I would like to thank the entire community of Whitefish for the red carpet treatment my family and I received while I was home on leave in early June.

From the time I got off the plane until I had to get back on, I ran into nothing but support and friendship.

Everywhere I went I was greeted with smiling faces. You made my short visit one that I shall never forget.

It means a lot to me to have this much support from such a wonderful place. I hope that all service men and women are greeted with the same treatment in their communities that I receive from my hometown.

All of you make me proud to say that I am from Whitefish, Montana. Thank you again.

SSG Peter Akey

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