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Wilk honors Tom Hilzendeger as ‘Veteran of the Year’

by The AV Times Staff • June 26, 2019

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SACRAMENTO – Senator Scott Wilk, representing the 21st Senate District, recognized U.S. Army Veteran Tom Hilzendeger as Veteran of the Year on the Senate Floor Wednesday.

“Tom Hilzendeger is a living example of the difference once person can make in the world,” Wilk said. “He served our nation honorably in the Vietnam War and works tirelessly for our veteran community today.”

Hizendeger served in the U.S. Army from 1968-1970. During his service, he earned the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. After returning from Vietnam, he worked at the Los Angeles County Sanitation District until his retirement. After retirement, Hizendeger participated in a PTSD group at his local Veterans Center where he was inspired to begin his ‘second career’ and passion – serving the veteran community.

Hizendeger started Vets4Veterans Antelope Valley after sponsoring a car show to raise money for veterans in need. Vets4Veterans, a local nonprofit, assists any veteran who needs help – whether it be medical, dental, pursuing an education, or assistance with a living situation. Vets4Veterans is dedicated to providing support to those readjusting to civilian life. Last fall, the organization broke ground on Operation Restart, a transitional housing program. Hizendeger’s dream for Operation Restart is to have multiple homes where veterans and their families can live rent free for up to a year while they look for housing that is more permanent.

“It was a surprise to be chosen for this award. I believe serving my fellow veterans is just part of doing what is right,” Hilzendeger said. “Thank you to Senator Wilk for this honor and for helping bring attention to the very real needs of the young men and women returning stateside after serving our nation.”

[Information via news release from the office of Senator Scott Wilk.]

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1 comment for "Wilk honors Tom Hilzendeger as ‘Veteran of the Year’"

  1. Awards says

    June 26, 2019 at 9:30 pm

    Everyone’s a winner…

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