It has always been my practice to make an effort that whenever I am introduced to a serviceperson, or pass buy one, I take a moment to introduce myself and shake their hand in appreciation for their dedication and loyalty to this great nation of ours. They are all exemplary of a true American unselfishly put their lives on the line for the benefit and safety the great United States of America. They are more than heroes; they are the epitomy what we stand for. I think that all Americans should make this a daily habit and I guarentee that this gesture will bring all Americans closer together. Thanks to all of our servicemen.

Thank you to Timmy Sheehan of Tewksbury...he is a true hero.

Thank you Tim Sheehan. We are so very proud of your service to this country

I'd like to thank all our men and women who are serving in the military. You are sacrificing so much for our safety and we are proud of all of you. Stay safe

Thank you Kyle Stocki , who is in Afghanistan right now serving his country. We are proud of you. Stay safe

Spread the word, share this article and tell your friends and family to add photos of as many of our local heroes as possible. I know we've got dozens of men and women either serving now or who just ended their hitch. And that doesnt even count the older veterans. Let's fill up this gallery.

God Bless them all. Especially glad to see Todd Elliot and his daughter Rylee (a new graduate) following her Dad into the Army. It wasn't mentioned that Todd is on the Tewksbury Fire Department. Real proud of all these men and women who put their lives on the line for us every day. They are truly our local heroes!!!!

I see my cousin James LaCroix is in there! Awesome!

New heroes have been added, including one from World War II! Excellent!

Goosebumps. Amazing men and women. Thank-you all!

Thank you to all the brave service people highlighted in this article! Great job Patch putting this peice together! I feel so honored to have ALL service people fighting to keep the peace!

My 2 cousins served in Vietnam, one as a medic (Frank Petrillo of Tewksbury), and (James Novello, deceased, of Beverly as an infantryman) The amazing thing is neither one knew the other was over there until they accidently met one day! They shared some time together. I always make it a habit to thanks them for what they did in order to preserve our freedom. They unselfishly put their lives on the line for USA. I am very proud of them and my living cousin and I get together and talk about things. These are 2 good men and should be recognized for their self-sacrifice. Semper Fi.

The best of the best of Tewksbury!! Happy holidays to them all... the ones currently serving, come home soon!!

I think we need a nother picture of sheehan.....there like the kennedys

I Heared in billerica they dont like vets very much....what a shame.