Angelo's Roofing Gives Vietnam Veteran New Roof
The company installed a free roof on the Erie home of Vietnam veteran Gary Askins as part of its annual 'Roof a Vet' program.
Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in Military
Angelo's Roofing installed a new roof at no cost on the Erie home of Vietnam veteran Gary Askins. The project marks the sixth 'Roof a Vet' recipient selected by the company.
Why it matters
The annual program honors veterans who served the country by covering the cost of a major home repair. Veterans still in need of assistance may apply for next year's program.
The project was the sixth 'Roof a Vet' recipient selected by Angelo's Roofing and was completed by a crew of eight workers over more than two days. The source does not state the value of the roofing materials or labor provided at no cost.
The players
Angelo's Roofing
A roofing company that runs the annual 'Roof a Vet' program, which provides free roofs to veterans.
Gary Askins
A Vietnam veteran who served in the infantry and received a Bronze Star and two Air Medals for his service.
The details
Angelo's Roofing specifically focused on finding a Vietnam veteran with a story like Askins' this year. Askins served in the infantry and operated artillery during combat, carried his wounded lieutenant to safety after the lieutenant was struck by a rocket, and received a Bronze Star and two Air Medals. He has also been exposed to Agent Orange and has battled cancer affecting his face and eye.
Timeline
Askins and his wife have lived in the home for more than seven decades.
The roof project was underway at the time of publication, on November 12, 2026.
Veterans may apply for next year's 'Roof a Vet' program.
Program Continuity
This project is the sixth in Angelo's Roofing's annual 'Roof a Vet' series, extending a yearly pattern of recognizing local veterans. The series continues with applications open for next year's recipient.
Erie veterans in need of roof repairs can apply for next year's 'Roof a Vet' program, which covers the full cost of the work. The program's annual recipient is selected to honor a veteran's service to the country.
The takeaway
Community programs like 'Roof a Vet' show how local businesses can directly support veterans who served the country. Eligible veterans in Erie should watch for application details for the next cycle.
What happens next
Veterans still in need of assistance may apply for next year's 'Roof a Vet' program.
Further reading
For more on veterans' issues, explore the Military section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Erie News Now - Your News Team.
