Yesterday, five US Army Special Ops personnel were killed in a refueling/air/helicopter accident in the Mediterranean and the story is now making the national news.
One of those killed was 26 year old Tanner Grone. Tanner was a good friend of our son, Hunter. They graduated together, camped, hiked, canoe camped and played BB. His family attended Hunter's HS graduation party here. Hunter took his sister to the prom, and was a part of this small family hanging out, sleeping over, and helping at the Grone's house. Nice, hard working , and humble family in this small northern NH community.
We watch these kids grow from pre-school to beyond, invite them into our homes, share in their stories, and in some cases see a young life tragically end while in their prime. Tanner is a hero.
Hunter called early this morning with tears in his voice telling us this sad news. We're all kind of sad today and at a loss for words. Feel terrible for the family. seems as if these sad news stories and affected families always occur in other places far away from here. But, this hits home and ripples out to many in this community.
Hunter second and Tanner third from left. Picture taken just yesterday about 10 years ago.
Last edited by tom moore; 11/14/20235:46 AM. Reason: added more info to the title
