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DEL.ICIO.USThree soldiers from 48th die in accident
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Three soldiers from the 48th Brigade Combat Team died in Iraq Monday when the vehicle in which they were riding drove into a canal, military officials said Tuesday.
The three, all from a Douglasville-based detachment of the 1st Battalion, 108th Armor Regiment, were part of a convoy conducting a night mission at the time of the accident, which occurred at 3:45 a.m. Monday.
Sgt. Thomas Strickland
The soldiers were identified as Sgt. Thomas Strickland, 27, of Fairplay, and Spc. Joshua Dingler, 19, of Hiram and Spc. Paul Saylor of Bremen.
Their deaths bring to 15 the number of 48th Brigade soldiers who have died since the unit arrived in Iraq in early June, 11 in combat incidents and four in vehicle accidents. Another 48th soldier died in a vehicle accident in Kuwait in May.
Strickland is the first Douglas County resident to die in combat since Vietnam, said county spokesman Wes Tallon.
“We had a huge send-off for our Army National Guard unit in January,” Tallon said. “The whole community is very tight-knit and you know this is something we hoped would never happen.”
Sgt. Joe Brown of Dallas, who is at home recuperating from wounds suffered in Iraq, said Dingler was a driver in his platoon.
“He was like a son to me. In fact, he called me ‘dad,’” Brown said.
Of the three soldiers, Brown said: “They were great soldiers and some of the best men that I’ve had the privilege of knowing. I am a better person because of having known them.”
Dingler’s mother was about to take over as president of the unit’s family readiness group, said Aurora English, the group’s former president.
“His family is like gold to us,” English said of Dingler. “He wanted to be a soldier since he was young. He was in ROTC. That’s all he ever wanted to do.”
English’s husband, Sgt. Ken English, is with the unit in Iraq. She talked to him by telephone this morning.
“He wanted to make sure we didn’t forget they were heroes,” she said.
Families wrote the names of their soldiers on yellow ribbons and hung them in the National Guard armory in Douglasville. The soldiers are supposed to take the ribbons down when they return from Iraq.
Aurora English and another spouse talked Tuesday about placing a black stripe on the ribbons for the three deceased soldiers.
“We’re all kind of in shock,” she said.
Aurora English and a several 108th rear detachment soldiers hovered around a computer screen in the armory Tuesday morning, peering at digital photos of their friends in Iraq.
First Lt. Jeff Morgan stayed home from Iraq because of a family emergency. As he glanced at the photos, he talked about wanting to join his buddies, particularly now that they have lost three of their own.
“I want to be back with my men. I trained with these guys for years,” said Morgan, the rear detachment commander for the 108th’s headquarters company. “I have a big hole in my heart because I can’t be with them.”
Staff writers Saeed Ahmed and Anna Varela and photo editor Celine Bufkin contributed to this article.
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By Jessica
August 16, 2005 03:03 PM | Link to this
To the Soldiers of the 48th- I am always praying for you and your safe return back home. It is heart-breaking that these awful things keep happening to the brigade, but stay strong and keep on truckin’! Paul Mayes I can’t wait to see you! Enjoy your two weeks home!
By Dot Calhoun
August 16, 2005 03:29 PM | Link to this
Our families deepest sympathy to the families of these wonderful young men. We will keep them and you all in our prayers. They gave their all for the betterment of their fellow man. They will be at the right hand of God for all eternity watching over us with the rest of their fellow heros.
By Jeannie
August 16, 2005 03:35 PM | Link to this
This story brought so many tears to my eyes.. I knew these men and two of them, my daughter loved so very much..Joshua Dingler always had a smile on his face and did so much to be there for others..Paul Saylor was also so funny.. He loved to take pictures of the guys while at Ft.Stewart and made a video.. Spc. Chad Carter turned all these into little shows that I shared with other family members back in March at a family Support meeting.. Karen—I will be praying for you all and if you need anything you have my cell number.. I love you and I thank you so much for being there for me when I needed someone to talk to.. I know Paul was enaged to a very special girl that made him so happy and I hope you will always know that about him.. Today I have spent most of my day looking at the pictures and things I have that Spc. Chad Carter gave to me and I am just in so much shock. But they are now home…We are thinking of each and every one of you all…..Please e-mail or call if you need anything—We are here for you… To All The Scouts—- We Love You and We are Hurting With You All…To the Ones that Know my Daughter—well you all know what you mean to her..PLease Come Home Soon…. Please Come Home Soon….. Jeannie
By jim.kirchner
August 16, 2005 03:51 PM | Link to this
There are no words; only prayers in my heart.
