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Riverhead Veteran Recognized For Service And Willingness To Help Others
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jack Krulder is being honored for his service and compassion.

Riverhead, NY — 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.
This story was submitted by John Krulder Jr., who nominated Jack Krulder, a U.S. Marine Corps corporal from Riverhead. To share your own message of gratitude, click here to answer a few questions and we'll take it from there.
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Entered the Corps after graduating RHS in 2018. Stationed at Camp Lejeune, 0311 Infantry. Initially in the 1/6, then over to the 2/8. Left the Corps in 2021.
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He’s my oldest son.
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Loyal, Caring, Strong
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