Veterans Life Magazine

02/16/2025

Meet Karl Milner, a U.S. Army veteran who transformed his life through adaptive skiing at Eldora Mountain. After losing his leg during combat in Honduras and struggling with PTSD, Karl found new purpose through Ignite Adaptive Sports. Today, he's a certified instructor who drives seven hours from Gillette, Wyoming to help other veterans discover the freedom of the slopes!
Read Karl's incredible journey and learn how Ignite Adaptive Sports has been changing lives for 50 years in our February/March issue of Veterans Life Magazine at https://www.veteranslifemagazine.com/blog-febmarch2025/reigniting-the-spirit

02/12/2025

From the skies over Vietnam to the frontlines of veteran advocacy, Charley Watkins lived a life of service, courage, and unwavering dedication. As a fearless pilot under General George S. Patton IV, he flew over 2,300 combat hours, rescued the wounded from danger, and helped shape the legacy of the Blackhorse Association to support fallen soldiers’ families.

Read more about this extraordinary soldier, patriot, and advocate in the latest issue of Veterans Life Magazine - https://www.veteranslifemagazine.com/blog-febmarch2025/charley-watkins.

And subscribe today to get your copy!

Solider, Patriot, Hero, Advocate and Friend

02/01/2025

Thank you, Marshall. This is so true.

01/27/2025

For those eagerly awaiting the next issue of Veterans Life Magazine, we’re excited to announce it will be hitting mailboxes this week!

We've made a slight adjustment to our bi-monthly publication schedule to better align with key moments that honor our veterans.

The upcoming issue will cover February | March, and here's a look at the rest of our 2025 schedule: April/May, June/July, August/September, October/November and December/January.

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to keeping you informed and inspired with each new issue!

01/15/2025

It was an absolute pleasure to work with Tony to create the cover of veterans life magazine and the story about Veterans Day. At that time we knew he didn’t have long to live but he still wanted to work on the cover photo, even though he was in pain. Tony was very excited when I brought him the copy of the magazine to his house. He said God gave me some extra time to get to see this magazine with me on the cover. Tony was truly an incredible man and we’re all grateful for what he gave to the community. He will truly be missed.

Jacques "Tony" DuMosch
JULY 17, 1959 – DECEMBER 5, 2024
IN THE CARE OF
Jacques "Tony" Dumosch passed away December 5, 2024. Tony was a proud U.S. Navy veteran, serving his country with a distinguished 22-year career.
He will be dearly missed by his friends, family and the Loveland community.
Celebration of Life will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 24, 2025, at First Christian Church. Graveside service will follow in Loveland Burial Park with full military honors.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the building of a monument that was near and dear to Tony's heart. Contributions in Tony's memory may be made to the Veterans Honor Monument, 1917 Riverview Drive, Berthoud, Colorado 80513.
DONATIONS
Veterans Honor Monument1917 Riverview Drive, Berthoud, Colorado 80513
Services
FRIDAY,JANUARY 24, 2025
Celebration of Life
11:00 am
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
2000 North Lincoln Ave.
Loveland, Colorado 80538

01/08/2025

Over the past few weeks, our team has faced unforeseen challenges, including the profound loss of a close family member. Despite these hardships, we remain committed to delivering the high-quality content you deserve.

We are working diligently to finalize the next issue and appreciate your patience as we navigate this difficult time. Your understanding and unwavering support mean the world to us.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by this delay. Thank you for continuing to stand with Veterans Life Magazine and the veteran stories we are honored to share with you.

01/06/2025

This is great

12/26/2024

We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas! One person who was especially busy this holiday season was Loveland's own Santa Claus, John Perrine.

Did you know that before donning the red suit, John served in Vietnam in 1968 as an Army "river rat" navigating the dangerous waterways of the Mekong Delta?

After serving his country, John spent 40 years serving his community at the City of Loveland water treatment plant, rising to lead operator before retiring in 2014, and for 25 years he was a distinguished member of the Larimer County Sheriff's Posse, retiring in 2023.