Sgt. K Walter Reed
By Amos
August 16, 2005 03:53 PM | Link to this
While our men die….Bush vacations
Wake up America!
By Darnisha
August 16, 2005 03:54 PM | Link to this
These poor men. Poor 48th, I will forever feel sorry for your unit, you have lost more in three weeks than some have ever lost. My prayers go out to your families.
By John L .Sanders
August 16, 2005 04:21 PM | Link to this
Our Sympathies go out to the Strickland Family. From the Sanders Family in Douglasville Ga
By Melvin
August 16, 2005 04:38 PM | Link to this
To the families of all our fallen troups. I want you all to know that I share your tears.I Only wish that all of this war were over. Your losses are our countries losses. Our children can’t be replaced. We need to withdraw our troups from this war & bring our sons, daughters, husbands & wives home.Peace be unto you and all those you love.
By Chad A Vicknair
August 16, 2005 04:55 PM | Link to this
This comment is to AMOS. What are you doing while these men serve so you can speak your peace. Have you ever worn the patch on your soilder and put it on the line for your freedom or do you just talk about it. I HAVE And I am proud of this country for its stand and I am proud of all the men for there duty. YOU would not understand that. C.vicknair 1-16 1st infantry 2nd bde. 92’
By Autumn Byce
August 16, 2005 04:56 PM | Link to this
May God comfort and bless these families. My heart is heavy with grief for these families and our soldiers who are still over there greiving the loss of their brothers. I share in the shock of this incident and have shed many tears for these young men over the last 2 days. My husband is serving with the 48th BDE Scout Platoon out of Douglasville and has always spoken highly of these young men. They deserve much praise and honor for their sacrifice for this country. I take great pride in having gotten to know Spc. Saylor, he was an outstanding young man whom I will always remember for the constant smile on his face. May God bless these families, our troops still serving and those of us who sit at home and wait for their return. We are able to live in the land of the free because of the brave young men and women like these who serve in our military.
By Deena
August 16, 2005 05:00 PM | Link to this
To our soldiers in the 48th, we are praying for you daily. Deepest sympathy is extended to the Dingler family and the others that have lost loved ones. There are no words that will ease your pain, but I know that Joshua is HOME now and I know that you will lean on the Father for your strength. You are in my constant thoughts and prayers! Love from me to you! Deena B.
By Rosie
August 16, 2005 05:07 PM | Link to this
My prayers go out to the Strickland family, the Saylor family, and the Dingler family. It’s an awful thing ot happen. Our ROTC repected your familys today. My dad is from the Douglasville Armory and is now over there with the 48th. It’s a pretty scary thing knowing he could be next. But i have no idea how it feels to have someone that is next. I pray for all of you. Your sons and family members our Hero’s. God Bless You
By LTC (Retired) Randy Postell
August 16, 2005 05:35 PM | Link to this
As a recent retiree and a previous Battalion Commander in the 48th BCT, it pains me to see these soldiers die. Our prayers are with their families. The soldiers of the 48th BCT are all great soldiers. They are doing exactly what they have trained so long to do and I truel believe the cause is just. God bless all the families of the BCT and especially those who have lost loved ones.
By Rachel Andrews
August 16, 2005 05:43 PM | Link to this
In this time of sorrow, my heart is with the members of the 48th and their families. As a friend and classmate of Paul Saylor, he will be missed. He always had a kind heart and a great smile through the good times and the bad. My thoughts and prayers are with the Saylor family as they grieve because of this tremendous loss. Words cannot express the pain I feel for the loss of a friend. To the 48th, you are in the thoughts and prayers of everyone back home. Come home soon…
Senior Airman Rachel Andrews 94th AES
By Judy
August 16, 2005 05:47 PM | Link to this
No parent ever expects to out-live a child. My heart breaks for the families of these brave soldiers, and for their brothers left behind. There are just no words that can heal their broken hearts at this time. We must all step up and make sure that the rest of the 1/108th AR, and all of the soldiers in harm’s way, know that we support them in every way and pray for their safe return. Whether you agree with the reasons they are there or not, this is the time for support and encouragement. Agendas can be addressed another day. Stay strong, soldiers. Love, Mom
By Kim
August 16, 2005 05:47 PM | Link to this
*In regards to the post by “Amos”….. Once again I can not believe that some one would come on here and post such JUNK. I truly thought this was for families and friends of the soldiers. You bring dishonor to all of these men and women ,not to mention disrespecting these poor families who have lost there dear loved ones, by spouting things like that. You need to go somewhere else and vent your political anger toward the President. * As for myself , I wish to express my deepest sympathy for all of you who lost some one. May God wrap His loving arms around each of you and heal your broken hearts. You are al in my prayers and thoughts. Remember, none of this is in vain, they were each one a HERO!! With Love, Kim
By Mobley T. Hope
August 16, 2005 05:54 PM | Link to this
Thomas was one of the nicest guys. I have so many fond memories of him from middle and high school years. My sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with his family.
