Debbie Blank | The Herald-Tribune
Wrapped in her Quilt of Valor, Mary Gargano accepts a challenge coin from Tim Kieffer, Indiana Patriot Guard Southeast Indiana Region senior ride captain. Gargano entered the U.S. Army in Miami and after basic training was sent to medical school training at Hot Springs, Arkansas. She served as a Technician 5, issuing medications and taking care of skin care patients. The WAC member had also been assigned to issue parts for plane engines and counted, wrapped and greased them.