Family legacy of service marches on in Idaho parade

Family legacy of service marches on in Idaho parade

BOISE, Idaho — Metro Express Car Wash family has long lineage of service. The carwash also honors veterans with special offers.

BOISE, Idaho — A striking display of generational valor will be present at this year’s Idaho Veterans Parade as Bill Martin, owner of Metro Express Car Wash, will be walking alongside his grandchildren and his 92-year-old brother, John Martin, the company announced in a press release.

This family is a living tribute to service and sacrifice, with a military history that spans from the Korean War to the Vietnam War and beyond.

Both Bill and John Martin have served the nation with valor and distinction. John, at the age of 18, served as a Marine during the Korean War, while Bill was a member of the prestigious U.S. Army Green Berets during the Vietnam War.

They continue to embody the legacy of honor and service for their family.

The Martin family lineage of service doesn’t end there.

Their family also pays tribute to Bill’s son, Andrew, who served in the Marine Corps, as well as their late brother Eddie Martin, who had an illustrious career in the U.S. Air Force, serving in Vietnam.

Also remembered are their late brothers-in-law, Dennis Doty, a retiree from the U.S. Air Force who served in Vietnam, and Gerry Doty, who made the ultimate sacrifice serving in the U.S. Marines on the beaches of Korea.

“Military service is part of the fabric of our family,” Bill Martin says. “It’s our responsibility and honor to give back to fellow veterans and active-duty military. Every Veterans Day, we offer free carwashes at all Metro Express locations as a gesture of our deep gratitude.”

In addition to the annual complimentary carwashes offered to all veterans on Nov. 11, Metro Express Car Wash also extends year-round discounts on wash services to all veterans.

During the parade, the Martin family will also be distributing free carwash tickets.

So, if you see them, don’t forget to wave and share your appreciation.

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