Homer Wilson joined Flight 38 to visit Washington, D.C., memorials honoring those who served. His grandson accompanied him on the trip.
HOUSTON – Flags waved and applause filled the airport as Homer Wilson, a 100-year-old World War II Navy veteran from Conroe, returned from Honor Flight Houston’s trip to Washington, D.C.
“Welcome home!” the crowd shouted as Wilson made his way through the reception.
The trip was part of KPRC 2’s One More Thank You initiative, in partnership with Honor Flight Houston, Energy Transfer and Houston Christian University. Flight 38 brought veterans to the nation’s capital to visit memorials built in honor of their service.
Wilson said the experience was unforgettable. “In 40 hours you accomplish something that is just unbelievable,” he said.