By Chris
August 16, 2005 06:13 PM | Link to this
I am at a loss for words. Thomas and I grew up together. We always had much respect for each other. We’ve worked together, laughed together, and prayed together. I will thank God each day I knew Thomas as a friend, a person, and now a hero.
By Range Family, Douglasville, GA
August 16, 2005 06:18 PM | Link to this
Our prayers and thoughts are with the families of the 1st Battalion, 108th Armor Regiment. Our daughters went to school with Sgt. Thomas Strickland and thought a lot of him. Sgt. Strickland is our hero, as the rest of the soliders who have served and is serving in the the arm forces defending our Nation. May God Bless them and keep them safe and in his grace.
By Natalie
August 16, 2005 06:28 PM | Link to this
I am so deeply hurt, as I write this my eyes are flooded with tears, beacuse of the fact that I know the three guys that died in that accident. I am currently deployed with the 108th Armor over there in Iraq and I just left for R & R. I wish I could say my fair well to SGT Strickland, SPC Saylor and SPC Dingler. I feel all of the families pain because of the fact that they were like family to me. YOU GUYS WILL BE MISS. Love always, God Bless you and your families. SPC TAYLOR
By Penny
August 16, 2005 06:42 PM | Link to this
To the Strickland, Dingler, and Saylor families, my thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
My heart breaks for all of you as it does for the “brothers” that they left behind.
Please know that we love and support each of you.
By Tammy
August 16, 2005 07:22 PM | Link to this
My prayers and smypathy go out to the families of these heros and to the 108th. It is very upseting to read slurs on our President and ignorant remarks about this war from some of your readers. But this is America, and that is one of the rights that these brave young men died to protect. They also died protecting all of us here at home from the terror that has befallen the people of Iraq, Isreal, England, Spain, ect.. And may I remind the people who almost four years ago boasted “We Will Never Forget” bumper stickers, that maybe you have forgotten. Maybe you have forgotten that our President has just a little more information and knowledge about what is going on than you do. Maybe you have forgotten or haven’t noticed that some of us feel our country’s safety and freedom as well as our respnsibilities to the rest of the world are worth sacrificing and dying for. “FREEDOM ISN’T FREE” is more than just a catchy slogan for a nation at war - It is a reality!!! I would suggest that you put your energies to better use, like supporting our troops, supporting our President, be thankful you have a military that believe you are worth fighting for and if necessary, worth dying for. I say this as the wife and mother of two soldiers now in Iraq, my husband and daughter. It is my daughter’s second tour there. She already knows after a short stateside tour that she is going to Afghanistan. She is an MP, a touret gunner on convoys. My Husband is Infantry. I could loose them both. That is a reality. I am so proud of both of them, and their decision to serve their county. Most of all I am humbled and thankful that they would overlook almost half of a nation who has grown apathetic, and wants something for nothing. They still think it’s worth the sacrifice. We all need to live up to what they believe is worth fighting for. GOD BLESS OUR SOLDIERS, LORD, MAKE US WORTHY AS A NATION TO DESERVE THEIR SACRIFICE. AMEN.
tammy saperstein
By Dianne
August 16, 2005 07:45 PM | Link to this
Soldiers’ Angels wishes to express their condolences and complete support to these heroes’ families, and their comrades of the 108th. You are ALL HEROES!
By Angelica Starnes
August 16, 2005 08:15 PM | Link to this
I do not even know where to start. My heart goes out to all the family members who lost a loved one and to all our soldiers who lost a friend, a brother, and what my husband sometimes calls the guys a “cool cat”. I can’t even think of the right words to say. I am deeply sorry and I will continue to pray each and every night for all. We love you 48th. Stay Strong.
