Honoring Memorial Day: A Conversation with Veteran Sean Mickler of Bear Construction

In this episode of Kankakee Valley Community Happenings, host Denny Case welcomes local veteran Sean Mickler, Assistant Project Manager at Bear Construction in Bradley, Illinois. With Memorial Day approaching, the conversation highlights the significance of the holiday through the lens of someone who has served in uniform.Key Topics DiscussedMilitary Background: Sean shares details about his enlistment in the U.S. Navy, his role as a Master at Arms, and his assignments stationed at overseas installations.Inspirations and Lessons: A look into how family history and pivotal national events influenced Sean's decision to join the military, alongside the core life lessons from his service that continue to guide him today.Community and Career: Transitioning from military service to local business, Sean touches upon his academic achievements in Kankakee County and his current project management work, including recent local facility upgrades.The Meaning of Memorial Day: A personal reflection on what the upcoming holiday means to a veteran and the importance of valuing support systems.Listen to the full episode to hear Sean’s complete insights, his perspective on honoring fallen service members, and detailed updates on local community developments.About Bear ConstructionFor those interested in the services discussed in this episode, Bear Construction is located at 2 East Bradford Drive in Bradley, Illinois. More information can be found online at bearcc.com or via their official Facebook page.Get more from the WVLI Podcast Network! Listen to the WVLI News Update with Rob West every weekday morning. Get the days local news from the greater Kankakee County, IL area in 10 minutes or less. Subscribe now on your preferred podcast platform: https://wvlinewsupdate.buzzsprout.comThe Voices You Trust, Beyond The Dial.