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Pfc Justin Ray Davis, 1/28/87 - KIA 6/25/06
1st PLT A Co 1-32 Infantry
Korengal Valley, Afghanistan
Justin graduated from Col. Zadok Magruder High School in 2005. He played
running back on the school's football team and was a member of the Junior
ROTC. He attended Hargrave Military Academy in Chatham, Va. for his junior
year in high school. At Hargrave, Justin played football and discovered his
talents could help the school's lacrosse team. He was also a martial arts
enthusiast. However, Justin did not just love sports. He was also an avid
reader, especially of the newspaper. He will always be remembered for his
magnetic personality, winning smile, jovial manner and distinguished baritone
voice. Everyone who knew him loved him. He always said that he did not want
to be an "Average Joe" He wanted to make a difference in the world. And he
did. He died a hero. With all our love Paula Davis Proud Army Mom
Justin's Memorial Page
Justin's link to Arlington National Cemetery
Justin's Legacy.com page
1st PLT A Co 1-32 Infantry
Korengal Valley, Afghanistan
Justin graduated from Col. Zadok Magruder High School in 2005. He played
running back on the school's football team and was a member of the Junior
ROTC. He attended Hargrave Military Academy in Chatham, Va. for his junior
year in high school. At Hargrave, Justin played football and discovered his
talents could help the school's lacrosse team. He was also a martial arts
enthusiast. However, Justin did not just love sports. He was also an avid
reader, especially of the newspaper. He will always be remembered for his
magnetic personality, winning smile, jovial manner and distinguished baritone
voice. Everyone who knew him loved him. He always said that he did not want
to be an "Average Joe" He wanted to make a difference in the world. And he
did. He died a hero. With all our love Paula Davis Proud Army Mom
Justin's Memorial Page
Justin's link to Arlington National Cemetery
Justin's Legacy.com page
SSGT Ross E Parsons died 5/22/08
SSGT Parsons was 29 and stationed at Davis-Monthan Air
Force Base was killed in a motorcycle accident in AZ.
Ross' Guestbook Sponsored by Legacy.com & Dayton News
SSGT Parsons was 29 and stationed at Davis-Monthan Air
Force Base was killed in a motorcycle accident in AZ.
Ross' Guestbook Sponsored by Legacy.com & Dayton News
SSGT David W. Textor KIA 7/15/2008 Mosul, Iraq
David W. Textor's step-grandfather recalled a young man who was well
suited for facing the dangers of war. "David was almost fearless. As just a
little tyke, he would jump off roofs," said Charles Lindberg. "He was the
youngest and had five sisters, so he'd escape by jumping off the roof. He
must have been about 8 at the time, and he never hurt himself." Textor, 27,
of Roanoke, Va., died July 15 during an enemy attack in Mosul. He was a
1998 high school graduate and was assigned to Fort Lewis. He became a
Green Beret in 2006, four years after enlisting. When his tour ended in Iraq,
he intended to come home and spend time with his five children, who range
in age from 2 to 14. He wanted to get back into coaching youth soccer and
spoke of re-enlisting. Visiting parks, camping out and riding bicycles were
other family activities he enjoyed. He was a three-times-a-day weight lifter
and a fearless motorcycle rider. In high school, he participated in football,
wrestling and track. He is survived by his mom, Jennie, siblings & wife,
Colette, and their children: Caleb, McKenna, Ryan, Boden and Jadon.
David is a true hero who gave his life for all of us. We will never forget you
David. I miss you each day love mom
David's Legacy.com page
David W. Textor's step-grandfather recalled a young man who was well
suited for facing the dangers of war. "David was almost fearless. As just a
little tyke, he would jump off roofs," said Charles Lindberg. "He was the
youngest and had five sisters, so he'd escape by jumping off the roof. He
must have been about 8 at the time, and he never hurt himself." Textor, 27,
of Roanoke, Va., died July 15 during an enemy attack in Mosul. He was a
1998 high school graduate and was assigned to Fort Lewis. He became a
Green Beret in 2006, four years after enlisting. When his tour ended in Iraq,
he intended to come home and spend time with his five children, who range
in age from 2 to 14. He wanted to get back into coaching youth soccer and
spoke of re-enlisting. Visiting parks, camping out and riding bicycles were
other family activities he enjoyed. He was a three-times-a-day weight lifter
and a fearless motorcycle rider. In high school, he participated in football,
wrestling and track. He is survived by his mom, Jennie, siblings & wife,
Colette, and their children: Caleb, McKenna, Ryan, Boden and Jadon.
