Past Hero's Wishes
My name is Capt Harold "Joe" Gotwald. I am active duty Air Force and am currently deployed until January. My wife has been with me my whole Air Force journey these past 9 years. This is my first deployment and my wife is at home holding down the fort with our 3 very active kids Evie (5), Lily (3), and Jack (2). It will be our 10 year anniversary next fall and she tells me our daughters are obsessed with playing Disney Princess and my son is fanatical with all things Mickey Mouse. This deployment has been difficult for my family. It would be amazing to treat her and my three kids to a trip to Disney World this coming March to make up for all of the birthdays, holidays, appointments, play times, and tea parties I've missed. I am asking for 4 tickets for 5 days of Disney World magic, it would mean the world to my family. Thank you
U.S. Air Force (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Laurine donated $20.00
- Dusty donated $20.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
I cannot thank Vet Tix and the many donors enough for the wonderful Disney World 5-Day Park Hopper Passes! There were so many delightful memories made in the most magical place on earth thanks to the generous donations from the donors. Some of these include seeing my son Jack visibly shake with excitement when he first saw Mickey Mouse stop by our table at dinner. Or hearing my daughters Evie and Lily laugh with delight while riding the Seven Dwarfs Mine train roller coaster. Or meeting the real Disney princesses while traveling around EPCOTs World Showcase. Or all 5 of us walking from one ride to another singing the Tiki Room song. And even just all of us enjoying an ice cream while watching the fireworks at the end of the day"¦ I wish I could add more pictures to show how much fun my family and I had together. Thank you for making my wish come true.
- Harold
My name Is Sgt. Zac Rand of the United States Army. In November of 2011 my convoy was struck by an IED causing myself and another soldier to be MED-EVACED on site. I suffered a Traumatic Brain injury that has lead to other issues such as anxiety, sporadic migraines, PTSD etc. For the longest time especially after being separated from the Army, I felt completely lost.. that is until I turned to helping others with disabilities. In early 2017 I met a gentleman by the name of Gabriel Gadson, Gabriel suffers from Cerebral Palsy, but like myself he does not let any sort of disability stop him. We both share the common love and passion for basketball and it would be my ultimate dream come true to be able to go to a game and share an awesome experience. It has been my dream since a little kid to watch the Phoenix Suns play court side against my all time favorite team the CHICAGO BULLS! Thank you to each and everyone of you who take the time out of your day to review my wish. Thank you Vet Tix and all those with kind hearts that take the time to review my wish. God bless.
U.S. Army (Severely Wounded Veteran)
2009 - 2014
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Paul donated $100.00
- Rick donated $150.00
- A Generous Person donated $50.00
- Rochelle donated $100.00
- Jeanne donated $50.00
- Mark donated $50.00
- A Generous Person donated $50.00
- Brian donated $450.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
First and foremost, wow I would like to thank everyone who made this experience possible. The game was amazing and definitely an experience I will never forget. I got to meet my all time favorite player to cap off the night. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all those who made those possible. God bless you all
- Zach
My name is SGT Derrick Watson. For my first deployment, I had to leave my wife and one month old son behind. Not only is it hard on me, but it is hard on my wife, especially being a first time mother to our newborn son. Although my son will not remember everything that is going on right now, I want to make it up to both of them for having to go through the struggle alone. My wife deserves a break and some relaxation after this deployment is through. I am asking for our potentially last ever chance to see George Strait live in concert at the Houston Rodeo. He is bound to retire any day now. I have personally never seen him in concert, but my wife has, and absolutely loves him! We also both love rodeos, and anything outdoors! It would truly be an honor to my family and I to get a chance to see him, and to experience the Houston Rodeo together as a family. Thank you everyone and anyone that may support my wish. Thank you VET TIX for this opportunity, and the support you give us soldiers. It is truly appreciated. This will hopefully give my little family the relaxation and break from everyday life they deserve!
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Brian in Honor of CMS Roy J. Ripp donated $50.00
- CAROLINE donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $1,430.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
I want to say thank you so much for the donations we received to fulfill my wish! My family absolutely enjoyed the time together with the king of country music! Even my 8 month old son was dancing and singing! It was definitely a relaxing and eventful trip together after a long deployment. Thank you again for all that y'all do for your service members!
