August 07, 2025 - Annville, PA
During a ceremony at Fort Indiantown Gap, Treasurer Stacy Garrity observed Purple Heart Day by returning a Purple Heart Medal to the son of the late Ray Alvin Morgan, a U.S. Army veteran who was wounded during the Vietnam War. She was joined by Senator Chris Gebhard (R-48) and Representative JoAnne Stehr (R-107).The Purple Heart Medal came to Treasury as part of the 2023 unclaimed property report and has been safeguarded in Treasury's vault until today."It's a true honor to return this Purple Heart today to Ray Morgan's family, and it's an extra special moment to get to do this on Purple Heart Day," Treasurer Garrity said. "As a Veteran myself, every military decoration return is near and dear to my heart. This Purple Heart is a piece of Ray's story, a story that includes the bravery he demonstrated and the sacrifices he and his family made during the Vietnam War. Returning this medal is a way to express our gratitude and appreciation for Ray's service."Speakers Include:Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy GarrityJames Morgan, Son of Ray MorganRep. JoAnne Stehr (R-107)
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