Dana is third generation to serve this great country of ours, he was bred to serve in the U.S. Air Force but instead chose to become a U.S. Marine. I never knew the impact that my son has had on his friends, siblings and myself the day we dropped him off at the recruiters I had all of his siblings and several friends the ride home was so quiet and all had tears streaming down their faces. For three months I was on pins and needles, as much as I tried I was not able to hold in the emotion and pride seeing him in uniform and the pride that his brothers showed was overwhelming. I am so proud of my Marine and although he is a member of one of the toughest forces in the world, he will always be my son may Marine.

Dana M. Shelton Sr.
University City, MO