- Derrick
Hi, My name is Andrew Baker and I am currently serving in the Air Force. I left my family to go to Afghanistan for 6 months and would really love to reward them by taking them on a Disney World vacation after having to adjust and live life while I was gone. My wife fostered two other children along with having our three while I was gone and I would love to be able to take her on the vacation of her dreams. After being gone for such time I feel this would be the perfect getaway to bond again with my family and have some much needed rest. Thank you for your consideration in helping me give my family their dream.
U.S. Air Force (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Theresa donated $20.00
- Gordon donated $10.00
- Dean donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $25.00
- Rudy donated $200.00
- Rudy donated $200.00
- Jeannie donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $30.00
- Wayne donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $10.00
- Shannon in Honor of Aunt Jean (Singer) Lawhead, Navy RN donated $10.00
- Samuel donated $10.00
- A Generous Person donated $15.00
- Paul donated $10.00
- A Generous Person donated $50.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- Tracy donated $25.00
- A Generous Person donated $10.00
- A Generous Person donated $10.00
- James donated $10.00
- Ryan donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $15.00
- GARY donated $20.00
- Jennifer in Honor of Matthew Ryan Hanson donated $100.00
- Keshia donated $20.00
- Lee in Honor of Triple "M" donated $50.00
- Todd donated $50.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
My family and I are so grateful for this opportunity that we were given to go on a family vacation after a rough time apart. Thank you to everyone that donated the financial means for us to be able to do this. It was definitely a bonding experience we will never forget.
- Andrew
My name is Thomas Hopkins. I am a Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force. As I prepare to return home from a six month deployment, I'd love the opportunity to treat my family to a performance of the Broadway musical, Hamilton. My devoted wife, my selfless mother, who lives with us, and our two daughters, ages 15 and 12, have sacrificed a lot over the course of my 19-year military career. My girls have wanted to see Hamilton since the production opened in 2015. Unfortunately, tickets are in high demand, and difficult to obtain. My wife, mother, and daughters are my heroes, and although I can't make up for all the missed holidays, birthdays, and special occasions, I humbly request this opportunity to show my appreciation for all they have endured in service to our great nation. My Heroes Wish is for five theater tickets, to accommodate all the members of my family, living in my household; my wife, mother, two daughters, and myself. I will be home and available by February 8, 2019, and will be grateful for any performance date thereafter.
U.S. Air Force (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- Troy in Honor of Troy Turner donated $25.00
- A Generous Person donated $25.00
- Erik donated $5.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Many thanks to VetTix and to all the donors who make this very special program possible. I can't imagine how much effort goes into making each Hero's Wish a reality, but I do know it is sincerely appreciated. My family and I had an amazing time seeing Hamilton on Broadway. The performance exceeded all expectations, and I'm positive we'll remember the experience for many years. Thank you again VetTix, keep up the great work.
- Tom
I am a member of the Ohio Army National Guard that was called up to active duty shortly after our wedding and deployed over our first wedding anniversary. My wife and I have been together going on five years now, she is my best friend and the love of my life. This was my second deployment but it was her first. She handled all of life's speed bumps while I was deployed and id it with a smile. She managed a new home, our son, finances for both of us, and all of this while also working a stressful full time job. When I returned home I went almost immediately right back to work and life just never allowed us to do anything to celebrate our marriage or even the first anniversary of our vows. She is an amazing woman and HUGE country music fan. I would love to give her tickets to either Luke Combs or Chris Young. I don't think anything I could ever do or say would ever fully show how much I truly love and appreciate everything she does to allow me to do what I do. We live in Columbus Oh and type of extended travel would be out of the question with our son back in school. Luke Combs will be in Columbus come February and she would love to be able to go, and if it's possible get to meet Luke. From the bottom of my heart I would appreciate any help in making this happen for her.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- VetTixer in Honor of Elizabet Lindner and Freddie Schwartz donated $20.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you, thank you, thank you! The look of absolute shock when we got our tickets and then the backstage passes fell out of the same envelope was priceless. We had an absolutely amazing time! I can’t thank you all enough!!
- Justin
My name is MSgt Christopher Hess. I am currently deployed overseas until next year in Niger supporting the base's MWR program. When I get home I would like to surprise my family with the opportunity to spend 4-5 days at Walt Disney World. Over the past three years me and my family have been working through the after effects of a car accident my wife suffered. She was struck from behind and suffered a concussion, which resulted in her being off work for awhile. We have been grateful for opportunities provided by Vet Tix to go to events but I would like to use my one Hero's Wish for my wife and two daughters. I would be grateful for the opportunity to give them 4-5 days that they will never forget.
