Remembering Justin McGehee
Justin Edward McGehee was born on November 22, 1981 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas and died in Little Rock, Arkansas on October 13, 2024. Justin was known for his outgoing personality and his dedication to …
“I Tell Every Vet , St. Francis House is a Good Place to Go”
John Royer grew up in Newport, Arkansas, graduated high school in May of 1986 and immediately enlisted in the Army. He served in Germany as an ammunition specialist until April, …
Daily Victories from SSVF- A Little Help from Our Friends!
“We just housed a two Veteran family. The father is a disabled Navy Veteran: his son is a Marine Veteran with a spouse and four children. We had placed the …
There is a Place for Us
Larry Knowlton served as an Army chemical operations specialist from 1991-1994 during which time he was stationed in Korea and at Fort Polk, Louisiana. An Arkansas native, he grew up …
It’s a Good Place for People to Find Themselves Again
William Stapler served his country in the Marine Corps from 1986 until 1994. Born in Osceola, Arkansas, he enlisted right out of high school and left for boot camp on …
I’m Ready to Get Back on My Own
“KI” joined the Army in 1978 and served until 1985. He was in high school when he enlisted and was stationed in Kansas in military intelligence throughout his time of …
“If You’re in Trouble, This is the Place to Look Into”
“AG” served in the Army as a diesel mechanic from 1992 through 1998. He was stationed both stateside and in Germany. He grew up in Muskogee, Oklahoma and entered the …
I Can’t Give Enough Praise to St. Francis House
“J” served his country as a paratrooper in the Army from 1980 to 1990. “My dad was from Arkansas, my mom is from Texas and they met in California, but …
It’s Just Not Enough
“LW” is a single mom living with her mother and two daughters, one year old and three years old. The father is not involved and LW does not work due …
St. Francis House is Helping Me Start Life Over
Harvey Townsend was born in Mississippi but raised by his aunt in Pine Buff Arkansas. “My mom had some problems and we were all going into foster care. My brother …