Friday is the fourth anniversary of the death of Lance Corporal Eric Palmisano
SPREAD EAGLE, WI -- Upper Michigan’s Source has been following the story of Bobbie and Herb Samme, the Spread Eagle, Wisconsin couple sending care packages to soldiers overseas after losing their son Eric Palmisano in Iraq.
Friday marks the fourth anniversary of Eric's death and this year is different for the Sammes. Herb went to Iraq as a civilian truck driver last month to finish his son's mission.
At home, Bobbie remembers Eric with family and friends as she continues working on the Lance Corporal Eric Palmisano Care Package Project. The important thing for Bobbie is making sure her son is never forgotten.
“Eric's death was the most horrible tragedy that could ever happen to any parent, but we've taken that and turned it into something positive by sharing packages with the troops,” said Bobbie. “So the care package project is one of many ways that we plan to keep Eric's memory alive.”
Bobbie has received a number of donations in honor of Eric and hopes they continue. If you would like to donate, click here.
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