Posted on: Monday, July 4, 2005

Navy SEALs from Pearl Harbor were killed last 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.

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[Posted on February 28, 2006 at 5:04 am HST]
Wow,i am so amazed at what the soldiers did for us at Pearl Harbor. It is sad that they did not recieve a warning and many died without having a chance to fight.
Terry Barber
Clio

[Posted on July 26, 2005 at 4:03 pm HST]
Everytime a brother SEAL dies, It hurts terrible hard. May Shane be at peace with his "Frog Family" in Heaven where eventually all of us will meet someday. "Doc Rio"
Erasmo "Doc" Riojas USN Ret. SEAL
Pearland Texas

[Posted on July 15, 2005 at 1:51 pm HST]
May God bless you and your families.
Jessica
San Diego, CA

[Posted on July 14, 2005 at 4:10 pm HST]
They are the toughest guys on this planet. I commend them for what they have done. I respect them to the fullest!!! "Once a S.E.A.L, always a S.E.A.L."
Steven Hir
San Diego, Ca

[Posted on July 14, 2005 at 7:34 am HST]
Our heart-felt condolences go out to the family, friends and fellow team members of the fallen SEALS. The courage, bravery and ultimate sacrifice of these heroes will not be forgotten. Though far away, we support and appreciate everything SEALS do day in and day out. God Bless you ALL.
The Wolf Family
Overland Park, Kansas

[Posted on July 12, 2005 at 9:20 am HST]
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all the wives, families and friends of the brave and courageous fallen Navy SEALS. May GOD give you strength at this time of sorrow? Thank you... to all of the Navy SEALS for what you do. The families are true heroes as well as the SEALS that made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. May God Bless you all! Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. It is because of what you are and what you do, that we can continue to enjoy our freedom. Your courage will not and should not be forgotten. I will continue to support all you guys. “SEALS leave no one behind”
The Berrios Family
Pear City Hawaii

[Posted on July 7, 2005 at 12:50 am HST]
To the fine young men who dedicated their lives to keeping us free, Thank You.
Brian Kissenberger
Queensland, Australia

[Posted on July 6, 2005 at 8:46 pm HST]
Thank you to all of the Navy SEALS for what you do. My best regards to the families of the fallen SEALS. If it were not for your loving support the life of your SEAL would have been most difficult. The families are true heros as well as the SEALS that made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. May God Bless!
Nick
Mililani

[Posted on July 6, 2005 at 7:02 pm HST]
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of the families and friends of the courageous Navy SEALs who lost their lives. I proudly support all of our troops and appreciate their endless sacrifices for our country. I have a very good friend currently serving in Iraq. Knowing a soldier personally has given me newfound gratitude for the freedom that many tend to take for granted. All of the service men and women are true heros and will never go unknown. God bless all of our troops and their families.
Kelli Miura
Honolulu, Hawaii

[Posted on July 6, 2005 at 1:00 pm HST]
More needless sacrifice towards a needless war. I send my most sincere condolences to those who have lost loved ones. Perhaps tragedy like this can be avoided. When will our government see that our sons and fathers are dying needlessly?
Matthew B.
Honolulu, Hawaii

[Posted on July 6, 2005 at 12:27 pm HST]
I've personnally known of Navy Seals and their family when I was station in Subase, Pearl Harbor in base housing. I know the sacrifice they and their families go through in peace time and especially at war to defend this country. Because of heroes like them, is the reason I fly my US flag outside my door.
Louie Armendariz
Tucson, Arizona

[Posted on July 6, 2005 at 12:26 pm HST]
By SEa, Air, Land, you do it all. And for all that you do, this bud's for you! =)
Team America
Honolulu, HI

[Posted on July 6, 2005 at 8:54 am HST]
Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. It is because of what you are and what you do, that we can continue to enjoy our freedoms. Our thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones. Mahalo
Art Kimi
Grapevine, TX

[Posted on July 6, 2005 at 7:22 am HST]
Your courage will not and should not be forgotten. Our prayers and thoughts go out to all your families and loved ones.
Randy Rodriguez
Temecula, Ca.

[Posted on July 6, 2005 at 4:31 am HST]
Prayerful condolences to all the families of our heroes, without whose sacrifices there would be less freedom. May they never be forgotten and may God bless and comfort the families. From a Viet Nam veteran, Joe K (Psalms 55:22).
Josef Kripner
Odenton, Maryland

[Posted on July 5, 2005 at 3:06 pm HST]
God Bless you and your families. We know that "Freedom isn't Free". You have given the ultimate sacrifice for your country. No words could ever capture the heartfelt loss that is left. Mahalo....Aloha
Lani
Surf City, NC

[Posted on July 5, 2005 at 2:59 pm HST]
May God place his hand over all of you guys! My prayers go out to you May God be your guding light and show you the way! We are blessed to have you guys in our world!
Mandy
Maui

