Cantonment Sailor On USS Harry S. Truman Wishing Family A Merry Christmas

December 21, 2021

A Cantonment native serving in the United States Navy will celebrate the holidays with his fellow sailors aboard USS Harry S. Truman.

“To me, the holidays mean spending time with the family, getting all the lost time missed during the year,” said Logistics Specialist Kristopher Haley. “One of the most memorable holidays of mine was spending New Year’s Eve at Disney World crammed in the main area like sardines watching the fireworks go off with all 30 other members in my family.”

Haley wants family back home to know they are missed this holiday season.

“Wish I could be home for the holidays,” said Haley. “Miss you everyday and hope you have a great Christmas and start to the new year.”

Haley has a special message for one family member.

“I would like to tell my brother Kody to stay safe out there on the streets patrolling Pensacola, and that I hope you have a great holiday with family.”

As a member of the U.S. Navy, Haley, as well as other sailors, know they are a part of a tradition providing unforgettable experiences through leadership development, world affairs and humanitarian assistance.

“Serving in the Navy means everything to me,” added Haley. “From our sacrifice of being away from our families during the holidays to missing special events, it is is worth it to protect the ones we love. I’m having experiences that I will tell stories about for years to come.”

Photo courtesy U.S. Navy for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

Comments

17 Responses to “Cantonment Sailor On USS Harry S. Truman Wishing Family A Merry Christmas”

  1. Theresa on December 24th, 2021 10:46 am

    Thank You Mr. Haley! Thank you for loving our country and the sacrifices you make to do so! You are our hometown hero and we appreciate you and will be thinking of you this Christmas!

  2. David Shenning on December 23rd, 2021 9:35 am

    Kristopher,
    Your Brandon friends are proud of you. You are in our prayers and we hope that you have a fantastic Christmas. Thank you for your service!
    David Shenning

  3. Uncle Alan & Aunt Anita on December 23rd, 2021 12:57 am

    Christopher, wishing you and all of you serving our country a Merry Christmas! Our prayers, love and throughs are with you all.

  4. Keri Fogle on December 22nd, 2021 2:47 pm

    Thank you to everyone who responded. It means a lot since Kristopher will certainly be missed this Christmas and that others understand the sacrifice. As a mom of one sailor and one former Marine now Escambia Co. Deputy, I’m so proud of my boys and know their dad is definitely beaming in heaven. Fair Winds and Following Seas, my son! ❤️

  5. Anthony lazzara on December 22nd, 2021 8:44 am

    Merry Christmas to all those aboard the USS Harry Truman!! We are proud of all of and extremely grateful for your service!!!!

  6. Tammie Lazzara on December 21st, 2021 10:03 pm

    Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!! Thank you for your service. Especially to my son Trevor Lazzara!!! Hooyah!!

  7. Beegee on December 21st, 2021 1:38 pm

    Bill T……agree

  8. Beegee on December 21st, 2021 1:36 pm

    How sweet this is!!! Thank you sir,for your service to help keep America safe!!!! Merry Christmas

  9. Tammie Lazzara on December 21st, 2021 12:37 pm

    Want to wish my son LSSA Trevor Lazzara serving on USS Harry S Truman a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all if you’d family. We miss you and we love you very much. Thank you ALL for your service and keeping us safe and protected. HOOYAH!!!

  10. Susie on December 21st, 2021 12:15 pm

    Thank you so much for your service, Kris! I hope you are soon reunited with your family. God bless you and Merry Christmas.

  11. Bill T on December 21st, 2021 12:08 pm

    God bless you soldier!!!! You are what America

  12. Bill T on December 21st, 2021 9:58 am

    You are a prime example of a American

  13. Grady Smith on December 21st, 2021 9:03 am

    Thank you for your service Chris; Merry Christmas.

  14. Unknown on December 21st, 2021 8:19 am

    Happy holidays sailor, thank you for your sacrifice to this community and country.
    even tho you won’t be here for the holidays, this community will have you deep in their hearts remembering the sacrifice you are currently making for this country

  15. Retired HT1 on December 21st, 2021 8:01 am

    HOOYAA Shipmate! Even though you are away from family this holiday season you will be with shipmates there. Some of those folks will go on to be life long friends who you will have many fond memories with. I spent quite a few holidays, birthdays, graduations, etc away from mine so I know what your going thorough. Please know that you all are NOT forgotten around my house. Thank you all for stepping up and being on the “tip of the spear”! Be safe and god speed!
    Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year
    HT1/USN/RET sends

  16. Me... on December 21st, 2021 7:32 am

    Sweet! Happy Holidays to you and your family, sir!
    THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!

  17. Cheryl Barlow Hicks on December 21st, 2021 4:06 am

    Mr. Haley,
    Thank you Sir for your love of our Country and for the protection you and your fellow Servicemembers are providing for ALL of us here in the USA