David is a true hero who gave his life for all of us. We will never forget you
David. I miss you each day love mom
David's Legacy.com page
Candace Lynn Triplett Robischeau, age 37, passed on to her heavenly home
on June 9, 2008 at the Jacksonville Naval Hospital in Florida. Candy was born
December 12, 1970 in Huntington, WV to the late Ben E. Triplett, Jr. and Sharon
Triplett Lore.
Candy graduated from Seneca High School in 1989 and enlisted in the U.S. Navy
that same year. She was a Candy Striper while in high school and greatly enjoyed
working with all people. Candy had recently attained the rank of S.R. Chief Petty
Officer at Great Lakes Naval Base. She was actively serving at the time of her
death on the U.S.S. Sullivan.
on June 9, 2008 at the Jacksonville Naval Hospital in Florida. Candy was born
December 12, 1970 in Huntington, WV to the late Ben E. Triplett, Jr. and Sharon
Triplett Lore.
Candy graduated from Seneca High School in 1989 and enlisted in the U.S. Navy
that same year. She was a Candy Striper while in high school and greatly enjoyed
working with all people. Candy had recently attained the rank of S.R. Chief Petty
Officer at Great Lakes Naval Base. She was actively serving at the time of her
death on the U.S.S. Sullivan.
My Dear Brother, A son, an Uncle, a Friend. Lt. Jeffrey R. Scharver USMC Grenada Oct. 25, 1983 Cobra
pilot shot down. He was 25 years old. He is our Hero!
Silver Star
Citation
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as an AH-1T (TOW) Cobra Attack
Helicopter Pilot in Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 261, 22nd Marine Amphibious Unit conducting
combat operations on the Island of Grenada on 25 October 1983. While conducting an armed
reconnaissance mission in support of ground forces, First Lieutenant Scharver’s wingman was hit by
multiple anti-aircraft artillery projectiles and forced down behind enemy lines. With full knowledge of
their vulnerability as a single aircraft without a wingman’s protective cover and with total disregard for
their own safety, First Lieutenant Scharver and his pilot exposed their aircraft to heavy anti-aircraft
artillery fire while engaging enemy ground forces and preventing the certain capture of the helpless and
gravely wounded crew. Requesting assistance from a rescue aircraft and organizing the rescue attempt,
First Lieutenant Scharver and his pilot fearlessly continued to engage the anti-aircraft emplacements
that encircled the zone protecting the more vulnerable rescue aircraft and buying enough time to effect
a successful rescue. Purposely remaining behind until the rescue aircraft could escape the enemy fire,
First Lieutenant Scharver sacrificed his life after a gallant struggle so that others might live. By his
extraordinary courage, uncommon valor, and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of danger, First
Lieutenant Scharver reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service.
pilot shot down. He was 25 years old. He is our Hero!
Silver Star
Citation
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as an AH-1T (TOW) Cobra Attack
Helicopter Pilot in Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 261, 22nd Marine Amphibious Unit conducting
combat operations on the Island of Grenada on 25 October 1983. While conducting an armed
reconnaissance mission in support of ground forces, First Lieutenant Scharver’s wingman was hit by
multiple anti-aircraft artillery projectiles and forced down behind enemy lines. With full knowledge of
their vulnerability as a single aircraft without a wingman’s protective cover and with total disregard for
their own safety, First Lieutenant Scharver and his pilot exposed their aircraft to heavy anti-aircraft
artillery fire while engaging enemy ground forces and preventing the certain capture of the helpless and
gravely wounded crew. Requesting assistance from a rescue aircraft and organizing the rescue attempt,
First Lieutenant Scharver and his pilot fearlessly continued to engage the anti-aircraft emplacements
that encircled the zone protecting the more vulnerable rescue aircraft and buying enough time to effect
a successful rescue. Purposely remaining behind until the rescue aircraft could escape the enemy fire,
First Lieutenant Scharver sacrificed his life after a gallant struggle so that others might live. By his
extraordinary courage, uncommon valor, and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of danger, First
Lieutenant Scharver reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine
Corps and the United States Naval Service.
Sgt. 1st Class Daniel J. Pratt is shown with wife, Linda, in June. He died Nov. 3, 2005 of a heart attack in Iraq.
Linda Pratt received a gift Friday afternoon that temporarily brought sunshine into one of the darkest moments of her life.
The soap and candles from her husband, Sgt. 1st Class Daniel J. Pratt, arrived the day after his fatal heart attack in Nasiriyah, Iraq.
A member of the Army National Guard, Pratt sent the package to his wife to mark their 20th wedding anniversary.