[Posted on July 5, 2005 at 2:42 pm HST]
May god bless the families of those Navy Seals that have sacrificed their lives to defend this country of ours. I have lost a family member in Iraq and even though it seems tough right now have faith that they are now in a better place with our father above. My prayers go out to each and everyone that is affected by this tragedy. God bless our troops out there still fightting for us....
RA
Honolulu

[Posted on July 5, 2005 at 11:06 am HST]
God Bless you and your families. Thank you for your determination and ultimate sacrifice that you have given to this wonderful country.
RK
Honolulu, HI

[Posted on July 5, 2005 at 10:52 am HST]
My heart goes out to all you dear families who sacrifice so much on our behalf. With deepfelt sympathy I offer up my prayers to a loving father in heaven, who receives his own.
Mili
Utah

[Posted on July 5, 2005 at 10:12 am HST]
Sending a prayer out to those families who have lost someone overseas and to those who still have friends and family over there. My prayer are with all of you.
Jericho Guzman
Haleiwa Hawaii

[Posted on July 5, 2005 at 9:16 am HST]
Our deepest sympathy to the wives and families of the brave fallen Navy Seals. May god give you strenght at this time of sorrow. Thank you all for fighting our freedom.
Ever A. Cruz
Waipahu, Hawaii

[Posted on July 5, 2005 at 8:50 am HST]
Thank you for your military service and contribution to this country. May God bless you and your families.
Cheryl Diaz
Californa

[Posted on July 5, 2005 at 8:48 am HST]
GODSSPEED TO THE SEALS AND THE BROTHERS WHO HAVE SERVED WITH MEN . MAY GOD STAND BY THEM AND SERVE AS A PILLAR OF STRENGHT IN THIER TIME OF NEED AND VOID. GOD HAS RECIEVED A MANY ANGELS BEFORE BUT NONE AS HE'S GOT THIS PAST WEEK. HE WILL BE WELL SERVED BY THESE MEN AND I KNOW THAT WE ARE ALL BLESSED TO HAVE THESE MEN STAND BY OUR SIDE AND SERVE AS OUR GAURDIAN ANGELS. GODBLESS THE BROTHERHOOD.
POWERRANGER
TEXAS

[Posted on July 5, 2005 at 7:40 am HST]
Only a war can take life so cheaply. Not enough "thank you's" can ever replace the void that was left behind for your friends and families to bear. "Thank you" anyway, for saving me from grief and suffering the way your families are now enduring. Although I can only see your face through pictures posted in the newspapers and the media, those pictures says a thousand words from me to you. That is the only connection I will ever have to say "God Bless You" face to face. Your purpose has been accomplished and it's time to move on to an even more beautiful place. I wish you well on your journey. Thank you again. Aloha
Fran
Honolulu

[Posted on July 4, 2005 at 2:55 pm HST]
Having lost a 19 yr old brother in Vietnam, my Aloha goes out to all these brave mens and to their families. Aloha
Iwalani
California

[Posted on July 4, 2005 at 2:32 pm HST]
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the wives and families of the fallen Navy SEALS. These men sacrificed themselves so that we may remain free. We should thank our military for our freedom which we sometimes take for granted. Thank you and God Bless on this 4th of July.
Kenneth
Aiea, HI

[Posted on July 4, 2005 at 10:16 am HST]
My thoughts and prayers to the families whose loved ones made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. May God be your STRENGTH & COMFORT.
Beverly
Honolulu

[Posted on July 4, 2005 at 9:54 am HST]
My condolences to the families of these brave warriors. God bless them and you at this time.
Jim Quimby
Honolulu

[Posted on July 4, 2005 at 8:36 am HST]
It is because of brave people like yourself(family) and your loved ones(military member) that we are able to continue this way of life that we all know and love. We will never forget the ultimate sacrifice that you & your loved one have made for our country. Take care & God Bless.
anne & family
pearl city, hi

[Posted on July 4, 2005 at 8:27 am HST]
ITS A SAD THING BUT IT COMES WITH THE TERRITORY. AS A VET I KNOW THE RISK. I BOW TO THESE MEN OF HONOR.
IGGY
SAN JOSE, CA.

[Posted on July 4, 2005 at 8:07 am HST]
Thank you and God bless you for your service to our country from and older veteran.
Nolan Kelly
Kaneohe

[Posted on July 4, 2005 at 8:04 am HST]
MY GOD BLESS YOU ALL
ROBERT SCULLY
WORCESTER MA

[Posted on July 4, 2005 at 7:53 am HST]
God Bless all you guys and thanks for the job your soing. Thanks from a old man in waikiki
Rick
Honolulu

[Posted on July 4, 2005 at 6:46 am HST]
may God bless all of you and your families.
ron
california