Myles’ father Sergeant Andy Eckles had died in Iraq when Myles was just five-weeks-old. After passing on the note and the money, he went to visit his father’s grave and shared the story with him. Daly, meanwhile, told interviewers that Myles had given him a “lifetime direction” and he means to use Myles’ generosity to inspire others. My dad was a soldier. He’s in heaven now. I found this $20 in the parking lot when we got here. We like to pay it forward in my family. It’s your lucky day! Thank you for your service. Myles Eckles, a gold star kid.” Featured photo credit: On the Road: Ohio boy pays it forward with found fortune via youtube.com