MEAD, Colo. — On a clear Saturday morning in Mead, with birds chirping and mountains standing quietly in the distance, dozens of families gathered in Founders Park — united by a pain few can understand and a promise that their sacrifice will not be forgotten.
They are Gold Star families — relatives of U.S. servicemembers who died in the line of duty. For them, this groundbreaking ceremony wasn’t just about a monument. It was about creating a permanent place to reflect, remember and be seen.
“It means a lot — for Colorado to finally have its own memorial for families like ours,” said Chris Kinnard, whose husband was a Vietnam War veteran…