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ABOUT
Justen was a combat engineer in the Marine Corps that served on two combat tours in Afghanistan. After an honorable discharge in 2013 Justen struggled with PTSD and transitioning to civilian life. In September 2016 he died by suicide, leaving behind a loving family and then six year old daughter. The Justen Caris Memorial Foundation is a 501(c)(3) established in 2022 with the goal to support veterans in crisis by raising awareness of PTSD, providing financial assistance, and connecting veterans with local veteran centered resources.
Check out the segment on 13 ABC news about Justen and our foundation!
https://www.13abc.com/2024/08/28/honoring-life-service-justen-caris/
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Thank you to Til Valhalla Project for sending us this gift. Their mission is by providing memorial plaques of fallen hero’s is to remind families their loved one will never be forgotten and their service and sacrifice won’t go unnoticed. In addition to providing families with these memorial gifts, the Til Valhalla Project has donated millions to reducing veteran suicide. We appreciate their efforts and appreciate them including Justen on their Wall of Heroes.
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