Posted on: Thursday, June 30, 2005

Navy SEALs from Pearl Harbor were killed this week in a helicopter crash during a rescue mission in the rugged mountains of Afghanistan.

Military officials in Kabul said all 16 people aboard the MH-47 Chinook helicopter died in the Tuesday crash, including eight SEALs assigned to units in Norfolk, Va., and San Diego, which oversees SEALs at Pearl Harbor.

Read condolences below.

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 11:19 am HST]
My heart is heavy today with the absolute shock and sadness that this news brings. Dan, he is one that can not possibly be forgotten. His joy in all that he did, his pride for his country and the way he could serve it. His love for all his family, (the pride he took in all his children!), and his friends, these are things I will always remember. Everyone who knew Dan, their lives are forever changed by knowing him, remembering him. He brought such life to all! What a blast we've had together. Thank you for the wonderful memories, Dan. My whole family loved you! How could they not! You are in my heart forever!
Marcia
Hampton Falls

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 10:58 am HST]
Greater love has no one than this, the he lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 As a retired platoon sergeant, I mourn your lost of your sons as well as,give honorable tribute to the fallen. Mahalo for keeping our country free.
Mark Samson, SFC (retired)
Aiea, Hawaii

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 10:57 am HST]
To those that serve our country and to those that have lost love ones. I want to thank you personally from within for the sacrifices that you all have made. Your bravery and dedication to what our flag represents shall not and will not go unnoticed and/or invain. To all of us here at home, as we celebrate Independence Day this weekend, let's us remember that it's not about picnics, fireworks, etc. It's about freedom and those that have gave all they have to give to insure we endure it forever and for those that want it still, mahalo.
Mike
Waikiki

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 10:25 am HST]
God Bless to all of you. Thank you and your families for sacrificing so much for my family and friends. You will never be forgotten.
j.pasion
honolulu

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 10:17 am HST]
You are all heroes im my book ! I just got back from OIF, and have many memories that I lived to tell... "KEEP CHARGING".
WildCard Mafia
Honolulu

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 10:07 am HST]
I'm a former Army Ranger. My heart goes out to all, My brother is a SEAL stationed at Little Creek Amphibious Base. These men are certainly special and I know there in the skies looking down on all of you. They will be missed but never forgotton.
Timothy meister
San Diego, CA

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 10:01 am HST]
GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS AND THEIR FAMILIES!!!! YOU ALL ARE NOT FORGOTTEN!!!! America owes so much to those who serve in the military and their families. FREEDOM IS NOT FREE!!!! Mike US Navy Veteran USS Nimitz CVN-68 Westpac '93 CVW-9 VF24 Fighting Renegades [Decommissioned] http://www.geocities.com/Pentagon/Quarters/1747
Mike
Springdale,AR

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 9:30 am HST]
My prayers are with the families of these brave Americans. Heaven has 16 new Angels.
CWP
Honolulu, HI

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 9:28 am HST]
We stand before you with our prayers and respect for our Heroes who have been summoned to protect and secure our nation, our world. The great sacrifice you have all given us to be free will never be forgotten. May God give us the strength to emulate your dedication and ultimate sacrifice and that your positive effect onto others will continue to bring peace. My thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with the family, friends and fellow soldiers of all these brave men. May the hand of God bring comfort and healing to you all.
Lisa Tam
Honolulu, Hawaii

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 9:22 am HST]
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. I can't even put into words how much it means, that you do what you do every day for us. May God bring peace to all of the families hearts and minds. May the tears bring comfort and the memories of your loved ones bring smiles and laughter. Today, more than any other day, I am proud to be a sailor and know that I serve with people who are so brave. RIP HM2 K
ALK
Aiea

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 9:18 am HST]
RIP to our fallen military members. God bless their loved ones. Thank you for keeping our country free and for all that you have done.
J. Borja USMC '98-'02
Honolulu

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 8:48 am HST]
As a former U.S. Marine and a Vietnam veteran, each lost of an American soldier in action is a personal one. No matter what one's political views may be, our men and women in uniform who stand in harm's way do so for all of us. The responsibility of being leader of the free world can be an awesome burden which time and again is borne on the shoulders of our military. My sincerest condolences to the ohana of these fallen warriors who have laid the ultimate sacrifice "upon the alter of freedom."
Keaumiki Akui
Kapolei, HI

