Former Willits Man Among the 31 Killed in Afghanistan Helicopter Crash
A former Willits man, Jesse Pittman, was killed aboard the U.S. Chinook helicopter that was shot down early Saturday morning over Afghanistan. The incident which killed 7 Afghans and 31 US troops was the greatest single loss of US soldiers during the Afghan war. Pittman formerly served as a firefighter in Mendocino.
A sad story made more sad and personal by the loss of a local man.
UPDATE:The Press Democrat tells a moving story of Jesse Pittman’s determination to become a SEAL.
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Photo from the Press Democrat.
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so sorry for the family,god bless yall.
so sorry for the family,god bless yall.
Does god bless this war, is he on a side, do we even acknowledge the children we kill there, Why did this brave soldier and his family have to bear this loss? What is it we want them to do there?
Does god bless this war, is he on a side, do we even acknowledge the children we kill there, Why did this brave soldier and his family have to bear this loss? What is it we want them to do there?
Tom, your questions are valid, I just always feel sympathetic to the families at this time and it always seems insensitive to “go there” under a memorial of a families son. Start a new thread or something, but show respect at this time as a grieving family and loved ones may read this. Of course, this blog allows much freedom of expression as long as kindness and respect are used.
Tom, your questions are valid, I just always feel sympathetic to the families at this time and it always seems insensitive to “go there” under a memorial of a families son. Start a new thread or something, but show respect at this time as a grieving family and loved ones may read this. Of course, this blog allows much freedom of expression as long as kindness and respect are used.
my ? are my heartfelt feelings about this loss but I take your point.
I appreciate your kind reply(I share your questions and feelings on this topic)
my ? are my heartfelt feelings about this loss but I take your point.
I appreciate your kind reply(I share your questions and feelings on this topic)
God bless Jesse Pittman and the other 38 heroes. They are in our hearts and prayers. We honor and respect their ultimate sacrifice for America and freedom.
God bless Jesse Pittman and the other 38 heroes. They are in our hearts and prayers. We honor and respect their ultimate sacrifice for America and freedom.
Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
~Author Unknown
So sorry for your loss.
Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
~Author Unknown
So sorry for your loss.