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iHonor GWOT (Global War on Terror) Fallen: U.S. Army Specialist Jesse Wayne Dietrich of Gustine, TX
Army Specialist (SPC) Jesse Dietrich, 20, served as part of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) with 2nd Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division out of Fort Drum, NY KIA August 25, 2011, from enemy small-arms fire when insurgents ambushed his unit in Senjaray, Kandahar province, Afghanistan We honor and thank US Army Specialist Dietrich for defending our freedoms and fighting to liberate the lives of others
Jesse Wayne Dietrich Born October 21, 1990 in Texas As a youth, raised by his Aunt at the Diamond J Youth Ranch near Gustine, TX Attended schools at Mansfield ISD until senior of high school Known by teachers as avid reader and accomplished writer Moved to Venus, HS for final semester before graduation 2009 Graduate of Venus HS Enlisted in US Army as infantryman Stationed at Fort Drum, NY Unit (2-87 Infantry of 10th Mtn Division) deployed to Afghanistan KIA during Taliban ambush Survived by son, Kevin Wayne, father, mother, and Aunt Neta and Uncle Rex
Inspirational Quotes about Jesse Dietrich
“I am saddened at the loss of such a remarkable young man. I had the privilege of having Jesse as a student in my junior English class. He seemed mature beyond his years. Due to his voracious reading, he always had something intelligent to contribute to class discussions. He talked to me about different books he had read and his insights were always interesting. He is one of those students who comes along that makes you glad you became a teacher. He always talked about the service and how he couldn't wait to go serve his country. How very lucky we all are to have special young men like Jesse who are willing to risk everything, even their very lives so that we can enjoy our freedom. I am so glad to have known Jesse and to have been his teacher. Our loss is great. My sympathy goes out to his family." -Linda McMinn, Benbrook, TX (Legacy.com)
"I stood holding a flag in your honor today in downtown Mansfield. I was truly honored to be served by your life. Because you gave it all, I will do my best to give my all for others as long as I live. God bless your family young man. You are a true American hero and may you rest in peace while you wait on the rest of us to join you in eternity." -Brady Speers, Mansfield, TX (Legacy.com)
[ Jesse's military decorations per video of his memory box and combat infantry badget below ... TogetherWeServed is missing his Bronze Star Medal ]
Sources for Tribute CLICK HERE to review his tribute at the Military Time's Honor the Fallen site
CLICK HERE to review the Patriot Guard Riders report on his escort and funeral
Special Video Tributes to Jesse [ from the original video production company and from the ESPN broadcast ]
iHonor American Flag dedicated to GWOT Fallen ... US Army Specialist (SPC) Jesse Wayne Dietrich posted and flying at Flag Steward HQ before shipment [zoom-in on pics]
iHonor American Flag : Visitor Comments for SPC Dietrich ... posted here from newest to oldest ...
Jesse, I hope you and your son, Kevin, find this tribute to be fitting of the hero you are. I sincerely appreciate the sacrifice you made for Our Country. Rest in Peace. - from Sean on 5/28/19
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