Reese, Aaron T.

Aaron T. Reese

Reynoldsburg, Ohio

Feather Location: Row M, #22

Associated Press

Staff Sgt. Aaron T. Reese came from a family with a long military history: His grandfather served during World War II and an uncle was killed in Vietnam. Two other uncles also served in the military. So it wasn't a surprise when he joined the Army shortly after his 1990 high school graduation. "He's one of those you can't forget," said his former Latin teacher, Mike Herzog. "Always working hard, always smiling. He didn't have a bad day. He was always in a positive mood… Reese had served seven years in the Army and six in the National Guard.  "Aaron was a loving husband, son, father and brother. He loved doing his job and serving his Country," said his sister. "He felt that it was his duty to serve and he loved the soldiers in his squad."

Carver:  Gene Farr who carves with the Loraine County Wood Carvers

Wood:  Basswood