Evening EmmyLou, May I send my condolences regarding your son. How unfortunate. May sewing, quilting and the Good Lord comfort you. As for the quilts of valour, you might want to check out the following link.
http://www.qovkansas.org/
While I live on the Missouri side of our adjoining state lines, my Guild has been considering doing this worthy project. Our wounded soldiers really feel the welcome home when they receive their quilts.