RIP: 2LT Darryn Andrews
Via a Department of Defense media release:
2LT Darryn Andrews, 34, of Cameron, Texas, died Sept. 4 in Paktika Province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device and a rocket-propelled grenade. He was assigned to 1st Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, Fort Richardson, Alaska
On the day where our Nation stops, stands still, and remembers those who were murdered by Islamic jihadist on September 11, 2001 — a small-town Texas family will stand silently on a tarmac at a small country airport landing strip in College Station, Texas and wait for their father/husband/son to come home from Afghanistan in a flag-draped coffin.
But they will not be alone.
His family has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to help honor the service and ultimate sacrifice of US Army 2nd LT Darryn Andrews, 34. The PGR riders will be at the airport today where we’ll wait, cry, and pray with the Andrews family. Standing our flag line, standing for those who stood for us
I can’t imagine anywhere else I would rather be on Patriot Day. So I’ll join my fellow PGR riders for the nearly 2-hour ride through the rain to welcome home a hero. Then we’ll get back on our motorcycles and escort the Andrews family 60 miles back to Cameron, TX. Our mission is to honor the sacrifice of a true American patriot today, on Patriot Day.
And then tomorrow morning, we’ll get back on your bikes and ride back out to Cameron to stand our flag line at his funeral.
Stand down Soldier; your mission is complete. Job well done. May your Heavenly Father welcome you home to rest. My sincere condolences to the family and friends of 2Lt. Andrews, U.S. Army Airborne / OEF. LT, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten.
Today is NOT a day of service, as some on the forgetful Left would like you to think. Today is a day to remember; it’s a day to steel our resolve to continue the long fight against radical Islam and the horrific terrorism that it breeds and promotes.
what a beautiful tribute. God bless you all and thank you for honoring America’s heroes this way. God bless Julie, Daylan and their unborn baby and the rest of 2nd Lt. Andrews’ family. My heart is broken for you and my prayers are with you.
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“Dar” was a born leader who was doing exactly what he always wanted to do , it is an honor to have experienced his personality , and his love for what he did. You are missed brother !
Thank you for this beauitful tribute and for honoring Darryn’s final homecoming. I echo Colleen to the Andrews; our hearts are broken with yours and we are praying with you and for you. Your sacrifice is deeply appreciated.
Omg. That’s my coach from Junior High. My thoughts and prayers are with the Andrews family. Thank you for serving coach.
Thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice, Lt. Andrews. May you rest in peace. My condolences to friends, family, and fellow troops. God bless.
You have no idea how much I appreciated what you did for my friend. Standing out in the rain holding the American flags during his service was unbelievable. You are amazing men. Thank you with all my heart and God Bless. We, Americans, are so proud of you.
Thank you guys so much for being there! Darryn was a friend of mine from school. He will be missed and yes, he is a true HERO!