For the Reporter

Two more members of Auburn VFW Post 1741 recently joined the Puget Sound Honor Flight for “One Last Mission” to Washington, D.C.

Homer Fairfield, a Navy veteran, and Joe Audino, a Merchant Marine and Navy veteran, were the latest to visit the nation’s capital.

The Honor Flight Network recognizes World War II veterans for their sacrifices and achievements by flying them to Washington, D.C., at no cost. Individual donations and corporate support allow veterans the opportunity to make the trip and visit war memorials built in their honor.

Honor Flight hubs throughout the country have sent more than 1,000 veterans on this cathartic journey.

Other Post 1741 veterans who have made the trip include: Don Hansen (Navy); Robert Wagner (Army); Dick Richards (Army) and Mike Lisle (Navy).