STRATFORD, CONN. (September 28, 2025)–Department of Connecticut Veterans of Foreign Wars and Auxiliary leadership attended the annual Department Auxiliary luncheon honoring Gold Star Families.

Scheduled on the “Gold Star Mothers and Families Day,’ which is recognized on the last Sunday in September, the Gold Star Family Luncheon was sponsored by the Department of Connecticut VFW Auxiliary and hosted by the Raymond T. Goldbach VFW Post 9460.

From America’s Gold Star Families: The Gold Star family has experienced the loss of a loved one–an immediate family member – who died as a result of active-duty military service. Those who die in service to their country leave behind parents, siblings, spouses, children, and extended families. These are recognized as Gold Star families. The title is meant to honor the service member’s ultimate sacrifice while acknowledging their family’s loss, grief, and continued healing.