MUKWONAGO, Wis. – A Vietnam War veteran in Mukwonago gets a new roof through the Owens Corning Roof Insert Project.
Through the program, contractors volunteer their services to veterans in need. John Nelson served two years in the Marine Corps. His home was built more than 100 years ago, and he and his wife have lived there for 44 years.
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Nelson said he always tries to stay positive, but this gift couldn’t have come at a better time.
“We’ve had a leak in our roof, we’ve had squirrels in the house,” he said. “When you think about keeping the rodents out, keeping the rain out, and — another word besides blessing is thankful.”
Nelson said he appreciates everyone involved in the process and hopes they all know he is grateful for the love and kindness he and his wife have received.
Want to learn more about the Roof Deployment Project? visit the Owens Corning website.