SALEM, MO., - Darrell Nash, a Vietnam War veteran from Salem, Missouri, died on Dec. 9, 2022.

Nash served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968 during the Vietnam War.

Get The Latest News!

Don't miss our top stories and need-to-know news everyday in your inbox.

Missy Stellhorn, Nash’s daughter, shared that her father had the opportunity to participate in an honor flight prior to his passing. “My dad served in Vietnam. I’m happy to say he was able to be part of an honor flight before he died,” Stellhorn said.

Honor flights are organized trips that allow veterans to visit war memorials in Washington, D.C., recognizing their sacrifices and service. Nash’s participation in this program reflects the ongoing efforts to honor those who served in the Vietnam War.

How to submit

Submitting a tribute is simple. You can fill out our Veteran Salute form at http://contribute.riverbender.com/page/veteran-salute, or email us at news@riverbender.com.

Prefer RiverBender on Google
Copyright 2026 Riverbender.com. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

 

More like this:

Alton National Cemetery's Sunset Ceremony Encourages Memorial Day Reflection
May 19, 2026
Land of Lincoln Honor Flight Prepares For Mission #77 Serving 95 Veterans
Apr 21, 2026
Grafton's National Memorial of Military Ascent Dedication Ceremony Scheduled for This Weekend
Yesterday
Illinois designates stretch of Route 140 as Cpl. Tommy N. Miller Memorial Highway
Apr 17, 2026
On Memorial Day, Duckworth Honors Fallen Servicemembers and Gold Star Families
May 26, 2026