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COMMUNITY • SERVICE • COMPASSION

HELPING THE
COMMUNITY.

Service doesn't end with the uniform.

When a veteran's family needs a hand, doing the right thing matters more than recognition. Here's one North Texas story that reflects that commitment.

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IN THE COMMUNITY • PLANO, TEXASAS COVERED BY CBS TEXAS / CBS 11

A helping hand.
A lasting legacy.

In June 2026, CBS Texas shared the story of Mary Beth Maier, the 94-year-old widow of a decorated Air Force pilot who served in Vietnam. After the family described a deeply disappointing experience with an earlier pool contractor, they needed help restoring their aging backyard pool.

Ryan “Big Sarge” Hoffman stepped forward. CBS reported that he offered to renovate the pool and surrounding area at no charge, with other local companies joining the effort in honor of the family's military service.

The story is about more than a swimming pool. It's about neighbors helping neighbors, and remembering the families who have sacrificed alongside those who served.

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This article describes the offer to help reported in June 2026; it does not represent the renovation as completed.

CBS TEXAS / CBS 11 VETERANS STEP IN TO HELP A PLANO WIDOW WATCH ORIGINAL NEWS REPORT02:40   ↗
A CBS 11 / CBS Texas report by J.D. Miles, aired June 22, 2026. The button opens the broadcast on CBS's website.
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Proud to serve.
Ready to help.

A Veterans Pool Company believes the values of service, respect, and accountability belong in our communities as much as in our work.

Know a veteran's family or neighbor who deserves recognition? We welcome the chance to hear their story.

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Source and context: CBS Texas, June 22–23, 2026. The earlier contractor dispute is described in CBS's reporting as allegations made by the family; the page does not make an independent finding. CBS owns its news video and reporting. View the original coverage on the CBS website.