Brad Losner

Branch of Military:

U.S. Army

Rank & Years of Service:

Former CPT (P); 10 years of service

Spouse & Children:

Rebecca and I have two wonderful children: Max (8); Rachel (30)

Religious Affiliation:

Towne View Baptist Church

Hobbies:

Spending time with Family & Friends; RC car racing with our son; mountain biking; running; hiking;
Personal Finance

Current Employment/Job Title:

Truist Bank; Financial Crimes Group Manager

Additional Information:

I’ve been and continue to be blessed by many caring and knowledgeable mentors throughout my life, especially during my transition from military to civilian life.  I enjoy opportunities to positively impact others through mentorship and encouragement as well.

Deonte Barfield

Branch of Military

U.S. Navy

Years of Service

7 years 8 months

Rank

E5 PETTY OFFICER SECOND CLASS/ HOSPITAL CORPSMAN

Children

I have 3 daughters ages 25, 13 and 9

Religious Affiliation

I attend World Overcomers Christian Church in Raleigh Triangle Park in North Carolina

Community Service

I am a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. where we believe in Service to All Mankind and servicing the community

Hobbies

Baking, crafting, and spending time with family and friends

Current Employment/Job Title

In my previous employment, I worked as a Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Specialist, assisting veterans with Significant Barriers to Employment and other resources. In my current employment, I am a Family Self Sufficiency Program Coordinator for our local Housing Authority.

Additional Information

I earned my bachelor’s degree in social work from University of North Carolina- Wilmington and my master’s degree in social work from North Carolina Central University. My passion is to serve and help my fellow veterans in any capacity, especially those in hardship.

Governor H. Henderson Jr.

Governor served 2 years in the United States Navy before his military career was cut short due to injury. Governor is happily married to his wife of 21 years and they have a 15 year old son.

Governor and his family worships in a non-denominational setting to embrace the opportunities of diversity. Governor and his wife spent the past 18 years in the Metropolitan Atlanta area but relocated to Michigan in 2017, and are continuing the quest to engage in diverse cultures while exposing their son to the same.

"My hobbies include running, working out and swimming, when not spending quality time with the family. My current occupation is Director of Security for a major corporation in Michigan. Safety and security have been my passion for the past 24 years.

After being medically discharged from the Navy, I wanted to continue in a career path which would give me an opportunity to serve and protect. During my public service career, I was afforded the opportunity to serve with the Georgia Department of Corrections, as a Correctional Officer, and elite Tactical Squad Member. I then went on to become a certified police officer, where I had the opportunity to serve the citizens of Macon, GA.

While always looking for growth, I moved to the Metropolitan Atlanta Area, and served for the Henry County Police Department as a Narcotics Detective and for the Atlanta Police Department as a Burglary Specialist, General Investigator, and Sex Crimes Investigator. My valuable experience positioned me to serve in the capacity of an investigator for the District Attorney of Fulton County (GA) in the Crimes Against Women and Children’s Unit before relocating.

It was through the discipline and courage instilled in me by my military service, which allowed me to serve others for 24 years with pride and dignity."

Kenneth Miller

Kenneth Miller moved to Warner Robins, GA after serving 22 years in the US Army. Kenneth is a Christian and an active member of his church and served as a deacon, choir member and member of both the transportation and security department(s). During his spare time, Kenneth is found gardening and expressing his undying love of classic cars.

In 1988, right out of high school, Kenneth joined the Army. During his training as a Ranger in a Black Ops unit, he had the opportunity to deploy with a Transportation Unit in Ft. Benning, GA. In 2008, he tranfered to Ft.Carson, Colorado where he became the NCOIC of Operations and Headquarters Battalion Master Driver (167FSC). Months later in Afghanistan during his 5th deployment, Kenneth sustained several combat-related injuries eventually causing his medical retirement in 2012. If you asked him today, like most veterans, "I was cut short by my injuries... but I'd do it all over again just a little different."

