It seems that there are iconic figures in our lives who become the foundation for who and what we become. Col. Dobias is absolutely the definition of such a figure for me. He represents the greatest things our Country has to offer, and I am privileged to have learned the meaning of service and patriotism from him. Now more than ever we need strong leadership to guide us...anyone who has stood in Col. Dobias' shadow knows we are obligated to take the best of what we learned and apply it for the sake of future generations. Thank you for showing me the importance of hard work and personal integrity.