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Vietnam Veteran In Brick ‘Is My Real-Life Angel,’ Neighbor Says

"He is friendly, kind, a great listener and very helpful in all situations," Rita Ann Ryan says of Jerry Kaba.

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Brick, NJ — From their time in uniform to their everyday contributions in our neighborhoods, veterans embody service in so many forms. Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to share stories of veterans making a difference in the places we call home.

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Tell us about the veteran's service.

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He is a retired Marine who served all his life and is a Vietnam veteran. He is the most helpful man I have ever known. He is my real-life angel.

How do you know the veteran?

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He is my next-door neighbor.

What makes the veteran someone your community should know about?

He is friendly, kind, a great listener and very helpful in all situations.

What three words best describe the veteran?

Generous, kind and helpful.


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