The Naperville IL Gold Star Families Memorial Monument was dedicated on May 27 2023. The project committee was led by Chairpersons Jennifer Slown and Marty Walker and included Jan Bienfang and Lisa Murtaugh Gangi. This group of individuals came together with a common goal to make sure that we never forget.
Naperville IL Gold Star Families Memorial Monument and Resources
About the Monument
Veterans Park, 301 East Garner Road, Naperville, Illinois 60540
Gold Star Family members and relatives are those who have sacrificed a Loved One for our Freedom.
The Gold Star Family Memorial was created by Medal of Honor Recipient Hershel “Woody” Williams to remember those families who have made the ultimate sacrifice. To learn more about the memorial, please visit our Gold Star Families Memorial Monument web page.
Gold Star Families Resources
Military and Veteran Resources
Educational Resources
We are thankful to have support from hundreds of community partners. For specific resource requests, please email outreach@woodywilliams.org.
Funds raised will be used to further the mission to honor and serve Gold Star Families across the nation and the legacy of their Loved Ones who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
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