Meyer, Harrison J.

Harrison J. Meyer (Rock Doc)

Worthington, Ohio

Feather Location: Row Q, #23

Findagrave.com

Pfc. Harrison J. Meyer of Worthington, Ohio graduated Thomas Worthington High School in 2003 and ran for the track team. While a student there his kindness and humor touched many people. During high school he was such a team player that he brought in pizza and made cheesecake for pals on the track team. He was a lifeguard at a pool and he wanted to go to medical school after returning from Iraq.

Pfc. Harrison J. Meyer of Worthington, Ohio graduated Thomas Worthington High School in 2003 and ran for the track team. While a student there his kindness and humor touched many people. During high school he was such a team player that he brought in pizza and made cheesecake for pals on the track team. He was a lifeguard at a pool and he wanted to go to medical school after returning from Iraq.

2nd Infantry Division, 2nd Brigade Memorial website:

…Pfc. Harrison James Meyer grew up in Worthington, Ohio and graduated from high school in May 2003. He enlisted on July 11, 2003 and became a Soldier and a medic. On February 25, 2004, he arrived in Korea and was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Air Assault), and served as a platoon medical specialist. Known for his enthusiasm in medical treatment, he earned the respect of all who knew him. Pfc. Meyer was killed in action on November 26, 2004. While suffering his own injuries, he left cover and was mortally wounded while attempting to rescue injured Soldiers caught in an enemy ambush. He will be awarded a Purple Heart and a Combat Medic's Badge for his service in Iraq. He Also recieved the Silver Star for “Valor.? In his free time, he enjoyed learning more about the medical field, cooking, and was a budding author…

Carver:  Bill Shillington retired from Nationwide Insurance as an illustrator / graphic artist. In addition to this feather Bill created a model of the Fallen Feather Memorial used at speaking events

Wood:  Basswood