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John Lanca

Feb 8, 2013
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Updated: Jun 1, 2022

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U.S. Navy


Dear Eric and Michael,

It will be 5 yrs this January that my brother died. I came across your display at the TAPS seminar this past year. I am requesting a portrait of my brother for my Mother. I see how she lives through the pain of loosing her son everyday. My brother John served in the Navy Reserves for 20years. He was deployed in July of 2005 and returned in April of 2006. He returned a different person. He struggled for 8 long months dealing with PTSD, which ultimately caused him to take his own life. Despite trying to get help through the VA, which was useless, we lost him. My brother was a kind and gentle person. He never could say anything negative about anyone. He was always there when you needed him. I never heard him raise his voice. He had the most beautiful brown eyes, that looked at you in the most gentle way. My brother was always a hard worker, and always thought of others before he thought of himself. He loved to joke around. He was good about leaving little notes around for you to find. He still leaves me things when I least expect it. I know that he is safe now in a wonderful place.

Thank you both for you dedication and time honoring our fallen heroes. I don’t think the majority of the American citizens realize the sacrifice of our service men and women and their families.

12 Comments


David Miller
Oct 06

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candy Emily
candy Emily
Sep 29

Thank you for sharing John Lanca's inspiring story. His resilience is truly commendable. It reminds me of the challenges we face in games like Moto X3M—perseverance is key!

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Mishfah Salem
Sep 19

John Lanca’s story reflects the lasting impact that military service and unresolved trauma can have on individuals and their families. The request for a portrait for his mother is especially meaningful because it shows how preserving someone’s memory can provide a lasting connection for loved ones. One takeaway is that remembrance can take many forms, from photographs and portraits to personal stories shared with others. Even everyday responsibilities, such as working with a building maintenance company dubai, involve caring for and preserving something over time. In a very different context, this story similarly highlights the importance of maintaining memories and honoring the lives of people who remain deeply missed.

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Aug 15

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Flip Wacky
Flip Wacky
Apr 04

This story about John Lanca is truly touching and a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by service members and their families. By the way, speaking of focus and dedication, I’ve been playing Wacky Flip, a physics-based game where timing and precision are everything, and it’s surprisingly engaging.

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