It was the same year that he retired from the water treatment plant that John decided to grow out his beard and begin his journey as Santa Claus, with his wife Jeanne by his side as Mrs. Claus. For the past decade, they've shared countless laughs, tears, and warm hugs with families across the Front Range – never charging for their time, because that's not what Santa would do.

This New Year's Eve will be extra special as John and Jeanne celebrate their 53rd wedding anniversary!

From all of us at Veterans Life Magazine, we wish the Perrines and all our readers a blessed New Year!

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12/21/2024

Still searching for the perfect last-minute Christmas gift for the veteran in your life?
Give them a full year of meaningful stories and connections with a subscription to Veterans Life Magazine!

- Just $24 for 6 issues
- Delivered directly to their door
- First issue arrives in January!

It's the gift that keeps giving all year long! Order now: veteranslifemagazine.com/subscribe

12/16/2024

Kim does an amazing job of getting the veteran stories out to the public. Thank you for what you do for the community.

Discover James Daigle’s mission to honor veterans through storytelling and photography. Veterans Life Magazine connects generations, sharing powerful stories and experiences.

12/16/2024

Veterans! Looking to connect with fellow service members? Join us for the first Northern Colorado Veterans Network meetup!

🗓️ Wednesday, December 18th
⏰ 5:30 - 7:00 PM
📍 Crooked Beech Brewing at 3121 N Garfield Ave, Loveland

Mingle with old friends, make new connections and network with veteran advocates and employers in the community. Great conversation and opportunities await!

RSVP to [email protected] or scan the QR code

12/15/2024

Thank you to the volunteers who placed wreaths on veterans' graves yesterday for Wreaths Across America Day, particularly those who honored our fathers at Southern Maine Veterans Cemetery and Bourne National Cemetery. It means so much knowing our dads were remembered, even though we couldn't make it there ourselves.

12/15/2024

Today marks 80 years since the start of one of the most pivotal and harrowing battles of World War II—the Battle of the Bulge.

In our latest issue of Veterans Life Magazine, we honor the incredible courage and sacrifice of American soldiers who braved the brutal winter of 1944. With over 83,000 U.S. casualties, including heroes from Colorado like Maj. Gen. Maurice Rose and Medal of Honor recipient Lt. Col. Keith Ware, this was the largest and bloodiest battle fought by the United States in WWII.

Read the article written by historian Flint Whitlock, "The Brave Coloradans Who Faced Hitler's Last Stand" - https://www.veteranslifemagazine.com/blogs-nov-dec-2024/the-brave-coloradans-who-faced-hitlers-last-stand.

Get the early access to every issue with delivery to your door when you subscribe at veteranslifemagazine.com

A Story of Valor and Sacrifice at the Battle of the Bulge, Hitler’s Last Stand.

12/08/2024

Searching for the Perfect Christmas Gift? The SerVe Cookbook is more than recipes—it’s a slice of history! Delicious recipes from points in time are paired with stories of war-era sacrifices and insights into the lives of women supporting veterans. All proceeds support mental wellness programs for veterans. Purchase a copy today at www.ALAServeCookbook.com!

And check out the article about its creation at https://www.veteranslifemagazine.com/blogs-nov-dec-2024/cookbook-for-a-cause.

12/07/2024

We pause to remember the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom at Pearl Harbor. Let us honor their legacy by loving our lives, perfecting our purpose, and cherishing the liberty they fought to protect.

A tribute to the men and women lost during the Pearl Harbor attack.

12/07/2024

Eighty-three years ago today in the morning hours, the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service attacked the neutral United States at Naval Station Pearl Harbor near Honolulu, Hawaii, killing 2,403 Americans and injuring 1,178 others. Check out the piece Don Cyan wrote for the current issue of the Veterans Life Magazine!

Reflections on Pearl Harbor’s Enduring Legacy and Its Role in Forging National Resilience

12/07/2024

There’s no words that can be said to express the sadness we feel. For this truly great Veteran who gave his life to his community? We will never forget you, Tony DuMosch.