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Local Soldier Killed In Afghanistan
June 13, 2013
The Department of Defense has announced the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Staff Sgt. Jesse L. Thomas Jr., 31, of Pensacola, died June 10, in Helmand, Afghanistan. The incident is under investigation.
He was assigned to the 39th Transportation Battalion, 16th Sustainment Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, Kleber Kaserne, Germany.
More details will be posted as they become available.
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16 Responses to “Local Soldier Killed In Afghanistan”
Thinking about you today buddy. We worked very well side-by-side in 66TC, Raise Up!! We ran the best S-1 and S-3 shop. Never forgotten brother. ❤️
SSG Thomas it was a pleasure meeting you and knowing you. I will keep your family lifted in pray, thank you for your service and RIP.
To the family of Staff Sgt. Jesse L. Thomas Jr. I wish to give my deepest condolences and to Staff Sgt. Jesse L. Thomas Jr. Thank You sir for your service to our great country you have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Had the honor of working with him while in korea truely a good friend and outstanding soldier who made a difference you will be greatly missed…
Land of the free because of the Brave.
Our sincere condolences to the family of Staff Sgt. Jesse L. Thomas Jr.
And I say unto you my friends, Be not afraid of them that kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do. Luke 12:4 (KJV)
RIP Staff Sgt. Jesse L. Thomas Jr.
Prayers to the family.
Thank you Sgt. Thomas for all service. Rest in peace. Prayers to his family. Please take some comfort in knowing Sgt. Thomas what a wonderful, awesome man. And I thank you and him for letting my family and friends have freedom. Thank you again.
God Bless you Staff Sgt. Thomas and your family. Thank you for your service to our Country. You paid the ultimate sacrifice and we are forever grateful.
Rest in Peace Sgt Thomas.. You have made the ultimate sacrifice for your country.. May God bless your family and friends during their time of sadness and grief.. I am grateful that there are young men who are willing to put it all on the line for their country.. At the same time, it is so tragic that so many have to pay the ultimate price.. I also grieve, and hope this war will end soon..
Prayers going out to this family.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice Staff Sgt. Thomas to our country and for keeping us FREE!
Matthew 25:23 His lord said to him, Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things: enter you into the joy of your lord.
As the Mother of a soldier my heart and prayers go to the family of Staff Sgt. Jesse L. Thomas Jr.,
From my family to Staff Sgt. Jesse L. Thomas Jr. well done! Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
Our deepest condolences from one Army family to another. May God bring you comfort in your grief and loss.
The Hays Family
Escambia County, FL
SSG Thomas will be missed dearly..he was a GERAT leader!
My prayers and condolences for Sergeant Thomas’s family.
President Obama remember your promise to us sir, Aug 31 2010.
What does you Presidency, your efforts mean, if history proves it all to be a fools errand and voters such as myself, a fool for giving you our vote of confidence?
No more limited war, total victory or total defeat, total war!
My heartfelt condolences to the family…… prayers and gratefulness for the sacrifice made by all.