My Brother Was Beyond Loved. If Only He Knew He Was More Than a 'Man in Uniform'
This story contains the topic of suicide. If you or anyone you know are having thoughts of suicide, please call 988. I knew you when you shined bright like the sun. Your laughter was so contagious we’d laugh so hard our bellies hurt. Your smile made everyone feel calm, as if we were closing our […]
20 Years After Death, Pat Tillman Still Inspires Those Who Knew Him Well — And Many He Never Met
Leland High led 35-0 at halftime and coach Terry Hardtke figured enough was enough. Pat Tillman had scored four touchdowns on offense and was dominating defensively in a Central Coast Section playoff game against Andrew Hill. Hardtke told Tillman he was done for the day. “I said, ‘No offense, no defense,’” Hardtke recalled. “He gave […]