Jeep ride in honor of Rising Sun veteran to raise PTSD awareness

(RISING SUN, Ind.) –The family of an Ohio County veteran remains committed to raising awareness of PTSD. 

20-year-old Cody Farr was a Rising Sun graduate who served in the Navy during Operation Inherent Resolve. 

He earned the National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon and Navy Pistol Marksmanship Ribbon. 

Cody took his own life just a few before he would have turned 21.

His parents have created an organization that helps veterans and first responders who are suffering from PTSD, by providing trained K-9 to meet their needs.

Family and friends will host an event in his honor while also raising veteran’s suicide awareness. 

The jeep ride will be held on Saturday, September 20 and will begin and end at the Milan American Legion.  

Registration will begin at 9 a.m. and the ride will leave at 11 a.m. 

The cost is just $25 per vehicle and you can get more information by clicking here.