What does it mean to become a Gold Star Family? How do you move forward after losing a Navy SEAL son in combat?

In this powerful episode of The Not Special Show, former Navy pilot Tom Feeks and registered nurse Ginny Feeks share the story of their son, Navy SEAL Patrick "Pat" Feeks, their daughter Regina Feeks, a Navy officer and physician assistant, and the journey of faith, family, military service, and resilience after unimaginable loss.

This conversation explores life in a military family, deployments, raising children while serving, the realities of combat, and what it means to honor a fallen warrior while continuing to live with purpose. If you're interested in Navy SEAL stories, Gold Star families, military life, veteran stories, Special Operations, leadership, and overcoming grief, this is a conversation you won't forget.

Tom and Ginny don't consider themselves special. After listening, you will.

In this episode:

* The life and legacy of Navy SEAL Patrick Feeks

* Becoming Gold Star parents

* Tom's 28-year career as a U.S. Navy pilot

* Ginny's career as a registered nurse and military spouse

* Raising children through military moves and deployments

* What families experience while loved ones are deployed

* The phone call that changed everything

* Faith, resilience, and finding purpose after loss

* Lessons every parent can learn from

* Why service continues long after the uniform comes off