On Veterans Day, a Tulsa‑based roofing firm stepped forward to honor a local hero. Tier One Roofing, owned by U.S. Army veteran Jonathan Marsh, installed a brand‑new roof on the home of 90‑year‑old World War II veteran Darl T. Biggs, completely free of charge.
Veteran’s need and community response
Biggs, who served in the Navy during the war, told the press his old roof was about 30‑40 years old and riddled with roughly 20 leaks. The water seeped into his home and even threatened his church books, a problem he could not afford to fix. “It’s just a blessing from heaven,” he said after the work was completed.
Why the roofing company acted
Marsh learned of Biggs’ situation through the Veterans Administration and a local nonprofit called ROAD. As a veteran himself, Marsh said helping fellow service members is a personal mission. “When I met him, he said when it rains [he] has water dripping on [his] church books. I was like, ‘yeah, we can’t allow that here,’” Marsh explained.
Beyond the roof
The Tier One crew didn’t stop at the roof. They are also taking steps to keep animals out of Biggs’s home and are building a wheelchair‑accessible ramp to his work trailer, where he spends time crafting handmade boots and other items. The effort reflects a broader commitment to supporting seniors and veterans in the Tulsa area.
Biggs’s reflections on service and family
Biggs recalled being drafted at age 15 and serving alongside his sister, who was also called to duty. He shared memories of being assigned to the Navy after initially enlisting in the Army and later arriving in Kobe, Japan, after the Pearl Harbor attack. “We are to help one another,” he said, echoing the values his parents taught him nearly a century ago.
Community impact
The free roof project highlights the power of local businesses to make a tangible difference in the lives of veterans and seniors. It also underscores the importance of partnerships between private companies, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies in addressing the needs of those who have served the nation.
For Tulsa residents, the story serves as a reminder that acts of generosity and gratitude can be found right in their neighborhoods, especially on a day dedicated to honoring America’s veterans.
Original reporting: KTUL 8 (Sinclair) – local — read the source article.