By Jill
August 16, 2005 08:18 PM | Link to this
All of us at Borders Store #376 will remember fellow employee Tom Strickland as the gentle, intelligent, funny guy who never had a harsh word for anyone. He loved good books and valued education and friendship. We can be sure he’s up there having great conversations with Twain, Dickens, Austen, and even Lewis Grizzard.
By Jenny
August 16, 2005 09:02 PM | Link to this
I had the priviledge of talking to many spouses of 108th soldiers this weekend at the Family Readiness Conference in Atlanta. Our family extends our deepest sympathy to these three families. Please know that you are in our prayers and in our hearts.
By Cauthen, E
August 16, 2005 09:24 PM | Link to this
freedom isnt free and most will never know the sacrifice that must be paid to keep it that way. I was in JROTC with Dingler for 2 years and knew him when he enlisted to the military. As a friend I can say that he was certain of his decision, and that most of us will be following in his footsteps. We all have become greater for knowing such heroes and can only pray to live up to their expectations. You never think that it could happen to someone you know. I am still enlisting into Pararescue and I can only hope that Dingler and the other 2 soldiers be able to guide me and keep me safe. Freedom isnt free, it is payed for with blood. GOD bless our troops and support them.
By Robert Hastings
August 16, 2005 10:02 PM | Link to this
We must all remember to pray daily for our soilders. Before my son went to Iraq, I only prayed ocasionally for our soilders. But now I have learned they need our support every day. My prayers go out to the families of all our fallen soilders.
By Leslie
August 16, 2005 10:07 PM | Link to this
To each family, I am so sorry for your losses. Just know that each of these young men our HEROES in our hearts. Your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
By Nicole
August 16, 2005 10:18 PM | Link to this
Joshua Dingler was not only a great solider but an awesome teacher. He was my Batallion Commader in East Paulding High School’s Army JROTC program two years ago. He taught me so much about military bering and what it meant to be a great cadet and a citizen of the United States. He wouldnt let anyone fall behind, or loose out on fun. He was funny, talented, and skillful at everything he did. Now he is gone I would like to send my condolences to his mother Mrs. Dingler the Rotc mom, his father an insperation to all, his little brother samuel who will have big shoes to fill, and the family of his girlfriend Katelyn may God Bless you and take care of you.
By Jonathan Newman
August 16, 2005 10:38 PM | Link to this
Tommy, Karen, and Samuel Dingler, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the other soldiers families. I always looked up to Josh in JROTC. I am comforted knowing I WILL see him again one day in a better place.
~J. Newman
May God Bless the troops and the USA
By Sgt. Joseph Brown
August 16, 2005 10:50 PM | Link to this
Dear Amos, To the coward who uses a phoney e-mail address to air his political grevence. I am always at a loss for words when people like yourself try to turn these tragedies into a forum to air your political views. These men are a personal loss to me. I am home recovering from an IED attack but Joshua was my driver while I was in Iraq, Tom was my confidont and peer, and Paul was an inspiration in all that he did and touched. Thanks to their desire to carrie on the efforts of so many heros before them, for the efforts of the people that these men idolized you dear Amos have every right to speak your mind.
Sgt. Joseph Brown
Scout Platoon, 1/108th Armor, 48 Brigade Combat Team
By harris
August 16, 2005 10:57 PM | Link to this
I knew Josh went to c=school with him for seven years and was in ROTC with him. he was as good a soldier as anyone could hope for you will forever be loved and remembered by those who knew you and we will always miss you but you died doing what you love. I will forever miss you. For All Those Who Serve Keep Fighting The Good Fight
By Marilyn
August 16, 2005 11:01 PM | Link to this
My heart is heavy tonite, as I think about my son who just left headed back to Iraq after his R&R. I didn’t know personally the brave young men who were killed, but I know they were brave young men. My prayers go out to all the families and loved ones, and I pray that God wil keep the rest of the 48th safe and bring them all back home to us. I’m so proud of all of them!!!
Marilyn
By Jan Cain
August 16, 2005 11:11 PM | Link to this
As a teacher in Bremen, I had the privilege of teaching Paul Saylor. I am proud of how Paul fought for our country, but I am heartbroken at the loss of such a wonderful young man. My prayers are with the Saylor family and the entire 48th.
