SGT David Guzman

Wimberley, TX

Mission Accomplished on July 18, 2020

Following in the footsteps of several family members, David Guzman joined the Army in 1989 with a deep sense of pride and honor. He was first stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, before serving a decade in the Texas Army Reserve. Motivated by the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, David returned to active duty in 2002 and joined the 593rd Support Group at Fort Lewis, Washington, where he served as a truck driver and light vehicle mechanic.

On Sept. 17, 2004, during his first combat deployment, Sergeant Guzman’s vehicle was struck by an improvised explosive device (IED) in Taji, Iraq. He sustained shrapnel wounds, hearing loss in his right ear, the loss of use of his right foot, and other injuries.

David and his wife, Maribel, are parents to Arianna, David Jr., and Anthony. David obtained degrees in culinary arts and agricultural science. Now a professional chef, David pays it forward by preparing dishes and meals for fellow Purple Heart recipients. A specially adapted custom HFOT home with an adapted kitchen allows David to safely and easily cook for his family. The financial freedom of a donated home has allowed David and Marible to invest in their children’s education.

Originally from Texas, David chose to remain in his home state.

David would like to thank the HFOT donors and supporters for helping Veterans rebuild their lives so they can pay it forward. “I was given a second chance in life. Thank you for helping Veterans so they can help out their communities.”

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  • KVUE, July 18, 2020 – On Saturday, Sgt. David Guzman received the keys to his new accessible Wimberley home.
  • KXAN, July 17, 2020 – Moving can be a daunting task, but for SGT David Guzman, who is moving from Mission, Texas to Wimberley, he couldn’t be more excited.
  • KVUE ABC, Nov. 23, 2019 – Saturday morning, people from around Wimberley gathered at the VFW post to celebrate SGT David Guzman and his family. The nonprofit group Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) will be constructing a home for the Guzman family in 2020.