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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12 years ago

so sorry for the family,god bless yall.

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mark
12 years ago

so sorry for the family,god bless yall.

tom MORELAND
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tom MORELAND
12 years ago

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 MORELAND
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tom MORELAND
12 years ago

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?

Maryellen
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Maryellen
12 years ago

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.

Maryellen
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Maryellen
12 years ago

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 MORELAND
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tom MORELAND
12 years ago

my ? are my heartfelt feelings about this loss but I take your point.

Maryellen
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Maryellen
12 years ago
Reply to  tom MORELAND

I appreciate your kind reply(I share your questions and feelings on this topic)

tom MORELAND
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tom MORELAND
12 years ago

my ? are my heartfelt feelings about this loss but I take your point.

Maryellen
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Maryellen
12 years ago
Reply to  tom MORELAND

I appreciate your kind reply(I share your questions and feelings on this topic)

Eugene
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Eugene
12 years ago

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.

Eugene
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Eugene
12 years ago

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.

Elane Archer
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Elane Archer
12 years ago

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.

Elane Archer
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Elane Archer
12 years ago

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.