By Sarah
August 16, 2005 11:13 PM | Link to this
What words can be expressed to mourn the death of such a sweet friend? Paul was such a wonderful friend to everyone and will be missed greatly. All of my love and prayers go out to Paul’s family.
By CPT Smith
August 16, 2005 11:26 PM | Link to this
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Having led this group of soldiers before, I know that they are giving it 100% always. Gentlemen, finish it. SCOUTS OUT.
By carol cole
August 16, 2005 11:39 PM | Link to this
my heart goes out to you all. will be praying hard for your families. always remember your loved ones will always be heros!!!!!!!!
By kate
August 16, 2005 11:46 PM | Link to this
I want to let Sgt Stricklands family and Spc Saylors family know that I am so deeply sorry for their losses. I am Spc Dingler’s girlfriend and I know what a deep pain is going through your hearts. I love you all and I thank each of your soldiers for being by my best friends side.
By Captain David Moore
August 17, 2005 04:50 AM | Link to this
Thanks for everyone’s support. It does help the soldiers working through the loss of their comrades to know there are people out there who care. The scouts of TF 1-108th Armor are a tight knit group of men. They are pulling together and continuing their scout mission just as their lost comrades would have wanted. You can all be proud of these men. They, along with many others, are true heroes. I am proud to be their commanding officer.
Regards, CPT David Moore Commander, HHC 1-108th AR
By SGT Doug Farme
August 17, 2005 07:49 AM | Link to this
To the families of the fallen in the 1-108th Armor, I am truly sorry for the loss that has come to you. As a member of Co A 1-108th Armor, I too feel the loss of your loved ones. They will be missed and remembered. I have belonged with the 108th Armor for over 14 years and am proud of what we are doing. God bless you all and God be with you.
By Tonya
August 17, 2005 08:35 AM | Link to this
To the families of these brave men, my heart aches for your loss. I had the honor of knowing SGT Strickland, SPC Saylor and SPC Dingler as my fiancé is currently serving with the 108th AR Scout Platoon. These men will never be forgotten and our soldiers will continue to fight for them daily. Please continue to pray for all of our soldiers that live this war and this loss every day!
By Michael Castagna
August 17, 2005 08:36 AM | Link to this
As a former member of the 108th Armor Battalion my heart goes out to the families of our brave soldiers who sacrificed for our freedom. My prayers are with you daily.
Mike
By Scouts Dad
August 17, 2005 09:02 AM | Link to this
My heart aches at our losses. To all the families of those brave soldiers who have given their lives I offer my deepest sympathy. Also to the families of the others who have been wounded in these attacks but aren’t mentioned in the press, may God bless you and your soldiers and bring speedy recoveries. To the Stokely family, I spoke to Josh early this morning and he said Michael’s scout ‘brothers’ are going to Stryker today to send him home to you with honor. The families in E Troop 108th Cav are here for you. Scouts out!
By SPC Troy Mowery
August 17, 2005 11:16 AM | Link to this
Dingler or (Ding-Ding) as we called him was a great guy, he was always one to joke around and make ya feel better when you were down. Strck & Saylor were also great guys. All three were close friends of mine and although there is no words of true comfort, please know my pryers are with the families and let us all always remember them as heroes…
By Sharon
August 17, 2005 01:45 PM | Link to this
I would like to take a moment to ask everyone to say a prayer for these brave men who lost their lives defending our Country. We are the most blessed Country in the World and we need to appreciate exactly what our soldiers are doing for us. So many times we forget how many lives have been lost to keep keep America free. God Bless All of the Familes and the BRAVE MEN & WOMEN proudly serving in our Military. I am behind you all and THANK YOU for standing up for our FREEDOM. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!
By Melissa Floyd
August 17, 2005 04:51 PM | Link to this
My husband is Thomas Stricklands 1st cousin, his mom Patty is my husbands Aunt, we are all so devasated with the loss of Thomas, he is a great man, who loved his family, his country and god. I remember having my last conversation with him when we were at a family /going away dinner for him and we talked about him going over and also about a friend, Billy Harp, who is also in the 48th, 108 division that was joining him. He loved our daughter as well, He would always play with her when he came to visit. Thank you all for your kind words, we know he is in a better place, watching over us, he is truely a HERO and our ANGEL.
