Couple Honors Military Heroes With Patriotic Truck

From freedom boxes to flying the American flag, many people have found ways to show their patriotism, pride and support. News On 6 anchor Craig Day met some Oklahomans who have found a unique way to honor those who serve, both past and present.

Danny Eberle has always had a love for his country and an appreciation for military men and women.

"There is no other country like this," said Danny Eberle, Truck of Honor owner

There is likely no other tribute to our country quite like the one Eberle and his wife came up with.

"We kind of looked at each other and said let's do it," said Jody Eberle, Truck of Honor owner.

Along with his wife Jody, who he married 50 years ago on the 4th of July, Danny Eberle created the "Truck of Honor."

"We're just letting people sign our truck, that's all," said Jody.

Their '92 Chevy truck is a rolling tribute to men and women in the military.

"They say Washington has its stone wall of veterans. But, I've got this old Chevrolet, and it is mine," said Danny.

It all started with a banner, but then the Eberle's started letting people sign the truck. One right after the other, veterans, active duty military, and those with loved ones who served have signed the old truck.

There are more than 1,000 signatures so far. And everywhere they go, more are added.

"These are all of our heroes on this truck," said Danny.

The Eberle's say their Truck of Honor is a way to honor those heroes, their service and sacrifice.

"It does my heart real good for them to come up and scratch their name on it," said Danny.

"We just can't show enough support and honor to our service people," said Jody.

"As long as I can keep it going, it's going to go. And when the old Chevrolet dies, we're going to put it up on a pedestal in the front yard," said Danny.

The Eberles say as long as the truck runs and they don't run out of space, they'll keep adding more names. They'll keep the tribute on the road and our military men and women in their hearts.

The Eberles hope to find someone who is willing to put a clear coat on the old truck so the names don't fade. Their grandson, John Bender from Broken Arrow, deploys to Iraq tomorrow.