U.S. Air Force (Veteran)
2001 - 2019
Wish Fulfilled By:
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $10.00
- CAROLINE donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- Richard donated $50.00
- kara in Honor of Eric Niemi donated $80.00
- Alain donated $10.00
- Melvin in Honor of Lee Eggleston donated $50.00
- Indy donated $10.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
To the donors, Thank you for the kind gesture of sponsoring my family to go to Disney World. We had a wonderful time and this was a great opportunity for my family to debrief after my arrival home. Thank you for your support. Very respectfully, Master Sergeant Christopher Hess
- Christopher
My name is CPT Matthew Rongey. I am coming up on the end of a 9+ month deployment, flying and overseeing operations in combat under Task Force ODIN in Afghanistan. During this time, my fiancee has been taking care of things back home, working full time, and planning our wedding. On top of all of that, she has been so strong and supportive of me while I'm away. My wish is to attend the NFC Conference Championship game, if the Saints play at home on 20 January. My fiancee and I have never been to a NFL playoff game, and we are both big football fans. Fulfillment of this wish would help me show her my gratitude.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Susan donated $50.00
- John donated $40.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you so much to the donors and Vet Tix team who made my wish come true. Thanks to you, my fiance and I were able to attend the Rams-Saints playoff game in New Orleans shortly after my return from deployment. We had a great time at the event and were able to spend some quality time together over the weekend after a long 9 1/2 months apart.
- Matthew
My name is SPC/CPL Jimmy Wiles. I have been disabled for 14 years since being hit by an IED in Iraq, I was in a hospital bed for over 4 months in Germany following my injury in the field. I have been in pain for many years. I will be undergoing major surgery on my right knee in January 2019. My left knee also will require surgery. I will need extensive rehab to get back on my feet as the surgery is unprecedented for my age. On July 7, 2004 in Iraq, my life changed, I was the driver of the lead vehicle in the convoy returning to our operating base when an IED was detonated and injured myself and 3 others. I was able to guide the vehicle to a stop safely, with extensive damage to my right leg and offer support the others with cover fire until help arrived. Not a day goes by that I don't remember the blast and its affect on my life. My wish would be to see my favorite Pro Basketball team the Utah Jazz. I have always gone to Jazz games in the nosebleed section and never had the opportunity to appreciate a game from the lower levels. My dream is for my wife and I to be able to see our favorite team play from some really good seats
U.S. Army (Severely Wounded Veteran)
2002 - 2005
Wish Fulfilled By:
- A Generous Person donated $60.00
- A Generous Person donated $15.00
- Heather donated $50.00
- Shaan donated $25.00
- Megan donated $15.00
- Kristen donated $50.00
- Christopher donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- DR LEAH WINGEART donated $300.00
- Karen donated $150.00
- Jason donated $10.00
- Helen in Honor of Webb donated $50.00
- Jason in Honor of Trish donated $25.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
I would like to send a sincere thank you to all the folks who donated to help make this possible. It was truly the greatest Christmas wish to ever happen. I cannot express how this experience will carry me through my upcoming recovery period from surgery. Again, thank you to all.
- Jimmy
My name is SFC Kevin Dewey. I have been active duty Army for 22 years and just completed my 13th deployment. This deployment was extra hard on my wife and daughter as they gave up everything to join me at my new duty station just months before I left for Iraq. My wife has been unsuccessful in finding a job in our new town and has been worrying constantly about every little thing. She supports me in everything I do without complaint. My family shares a love of everything Harry Potter. It is my wish to take them to Universal Studios and Universal Adventure Island to go to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at the parks. I would love to be able to take them during the Christmas break as last Christmas was an exceptionally difficult one for many reasons. Christmas is supposed to be a time for families and I want to be able to take mine on a dream vacation to allow my wife time to relax and spend some much needed fun time with my daughter. My wish is for 4-day park hopper passes to Universal Studios. I have a family of 3 including myself. Thank you Vet Tix and all your donors for your continued support.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- John donated $20.00
- VETRN (Veteran Engagement Transition Retention Network) donated $370.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- MICHAEL donated $20.00
- Tracy donated $60.00
- David donated $10.00
- Esther donated $100.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you Vet Tix for an amazing Hero's Wish. Through your support and the generosity of the donors and VET TIX I was able to take my family on a trip that we have wanted to go on for some time. As I come to the end of my career I know I haven't always had the time to spend quality time with my family. I've missed many holidays and birthdays. This year I was able to celebrate my birthday at Universal Studios with my family and will be forever thankful for all your support and generosity.
- Kevin
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