A North Texas military veteran was surprised with the news that he is getting a mortgage-free home on Tuesday.U.S. Staff Sergeant Semeli Toilolo and his family thought they were meeting with representatives of Operation Finally Home as part of the interview process to receive a home.It turned out to be a groundbreaking ceremony."We're speechless, it's amazing. It's an honor and we're humbled to be accepted as part of this community," said Toilolo.
"It's been a journey. You get to meet a lot of people. It's an honor serving our country," he said.He now serves with a local prison ministry and also ministers to youth groups and people experiencing homelessness.READ MORE: Marine veteran, his family gifted brand-new home in KyleMore than 100 people took part in the surprise."I just had nothing but tears in my eyes. I was emotional," Toilolo said.