Hundreds gathered in Joplin, Mo., on May 22 to pay tribute to the 166 people who lost their lives in last year's deadly EF-5 tornado.
The gathering also honored skilled first responders—including rescue workers and medical staff—who treated more than 500 injured and carried out 22 life-saving surgeries.
The service took place at Freeman Hospital West, where CEO Paula Baker extolled "ordinary people performing extraordinary deeds."
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