Kenneth recently relocated to Canton, GA, where his daughter competes on the Junior Olympic gymnastics team in Roswell, GA.

1SGT Kenneth Miller is the recipient of the Silver Star, Bronze Star (4th award), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (3rd award), Army Service Medal (3rd award), among many others. He contributes his success and support to his unwavering family and friends.

Pastor Beverly Flowers, M.Div

NAME: Pastor Beverly Flowers, M.Div

BRANCH OF SERVICE: United States Air Force

RANK & YEARS OF SERVICE: Technical Sergeant (TSgt), Active Duty 12 years & 8 years Reserve (20 years combined total served). In which 17 of those years were served as a Substance Abuse Counselor. She retired from the Military at Robins AFB in 1994.

SPOUSE & CHILDREN: Pastor Flowers is married to Rev. Joe Flowers, Jr., Army Captain, Veteran and they share together a combined total of 6 daughters.

CHURCH /RELIGION AFFILIATION: Pastor Flowers is affiliated with the United Methodist Church. She received her Master of Divinity Degree from Gammon Theological Seminary, Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC), located in Atlanta, GA. After graduating, Pastor Flowers served as an Ordained Elder within her denomination. She also served briefly as a Chaplain at the Dublin Veterans Medical Administration Center (GA). Pastor Flowers retired from Asbury UMC, Savannah, GA in June 2012, after having completed 24 years of Ministerial service, serving many churches within the United Methodist denomination.

COMMUNITY SERVICE: Currently Pastor Flowers serves on the Board of Trustees for the Methodist Home for Children & Youth in Macon, GA; she teaches Ecumenical (Community), Noon Day Bible Study and Senior’s Ministry at Kelley Chapel UMC, in Decatur, GA. She also continues to preach once a month in Macon, GA at Joycliff UMC and other churches when invited.

HOBBIES: Pastor Flowers loves reading, walking, learning to line dance and Tai Chi.

CURRENT EMPLOYMENT JOB TITLE: Pastor Flowers is an entrepreneur and is a call center agent from home.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Pastor Flowers is deeply humbled and honored to have served over the years GOD and Country.

James Willard Keener Jr. (Jimmy)

Jimmy served in the US Army for three years (1977-1980) and received the rank of Specialist 4. Jimmy is married to his lovely wife Leslie and they have 4 children: daughter (Terri), son (Christopher), step-daughter (Melissa), step-son (Jonathan). Jimmy also has 7 grandchildren: 5 grandsons and 2 granddaughters.

Jimmy is a Christian who loves hunting, motorcycling, woodworking and cooking. Jimmy is a Disabled Army Veteran with a non-service connected disability who received a SEGAMI Healthcare Grant in July 2017.

Ronald Johnson

Branch:
US ARMY Combat Infantryman

Rank & Years of Service:
Staff Sergeant (p) 15 years of service

Spouse & Children:

Mrs. Michelle Johnson (US Navy Gulf War Veteran)
Ms. Sydney Price who attends Spelman College
Devon Proctor who attends West Laurens High School

Religious Affiliation:
True believer in God

Community Service:
VA2K Chairman, Food Bank, Board member of Bethel House Ministries, Coach

Hobbies:
Public Speaking, Teaching, Reading, Historian, Veteran Advocate

Current Employment:
Lead Certified Peer Support Specialist - Carl Vinson VAMC

Certifications and trainings include:
Graduate of Northside High School, Big Bend Community College, UNC School of Behavior Primary Leadership School,VET2VET Certified, Certified Peer Support Specialist, Respect Institute Graduate, WHAM (Whole Health Action Management), WRAP(Wellness Recovery Action Plan), MHFA(Mental Health First Aid), SST (Social Skills Trained), W2SM(Warrior to Soul Mate Facilitator), OTM(Own The Moment Trainer)

Achievements:
Men Who Made A Difference Award, Clinical Employee of the Quarter, WHO’S WHO Worldwide Honors and the Bronze Star Recipient Combat Infantryman Badge.

