Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Poetic Obituaries: An explosion in western Afghanistan

killed [U.S. Army Sgt. Dillon] Foxx, 22, of Traverse City, on Feb. 5 as he served his second tour of duty. His memorial service on Friday in Traverse City began with a poem he wrote for family and friends during his first tour in Afghanistan.

It was meant to be read if he died in action.

"I'm sure there will be some heartache, and I know that you'll cry tears. But your son is a soldier now, Mom. There is nothing you should fear," recited the Rev. Justin Grimm, who officiated at the service.

from Traverse City Record-Eagle: Fallen soldier is mourned

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