The gift, along with a bouquet of flowers she received the next day, reminded Linda Pratt why she married the 1976 Williamstown High School graduate.
Pratt died Nov. 3, the 17th person with ties to the tri-county area to die while serving in Iraq. He was a member of the 211th Maintenance Company out of Newark, Ohio. His unit
was responsible for maintaining vehicles used by the National Guard.
"He has a kind and good soul," said Linda Pratt, who lived with her husband and their two children in Austintown, Ohio. "He loved his family. He just had a zest for life."
Lorraine Boyer, one of Daniel Pratt's siblings, said she wasn't surprised when she heard he had sent anniversary gifts from Iraq.
"He had a heart of gold. He was an exceptional human being," said Boyer, 45, of Williamstown. "Everybody he came in contact with, he just touched their lives."
Pratt, 48, was born in Camden and raised in Williamstown with his five siblings. At Williamstown High School, he lettered in cross country, and indoor and outdoor track.
"He always had a smile. He was a super, super kid," said James Greczek, his former coach. "He wasn't the best runner but one of the most dedicated."
After high school, Pratt attended junior college in Alabama and then Southeastern Louisiana College. He met Linda in Lake Tahoe and the two were married in Seaside Heights.
Tim Leyden ran cross country with Pratt at Williamstown, roomed with him in college and lives 15 minutes away from him in Ohio.
"He introduced me to my wife. He was godfather to my son," said Leyden, 50. "He was typical South Jersey -- he was outgoing, a good salesman and fun-loving."
Leyden and many of Pratt's family members last saw him in June when he returned home briefly for his son's high school graduation.
"Everything was fine. He was looking forward to getting home but his biggest concern was getting all his people home," Leyden said.
Pratt, a foreman for a truck dealership in Austintown, joined the National Guard 16 years ago. He had been overseas since Dec. 30 and was due to return home for leave on Dec.
9. He received the Meritorious Service Medal on Aug. 31.
"He was a real friendly person. He could talk his way into or out of anything," said Pratt's sister, Donna Thompson of Washington Township.
"He was dedicated. He gave 110 percent to everything he did."
Daniel's Legacy.com page
Linda Pratt received a gift Friday afternoon that temporarily brought sunshine into one of the darkest moments of her life.
The soap and candles from her husband, Sgt. 1st Class Daniel J. Pratt, arrived the day after his fatal heart attack in Nasiriyah, Iraq.
A member of the Army National Guard, Pratt sent the package to his wife to mark their 20th wedding anniversary.
The gift, along with a bouquet of flowers she received the next day, reminded Linda Pratt why she married the 1976 Williamstown High School graduate.
Pratt died Nov. 3, the 17th person with ties to the tri-county area to die while serving in Iraq. He was a member of the 211th Maintenance Company out of Newark, Ohio. His unit
was responsible for maintaining vehicles used by the National Guard.
"He has a kind and good soul," said Linda Pratt, who lived with her husband and their two children in Austintown, Ohio. "He loved his family. He just had a zest for life."
Lorraine Boyer, one of Daniel Pratt's siblings, said she wasn't surprised when she heard he had sent anniversary gifts from Iraq.
"He had a heart of gold. He was an exceptional human being," said Boyer, 45, of Williamstown. "Everybody he came in contact with, he just touched their lives."
Pratt, 48, was born in Camden and raised in Williamstown with his five siblings. At Williamstown High School, he lettered in cross country, and indoor and outdoor track.
"He always had a smile. He was a super, super kid," said James Greczek, his former coach. "He wasn't the best runner but one of the most dedicated."
After high school, Pratt attended junior college in Alabama and then Southeastern Louisiana College. He met Linda in Lake Tahoe and the two were married in Seaside Heights.
Tim Leyden ran cross country with Pratt at Williamstown, roomed with him in college and lives 15 minutes away from him in Ohio.
"He introduced me to my wife. He was godfather to my son," said Leyden, 50. "He was typical South Jersey -- he was outgoing, a good salesman and fun-loving."
Leyden and many of Pratt's family members last saw him in June when he returned home briefly for his son's high school graduation.
"Everything was fine. He was looking forward to getting home but his biggest concern was getting all his people home," Leyden said.
Pratt, a foreman for a truck dealership in Austintown, joined the National Guard 16 years ago. He had been overseas since Dec. 30 and was due to return home for leave on Dec.
9. He received the Meritorious Service Medal on Aug. 31.
"He was a real friendly person. He could talk his way into or out of anything," said Pratt's sister, Donna Thompson of Washington Township.
"He was dedicated. He gave 110 percent to everything he did."
Daniel's Legacy.com page
