Merritt & Jones: A Midland family of veterans who fought for our nation will have the opportunity to be honored in May.

Don Merritt served in World War II, Frank Merritt served in Korea, and Bill Jones served in Vietnam. All three served in different branches of the military with the goal of serving the U.S.

Now it's time for the country to give back. All three with be attending an Honor Flight trip that brings veterans to D.C., where all three men will visit their memorials and pay respect to their friends lost in battle.

"There were a lot of people who sacrificed their lives and we're lucky enough we didn't have to participate in that part of it."

Throughout the war, the Midlanders had to stay positive about returning home.

"I said, 'no.' I've been out of Texas too long," Frank said. "I want to go back to Texas and right now!"

The veterans say this will be their first time visiting the nation's capitol.

"I'm happy to go with them, they deserve it - I'll be there to take their photos," said Jones.

And his uncles are just as proud of him,

"Now you've served your part too"