John Donovan’s father has died. Please join us in honoring this heroic soldier, and beloved father. Our prayers and sympathies go out to John and his family.
Pfc. Aaron E. Fairbairn, 20, of Aberdeen, Washington
Jul 6th, 2009
“If there’s any day when you’re going to make that kind of sacrifice … ” Masters said, his voice tearfully trailing away. Finally, he said: “I realize Aaron’s just one guy coming home not sitting in a seat. Lots of other guys have made that same sacrifice.”
Aaron Fairbairn – KIA Afghanistan July 4 2009
Jul 5th, 2009
It is about 1 a.m. here along America’s North Shore. A few short hours ago, word began to spread on Twitter about the loss of two of our finest in Afghanistan. Here is one of their stories.
In Memory of Andrea M. McHan, nee Jordan
Jun 2nd, 2009
The Arkport Alumni newsletter arrived today with the sad news that my first love had died.
Michael Crichton Dies
Nov 5th, 2008
Best-selling author and filmmaker Michael Crichton died unexpectedly in Los Angeles Tuesday, after a courageous and private battle against cancer, according to a statement released by his family. He was 66.
General Hammond Passes
Jul 3rd, 2008
Via Blackfive, we learn that Don Davis, the actor who so ably played General Hammond on Stargate-SG1 has died. He was a prolific actor and a talented artist.
Captain Philip. J. Dykeman
Jun 28th, 2008
A native of America’s North Shore was killed by a suicide bomber while attending a meeting on June 26. Marine Captain Philip. J. Dykeman of Brockport and two other officers were killed when a suicide bomber attacked the tribal council meeting that they were attending. Nearly 20 others were also killed. Al Qaeda in Iraq has taken responsibility.
George Carlin
Jun 23rd, 2008
George Carlin has died. Many will remember him for the bit about words you cannot say on television. I look at his career as providing another necessity.
MND-SE holds memorial for fallen Marine
May 25th, 2008
More than 400 Coalition Soldiers and Marines paid their respect to a fallen Marine at Basra Air Base, Iraq, May 23.
Marine 1st Lt. Matthew R. Vandegrift, was honored in a memorial plaque dedication service. The service was presided over by Marine Maj. Gen. George J. Flynn, the deputy commanding general of Multi-National Corps – Iraq, and Reverend Padre Mark Christian, the chaplain to the forces at Multi-National Division — South East.
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