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 8:47 am HST]
Deepest sympathy to the families and friends and brothers in arms of our fallen soldiers. And to those with lives lost, thank you all for the sacrifices you have made for our country. My heart goes out to all of you and will keep you all and your families in my prayers. May your families find the comfort they need to deal with such a tragic loss. Thank you again for the sacrifices you made. Much love to all of you!!
Dee
Mililani

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 8:34 am HST]
Dan, I will miss you. I was stunned to hear of your passing this morning but know in my heart that you were doing exactly what you loved and wouldn't have wanted to have it any other way. Your love and devotion to your children is something they will never forget. Your laughter, constant smile and happy go lucky demeanor will never be forgotten by me. May God be with you. To Dan's family, I did not know you but I will pray for your comfort and healing. I am so sorry for your pain. God bless you.
Julianne Barcia
Honolulu, Hawaii

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 7:51 am HST]
My family and I will miss Dan Healy and the other Navy Seals. The world is a litle more empty now. Dan and the other Seals were top notch people. They liked to party and have fun, but they certainly knew what hard work is and how important dedication to mission completeion is. Dan was in Afghanistan doing what he knew to be the right thing for him as well as his country. Dan and men and women like him are special people. We will miss him, but we will never forget him or the sacriice he made fighting for our free way of life.
COLONEL DICK RANKIN
Hawaii Kai

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 7:28 am HST]
Having served with these brave men I know that they are the most dedicated individuals you will ever meet. No words can heal your pain. My heart and prayers go out to all. I share your pain.
Chief Petty Officer,Joe Noonan
Port Hueneme, California

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 7:22 am HST]
May god bless you all for the ultimate sacrifice of your loved ones. We are very grateful and our hearts and prayers go with you! They are definitely in 'good hands' today. We appreciate all of them and you for showing us what true courage and honor means. YOU and them are our HEROS! MAHALO for allowing us to still have freedom in our lives. Keep the faith and keep your Ohana together...your loved ones will be watching on high and expect no less. In God's due time, you will have your happy reunion with them!
RNR
Nampa, Idaho

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 7:12 am HST]
I have always had an appreciation for what these guys do to protect our freedoms. It really hit home when I attended a March benefit for the United Warrior Survivor Foundation (UWSF). This group is dedicated to helping the wives of our fallen special forces sailors, soldiers, airmen and marines. http://www.frogfriends.com/ I can only imagine the burden they must be feeling now but thank God they are there to help the surviving spouses and thank God that we have such patriots that continue to go in harms way to protect our way of life. Please visit the United Warrior Survivor Foundation to see how you can help.
Steve
Massachusetts

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 7:10 am HST]
Thank you brave warriors for keeping the rest of us safe. My thoughts are with you, your families and friends, and of course your brothers in arms.
Brian
Honolulu

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 6:37 am HST]
My family and I share in your loss. Our prayers go out to you during this time. You are the best of the best and will never be forgotten for your sacrifice.
Malcolm Ching
Mililani

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 6:23 am HST]
May our Dear Lord comfort the families and friends of these brave men. Our deepest sympathy and heartfilled prayers will always be with all during this time of sorrow.
Manny Edrosa
Ewa Beach

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 6:10 am HST]
Deepest sympathy to the families and friends of our fallen heroes, who have made the ultimate sacrifice so that we may enjoy freedom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John B
Los Angeles

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 6:10 am HST]
There are no words to ease the pain of your loss. We pray for your peace of mind and thank you for your loved one's sacrifice. May God bless you always with courage and strength to forge ahead in life with your loved one's spirit by your side. Peace be with you.
Mugs
Waipahu

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 6:03 am HST]
Non Sibi Sed Patriae
Jon P. Erwin
Tallahassee, Florida

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 5:53 am HST]
I will always be thankful to the soldiers and people who died so that I may remain free IN AMERICA! Each and everyone of you have died for me, someone you don't even know. You performed your tasks in the best of your abilities, YOU ARE INDEED ALL HEROES and I will never forget your sacrifices, nor the pain that your families' feel. Thank you for your sacrifices. May God Bless your families so that in time peace can come into the hearts of your loved ones.
Nadine Hamilton Sablan
Honolulu

