About the Author
My two passions are (1) helping veterans and (2) researching
family history.

My convictions run deep and my desire to help veterans fight for
their benefits is strong.

Since 1995, I have volunteered my time helping disabled veterans
fight for their Compensation and Pension benefits through the
Veterans Service Office in my hometown.

In 1997, I began my lifelong passion to document my family
roots, never dreaming my research would unravel a 40-year,
well-kept secret.

I spent 8 years investigating Whispers from an Empty Coffin,
which includes personal interviews, original military documents
kept by family members, interviews with various military
personnel, and extensive research from the National Archives and
Records Administration. Combined, my research eventually led to
this remarkable story.

Through Pop's story, I hope to educate the public concerning the
variations of impact that war has on each individual person and
at the same time, demonstrate the importance of family and one's
personal history.