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State senator honors fallen Nebraska soldier Noah Tietjens on legislative floor
I rise today to honor *** great Nebraskan who gave his last full measure of devotion in service to our country. On Sunday, an Iranian drone strike on *** civilian port in Kuwait killed 6 US soldiers. Yesterday afternoon, the Pentagon released some of their names, including Bellevue resident. And Army Reservist Sergeant First Class Noah Tingon. Sergeant Tinents, 442-year-old, enlisted in the Army Reserve in 2006 as *** wheeled vehicle mechanic. He was deployed to Kuwait twice in both 2009 and 2019. He served in the 103rd Sustainment Command. TJ was *** highly decorated service member. He was awarded the Notorious Service Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, the Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, and the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with the M Device. One fellow soldier described him as the kind of guy that was always around to help you, recalling how Sergeant Tinen took the time to mentor others. The soldier added that if it wasn’t for his mentorship, he wouldn’t be in this role in the military. Sergeant Tinjen also taught taekwondo and martial arts studio in Bellevue where he was *** respected black belt. Martial Arts International noted that whether the uniform or in the studio carried the same values honor, discipline, service, and commitment to others. The tragic loss will be felt by not only his family, friends, community, or our state, but the entire country. Sergeant Tinjon was *** beloved member of our community and *** man of valor. He made the ultimate sacrifice in service to us all. Today, Bellevue, Sarpi County, and all the Nebraskans, we wrap our arms around the friends and family of Sergeant Chinjin. We honor his sacrifice, the greatest sacrifice one can make for our nation. Mostly important, we pray for healing for his family and those who carry on without him, and we ask God to grant him everlasting peace. Please join me in *** moment of silence to honor the selfless life and noble sacrifice of Sergeant Noah Tingent.
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State senator honors fallen Nebraska soldier Noah Tietjens on legislative floor
A state senator gave an emotional tribute Wednesday to a fallen soldier from Nebraska.Rita Sanders, who represents Bellevue in the Nebraska Legislature, honored Sgt. 1st Class Noah Tietjens with a speech and moment of silence on the legislative floor.The 42-year-old was killed in action while serving in Kuwait when an Iranian missile hit a military operations center.”Today, Bellevue, Sarpy County and all the Nebraskans, we wrap our arms around the friends and family of Sgt. Tietjens. We honor his sacrifice, the greatest sacrifice one can make for our nation. Most important, we pray for healing for his family and those who carry on without him. And we ask God to grant him everlasting peace. Please join me in a moment of silence to honor the selfless life and noble sacrifice of Sgt. Noah Tietjens,” Sanders said.RELATED COVERAGE: Nebraska, Iowa leaders offer prayers and condolences after Pentagon identifies soldiers killed in KuwaitThe Army Reserve said Tietjens enlisted with in 2006 as a wheeled vehicle mechanic. The Bellevue native was assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command, which is located in Iowa.Make sure you can always see the latest news, weather, sports and more from KETV NewsWatch 7 on Google search.NAVIGATE: Home | Weather | Local News | National | Sports | Newscasts on demand |
A state senator gave an emotional tribute Wednesday to a fallen soldier from Nebraska.
Rita Sanders, who represents Bellevue in the Nebraska Legislature, honored Sgt. 1st Class Noah Tietjens with a speech and moment of silence on the legislative floor.
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The 42-year-old was killed in action while serving in Kuwait when an Iranian missile hit a military operations center.
“Today, Bellevue, Sarpy County and all the Nebraskans, we wrap our arms around the friends and family of Sgt. Tietjens. We honor his sacrifice, the greatest sacrifice one can make for our nation. Most important, we pray for healing for his family and those who carry on without him. And we ask God to grant him everlasting peace. Please join me in a moment of silence to honor the selfless life and noble sacrifice of Sgt. Noah Tietjens,” Sanders said.
RELATED COVERAGE: Nebraska, Iowa leaders offer prayers and condolences after Pentagon identifies soldiers killed in Kuwait
The Army Reserve said Tietjens enlisted with in 2006 as a wheeled vehicle mechanic. The Bellevue native was assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command, which is located in Iowa.
Make sure you can always see the latest news, weather, sports and more from KETV NewsWatch 7 on Google search.
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