Article: Decorated father and son to share patriotism award.

Byline: Paul Huggins

Jul. 1--Gloria Harrill's two favorite colors ought to be bronze and silver.

What other woman can associate those hues with rare courage and leadership displayed by not only her husband, but also her son?

Both received credit for saving lives by their quick and accurate commands while under great duress: John D. Harrill Jr., 65, received a Bronze Star with valor for courageous actions in Vietnam, and John D. Harrill III, 37, received a Silver Star with valor for gallant service during seven months of fighting in Iraq.

"I've always been proud of them," she said, indicating heroic acts in combat didn't heighten her ...

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