WE LOVE YOU THOMAS
By Amanda Lee
August 17, 2005 07:10 PM | Link to this
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Stockley family. Mike was a great guy who always had a smile on his face. My sympathys are with all of you. Its devastating news to the whole community. He will never be forgotten.
By Mary Wilson
August 17, 2005 09:29 PM | Link to this
My heart goes out to each of the families of this war. I pray each day the war will end and all of our men can come home. Paul Saylor was a wonderful young man. He loved his family greatly. Paul will be missed by many. Only God knows the outcome of our world. Each of our men that have passed on will become someone gurdian angel. Everytime you feel the wind in your hair or you feel a tingle feelin,just remember this could be one of our soliders guarding us. My son-in-law just left to go back to Iraq. His five year son say “My dad is over there fighting the bad guys” He is right our men are fighting in order for us to have freedom. I say we all wear a yellow ribbon each day until they all come home. There should not be a day go by that we pray for our men. Paul Saylor I will wear my ribbon for you because you are home now.
By Carol Murphy
August 17, 2005 11:29 PM | Link to this
My sincere heartfelt condolences go out to the Strickland, Dingler, and Saylor families in their time of loss. All of these fine young men gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country. I had the honor and privilege of being one of Paul Saylor’s teachers when he was a student at Bremen High School. Spc Paul Saylor was truly a wonderful young man. He was an all around good student who excelled in everything he did. He loved theatre, and I can still see him in my mind as Danny Zuko in Grease. He had an infectious smile and he was loved by all who knew him. I am not surprised by all the comments about him I have seen by people who have known him since. He was an inspiration to all whose lives he touched. All of these young men will be greatly missed, and their memories will live on. I send my love to Jamie and Patti Saylor and to Paul’s brother, Jamie. Please know that all of us at Bremen High School hold you in our hearts and prayers. May God be with you. Paul will never be forgotten.
By smurf`
August 18, 2005 05:40 AM | Link to this
As one of the scouts on the mission that night i dont have alot to say.Execpt that all three of them will be truely missed. Each one brought a special contribution to the platoon. Josh was a good friend as was Strick and Saylor. My prayers are with the family of all three.
By An Army Mom
August 18, 2005 10:34 AM | Link to this
May Sgt Strickland, Spc Dingler, Spc Saylor, and all of our fallen heroes who have died to keep the rest of us free — hear from the One who died to free our souls, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” We should all be humbled by their desire to serve and sacrifice. My thoughts and prayers are with the families and buddies of these brave heroes.
By Candice
August 18, 2005 01:38 PM | Link to this
I am personally thankful and grateful for the sacrifice of each solider in Iraq. To all the families of our soldiers I am thankful as well. I pray for the safety and return of all our soldiers and may God be with you all. My heart especially goes out to Ron and Patty Strickland for the loss of their son, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
By SSgt Daniel Arthur, USMC
August 21, 2005 04:19 PM | Link to this
God bless all of the families, most especially the Stricklands. Thomas was my best friend, and he, Jason Thompson, and me were like brothers as kids. I hadn’t heard from him since my wedding, as we were usually on opposite sides of the Earth for one reason or another, but not a week goes by that I don’t think of him. I love you Thomas, and I will see you again friend.
By Tom Morris
August 23, 2005 04:01 PM | Link to this
Godspeed Josh. You will always be a hero.
By Kallendra Saunders
August 24, 2005 12:10 PM | Link to this
My prayers go out deeply too all the families. Paul Saylor and I were members of the class of 2002 from Bremen High School. He came to Bremen in 6th grade and our friendship grew ever since the first day I met him. He was always the one guy who kept a smile not only on his face, but made certain that he made everyone around him smile also! Jamie, Patti, Jamie-it was a pleasure to get to know you guys as a VERY caring family throughout the football years as I cheered! I love you all! Paul will always be a close friend of mine in my heart and will never be forgotten!
By Andrea Hayes
August 25, 2005 01:00 AM | Link to this
On behalf of the 10th Mtn. Div. here at Fort Polk, LA., well wishes to the families of these fallen soldiers- My hometown heroes.
By miranda
August 26, 2005 05:55 PM | Link to this
i didnt know josh dingler but he was in my schools ROTC every one says he was and awesome person and was going to go far in life…well he did! he fought hard and won the hero slogan! he is hiram G.A.’s HERO FOR EVER! we love you Josh Dingler and peace with the family God will pull you through! Love Paulding County