On November 1, 2020, the world said goodbye to an extraordinary man. He may not have been a celebrity or a decorated war hero, but to me, he was both a hero and someone worth celebrating. His name was Jessie , and he was my grandfather.

From Navy Veteran to Man of Faith

After serving twenty years in the United States Navy, my grandfather retired and began a completely new chapter. By the time I came along, he had traded his sailor’s cap for a Bible. He pursued theological studies , became a pastor, and devoted the rest of his life to helping others. Though he had lived through an era of military tension and global change, his focus was always on peace and faith.

Stories Beneath the Surface

He didn’t talk much about his Navy days, but every once in a while, when the moment felt righ

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