Soldier's widow creates 'Field of Honor' in his memory

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More than 200 flags fly outside Akron Elementary School to represent Indiana service members. Jayme Patterson created the 'Field of Honor' in memory of her husband, Sgt. Nick Patterson, who died in Iraq. (WSBT photo)

By Beth Boehne

Story Created: Jul 8, 2008 at 11:51 AM EDT

Story Updated: Jul 8, 2008 at 12:15 PM EDT

AKRON — A military widow in Fulton County is doing her part to make sure her husband's memory lives on.

Jayme Patterson's husband, Sgt. Nick Patterson, was killed in Iraq. She created a 'Field of Honor' in Akron, where more than 200 flags fly to represent Indiana service members who are overseas or who have died fighting.

People donate money for personalized flags in honor of a loved one.

“It shows a lot about how our community is really supportive of our troops and of our past veterans," Jayme Patterson explained. "It really means a lot to know that other people feel the same way as I do about people that fight for our country.”

The donations go to a memorial fund in Nick Patterson's name. It covers expenses for a local basketball camp.

The flags will stay on display outside of Akron Elementary School until Sunday.

Tuesday, Jul 8 at 9:13 PM Anonymous wrote ...

The Field of Honor is located in Akron. The school behind which the flags are flying is located right of off St. Rd. 19. You can see the flags from the road! Please feel free to come right up to the flags and take a look at each ribbon noting a tribute to a fallen/honored veteran!

Tuesday, Jul 8 at 8:32 PM WOW wrote ...

That's awesome. My son leaves next week for basic training for the Army so I pray for you and your family...

Tuesday, Jul 8 at 4:07 PM ashely wrote ...

the thought brings tears to my eyes!!! what a wonderful thing to do.

Tuesday, Jul 8 at 3:33 PM Michelle wrote ...

Were is this located? We are in Michigan, would love to show our kids

Tuesday, Jul 8 at 2:57 PM Linda wrote ...

Now this is what I call news! Kudos to all involved.

Tuesday, Jul 8 at 12:55 PM A Marine Mom wrote ...

AWESOME JOB, JAYME!!It's true, our community has been dropping off items for care packages for over a year now and the box has NEVER gone empty!!Such love and support from this area. My son is deployed and he receives cards and letters from people that live here that he has never met!I LOVE OUR COMMUNITY!Yes, Jayme, like Julie said, Nick would be proud!!Semper Fi and God Bless

Tuesday, Jul 8 at 12:54 PM Sherry wrote ...

This "Field of Honor" was truly breathtaking. Such a beautiful way to honor those who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tuesday, Jul 8 at 12:53 PM Mom of 3 wrote ...

I was at the Akron parade this weekend and saw this display. Very nice! What a great idea!

Tuesday, Jul 8 at 12:47 PM Proud American wrote ...

This is a great way to honor all veterans.

Tuesday, Jul 8 at 12:36 PM Julie W wrote ...

I really think Nick would be proud!!

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