On January 22, 2011, hundreds came out to pay respects to a local fallen hero, who was one of three victims in an attack on US troops. The attendance was high, not just because he had touched that many lives, but support was generated for him in hopes to counteract the alleged advent of the infamous Westboro Baptist Church.

In the end, it was great to see so many come out in support for the family, some of which, like myself, have never even met him, but hearing everyone's stories and testaments to his legacy can prove to be inspirational to all who can respect him as a human, a soldier, and a warrior. Rest in peace, sir. Wherever you are, you deserve it.