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Colonel Timothy Donovan – father and hero
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. The Auld Soldier, Colonel Timothy Donovan, FA, Silver Star, DFC, Purple Heart w/6OLC, Combat Infantry Badge, veteran of two wars, one hell of a Rotarian and my father, signaled End of Mission, Close Station, March Order, and struck his colors at 1215 this afternoon. Memorial service is Monday at 2:30 PM in Columbia, interment will be at Leavenworth National Cemetery at a date to be determined. His passage was peaceful, thanks be to God, and he was surrounded by his family. … Read entire article »
Pfc. Aaron E. Fairbairn, 20, of Aberdeen, Washington
The Department of Defense has confirmed what thousands of people on Twitter already knew. Aaron Fairbairn gave his life in the service of his country on July 4, 2009. The Department of Defense announced today the death of two soldiers who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. They died July 4 at Combat Outpost Zerok, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked the outpost using small arms and indirect fires. They were assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 509th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, Fort Richardson, Alaska. Killed were: Pfc. Justin A. Casillas, 19, of Dunnigan, Calif. Pfc. Aaron E. Fairbairn, 20, of Aberdeen, Wash. DoD “At first I didn’t believe it,” said Beau Beck, Fairbairn’s oldest brother, who learned about his brother’s death while he was coaching a Little … Read entire article »
Filed under: Afghanistan, Military, Obits, War on Terror
Aaron Fairbairn – KIA Afghanistan July 4 2009
UPDATE: Two International Security Assistance Force service members were killed in an improvised explosive device strike that occurred in eastern Afghanistan this morning. “On this sad day, we continue with our mission as we remember the lives of our fallen soldiers. The true commitment and the determination of these fine soldiers are helping to make a difference in the lives of the people of Afghanistan” said Brig. Gen. Éric Tremblay, ISAF spokesperson. “We remain resolute in meeting our obligation towards the citizens of Afghanistan and we will carry on fighting the enemies of this country to improve security and allow progress to take place for all Afghans.” It is ISAF policy not to release the nationality of any casualty prior to the relevant national authority doing so. It is about 1 a.m. here along America’s … Read entire article »
Filed under: Afghanistan, Obits, Original writing, Reporting, War on Terror
In Memory of Andrea M. McHan, nee Jordan
The Arkport Alumni newsletter arrived today with the sad news that my first love had died. Andrea M. McHan, 50, of 8463 County Road 48, passed away Monday (May 18, 2009) at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. Born in Hornell, Jan. 21, 1959, the daughter of Walter and Iona Ames Jordan, she had resided in Arkport since 1962. She moved to Florida in 1997, returning to Arkport in October of 2008. She had attended Houghton College and received her master’s degrees in English and literature. She had been a substitute school teacher at the Portville Central School. She was a member of the Arkport United Methodist Church as well as the Apopka Calvery Nazarene Church in Apopka, Fla. She was predeceased by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Bill McHan of Arkport, … Read entire article »
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Michael Crichton Dies
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. Crichton is best known as the author of “Jurassic Park” and the creator of “ER.” His most recent novel, “Next,” about genetics and law, was published in December 2006. CBS Amazon.com Widgets … Read entire article »
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General Hammond Passes
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. Gateworld obit … Read entire article »
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George Carlin
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. Everyone should have a curmudgeon in their life. Someone who points out the obvious, the unusual and the idiotic. George Carlin was that curmudgeon. The problem being a curmudgeon is that most people won’t like you but will admire you. Carlin’s public persona would not make him a valued friend nor one that you would hang around a lot. He was too abrasive. He took shots at one and all, and that’s only funny when you’re not being the one shot at. We all need a curmudgeon to remind us that we are not perfect. The perfect curmudgeon, George Carlin, will be missed. … Read entire article »
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MND-SE holds memorial for fallen Marine
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. Lieutenant Vandegrift was killed while conducting combat operations in Basra, Iraq. He was assigned to the Military Transition Team in support of the 1st Battalion, 1st Brigade, 1st Iraqi Army Division. 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. Lieutenant Vandegrift was killed while conducting combat operations in Basra, Iraq. He was assigned to the Military Transition Team in support of the 1st Battalion, 1st Brigade, 1st Iraqi … Read entire article »
Filed under: Iraq, Obits, War on Terror
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