepherd Founding Partner, Eagle OPS
