Founder of the Silver Star Families of America is Hospitalized

Jan. 25, 2010 - PRLog -- “Steve Newton, our founder, has been admitted to the John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital in Little Rock AK, for treatment of a blockage in a vein going to his left leg,” Orman stated.  

“It is our understanding that they will do a CT scan today and he will undergo an operation on Tuesday.  We expect and pray for his full recovery and his release sometime later in the week.”

“We are, of course, concerned and we will keep everyone advise as to his condition.  At this time no press conferences are planned.”

“We appreciate your thoughts and prayers and in lieu of flowers he has asked to please donate to our wounded, ill and dying members of the armed forces at http://www.silverstarfamilies.org/.”

Media inquiries should go to:  janie.orman@yahoo.com

V.A. phone:  Phone: (501) 257-1000

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The mission of the Silver Star Families of America is to remember, honor and assist Wounded, Ill and Dying Veterans & Troops from ALL Wars.