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 5:42 am HST]
Thank you all for your service to our country. I and all, in this wonderful USA grieve with you and for you. You are the heros of today and your memories will live forever.
Hobo-HMCM/DV-Ret
Kaaawa

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 5:15 am HST]
With profound respect and admiration for these, our most skilled warriors, and with deepest sympathy to their familes and their teammates. I'm reminded words of Lincoln inscribed upon the statue of Lady Columbia at Punchbowl: "The Solemn Pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom." The Teams go on, and with them the memory of these, our finest.
Bryan
Asuncion, Paraguay

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 3:56 am HST]
With deepest sympathy and prayers for all of the friends and family of our fallen heroes. May God Bless and keep you during this time of grief. Words aren’t enough to express our gratitude and respect for all of our service men and women.
Kay
FL

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 3:36 am HST]
Best regards to the family of the fallen hero's. Our prayers are with all of you.
Bryant
Honolulu

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 3:16 am HST]
The boots are placed in single file line Moments of silence during roll call time. A call for help, the choppers went flying no cause for delay, their buddies were dying. These men are heros, some larger then life. Some left mothers and children, others a wife. Remember these men, and their families this day,For every SEAL knows The only easy day was yesterday.
A Thankfull American
US of A

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 3:06 am HST]
Living in Hawaii, the feeling of ohana is extended to those serving in the armed forces who sacrifice their lives to protect our freedoms. That's why a loss like this affects us all, and we weep and feel sorrow for the families that lost their loved ones. I hope that comfort will soon find all those who grieve, and let it be known that their service, loyalty, and commitment to this country will never be forgotten. God bless their souls, and God Bless America.
Sandy
Aliamanu

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 2:48 am HST]
We are eternally grateful for the sacrifice your loved ones have made to protect all of us from those who would do us harm for no other reason than we are Americans. Please know that your loved ones who have made this ultimate sacrifice, and their families and friends, are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless America and the exceptional men and women that protect her!
Jim D.
Honolulu

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 2:26 am HST]
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the families of those brave men who paid the ultimate sacrifice. As team parents, we are praying for all of you in the SEAL community both at home and away. We hope our caring will make your sorrow easier to bear, and may God strengthen you in the days to come.
Guenther & Christine Stahl
Mt. Morris, MI

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 2:08 am HST]
May God bless our Navy SEALs and U.S. Army personnel who perished in the helicopter crash in Afghanistan. Those men made the ultimate sacrifice for US. My heartfelt prayers go out to each of the families. Aloha.
Tommy K
Ft. Lauderdale

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 1:27 am HST]
My heartfelt condolence goes out to the families of the heroes that have once again answered the call to duty and made the ultimate sacrifice. May their loved ones somehow find comfort in knowing that these men are now in a better place and will forever be at peace.
DK/SSD
Honolulu

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 1:15 am HST]
I'll pray for the deceased troops and their grieving loved ones.
Derek Kauanoe
Honolulu

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 1:11 am HST]
Our Hearts and Prayers and Deepest Sympathy go out to all the Families. Being Proud Parents of a Navy Seal it's like losing one of our own. These Men are all Hero’s and will be remembered for their Commitment and Bravery for our Country. God Bless! Bill & Pat
Bill & Pat Hull
Olean, NY

[Posted on July 1, 2005 at 12:41 am HST]
Im really sad to see these men pass on. For what purpose was their lives worth dying for? How does our military justify why our soldiers continue to fight a cause that does not benefit our country. RIP
Mike
Kapolei

[Posted on June 30, 2005 at 11:48 pm HST]
Even with the pain that exists today, may your families heal tomorrow knowing you were proud to be doing what was asked of you. May you always be remembered for not what you were, but who you were.
Damian X.
Orlando, FL

[Posted on June 30, 2005 at 11:16 pm HST]
Our deepest condolences to the families of these fine men. Their commitment to excellence and to our Country will always be remembered. They are true patriots in every sense of the word. We'll miss you brothers. You truly are the "Cream".
CS-SSD
Honolulu

[Posted on June 30, 2005 at 10:58 pm HST]
RIP brave warriors. Thank you for your service, and godspeed.
Raleigh
Waikiki

[Posted on June 30, 2005 at 10:37 pm HST]
Blessings to the families and thank you for everything you do. What bravery to fight for our country. Our condolences, Patrick and Susan, Lanikai Sugar Co. Lanikai
Patrick
Lanikai