Ron resides in Dublin, Georgia

Joseph Brothers, Sr.

Branch:
United States Air Force

Rank:
Chief Master Sergeant (Retired)

Years of Service:
1960 - 1990

Spouse:
Minister Rebecca Brothers

Children:
Terri, Joseph Jr., Staci, Jeffrey and Tamisha plus many grands and great grands.

Religious Affiliation:
Dorcas House Ministries (DHM), 223 A&B S. Commercial Circle; Warner Robins GA. Serving as treasurer and volunteer, assisting the DHM Executive Director, Minister Brothers, along with other volunteers providing clothing, food, assistance with utility bills and most importantly encouragement to and prayer for the needy.

Hobbies:
Taking care of family, staying in shape, walking, jogging, exercising

Current Employment:
Retired and loving it!

Chief Brothers (Ret) joined the Air Force on 22 August 1960, along with neighborhood friends who along the way left the AF for civilian life. I decided early on, however, to dedicate myself to the Air Force and federal service. With the help and support of my wife and grace and mercy of God, I was able to complete not only a 30+ year military career, but also a 22+ year civil service career. Highly recommend military service.

Michael Anthony Kelly

Branch:
United States Army

Rank:
Major

Years of Service:
1982-2017

Spouse/Children:
Wife-Janet and Son-Wyatt

Church:
The Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church

Community Service:
Free Counseling services by referral

Hobbies:
Painting and Antique clock repair

Current Employment:
North Greenville University

Title:
Regional Admissions Counselor

Sonya Richards White-SSG

Sonya is the oldest of her mother’s three children. She was born in Reading, PA and has been in Charleston, SC all of her life or since the age of 2. Sonya joined the Army National Guard at the age of 29. I thought I was not going to be able to compete. It has been 20 years and now I am embracing retirement.

During that time, I gave birth to Sierra Denise White; I only have the one child. She also had to make sacrifices for the choice I made to serve this state and country. I started out as a Medic and ended as a Logistician. I have participated in two deployments, three storms and the G8 Summit. If I had to do it all over again, I would not change a thing.

Now that my weekends are free and my vacation is not in uniform somewhere training in the heat, I just enjoy life. I engage in spending time with my daughter, worshiping at Greater Union Baptist Church, socializing and crocheting blankets for little bundles of joy.

My dream is to work with fellow Veterans that need a helping hand with maneuvering through this thing called life. I was blessed with that job as a Community Resource and Resiliency Coordinator at VECTR. I really enjoy what I do. Once my work is done, I pray that the Lord will put me where he sees fit.

Governor H. Henderson Jr.

Governor served 2 years in the United States Navy before his military career was cut short due to injury. Governor is happily married to his wife of 21 years and they have a 15 year old son. Governor and his family worships in a non-denominational setting to embrace the opportunities of diversity.

Governor and his wife spent the past 18 years in the Metropolitan Atlanta area but relocated to Michigan in 2017, and are continuing the quest to engage in diverse cultures while exposing their son to the same.

"My hobbies include running, working out and swimming, when not spending quality time with the family. My current occupation is Director of Security for a major corporation in Michigan. Safety and security have been my passion for the past 24 years. After being medically discharged from the Navy, I wanted to continue in a career path which would give me an opportunity to serve and protect. During my public service career, I was afforded the opportunity to serve with the Georgia Department of Corrections, as a Correctional Officer, and elite Tactical Squad Member. I then went on to become a certified police officer, where I had the opportunity to serve the citizens of Macon, GA. While always looking for growth, I moved to the Metropolitan Atlanta Area, and served for the Henry County Police Department as a Narcotics Detective and for the Atlanta Police Department as a Burglary Specialist, General Investigator, and Sex Crimes Investigator. My valuable experience positioned me to serve in the capacity of an investigator for the District Attorney of Fulton County (GA) in the Crimes Against Women and Children’s Unit before relocating. It was through the discipline and courage instilled in me by my military service, which allowed me to serve others for 24 years with pride and dignity."