KNUE + Patterson UTI ‘Hometown Hero’ of the Week: Josh Hill of the U.S. Marines

All of us at 101.5 KNUE are proud to be part of East Texas, and we are especially proud to live in a place where we hold our military and first responders in such high regard.

KNUE + Patterson UTI are proud to announce this week’s “Hometown Hero,” former United States Marine and current City of Tyler police officer Josh Hill.

Mr. Hill, who lives in Overton, was nominated by Charlsie and Monty Ward. Monty was a previous Hometown Hero of ours. Here's what they had to say about Josh:

Josh Hill served in the U.S. Marines in Infantry for 5 years. He bravely completed 2 tours to Iraq in which he valiantly earned a Purple Heart and a Navy Commendation Medal during some of Iraq's most brutal fighting in Fallujah in 2004. His unit was even featured in a Los Angeles Times article. Josh now serves the City of Tyler as a K9 Police Officer with his German Shepherd partner Isis. Josh has worked for the Tyler Police Dept. for almost 7 years now. His beautiful family includes his wife Emily and sons Landon and Nolan. The Hill Family are also active members at the New London Baptist Church where they regularly attend. Josh is a mentor to many fellow Officers and Friends. Josh Hill is a true Hometown Hero.

To show our appreciation for Josh's dedication and service to his country and community, he will receive a plaque courtesy of Congratulations Awards in Jacksonvillle, They specialize in awards, engraving, trophies, plaques, gifts and more. He also will also receive a gift pack from Edible Arrangements.