Cancer affected people of all ages, genders, classes, and professions, including civilians and miltary personnel. The Echoes of Heroes is a compilation of inspiring and untold stories of veterancs who have oversome the challengers of military service and are now fighting a new battle against cance. These courageous individual come from diverse backgrounds and brances of the armed force and share their stories of resilience, perseverance, and e vential victory against this unyielding foe.

Dr. Larry D. Black is a retired Navy and VA chaplain who founded and runs TALL & Associates LLC. THis firm offers counseling, coaching, and consulting services for leaders and aspiring leaders. Dr. Black's extensive military background and doctorate in leadership given him a deep understanding of leadership theory, organizational dynamics, and the challenges of leading in diverse and rapidly changing environments.

Dr. Black is a board-certified chaplain specializing in Hospice/Palliative Care and Grief Recovery based in biblical principles.