David Lane had just graduated from Fort Benning Army Infantry Training when this photo was taken in 2006. He received a medal for his achievement in markmanship.
An Emporia soldier was killed Tuesday when an improvised explosive device exploded outside Rustamiyah, Iraq.
David J. Lane, 20, was one of three soldiers who died when the IED exploded near the Humvee in which they were patrolling. Lane’s parents, David and Maria Lane, were notified about 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Lane joined the Army about one year ago and had been stationed in Iraq since February, according to his mother. He had been serving with Charlie 216 company out of Fort Riley.
More information will be published as it becomes available.
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Posted by madpoet (anonymous) on September 5, 2007 at 1:45 p.m. (Suggest removal)
My heart goes out to his family and friends. To lose someone so young! You'll be in my prayers.
Posted by luckyforme1 (anonymous) on September 5, 2007 at 4:55 p.m. (Suggest removal)
You are always hearing about soldiers dieing in the war. I don't think it hits home until it is one of our hometown soldiers that we hear about. My heart and praryers go out to Mr. and Mrs. Lane. Just remember your son died a hero.
Posted by emporian (anonymous) on September 5, 2007 at 8:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Prayers sent for his family and friends. Thanks for doing what you do. You wont be forgotten.
Posted by hottopics (anonymous) on September 5, 2007 at 9:51 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Many prayers to all of the family and friends. His life was lost defending our nation and that in itself makes him our hero. My family appreciates his service and what his family has lost in the process.
Posted by DENO721 (anonymous) on September 7, 2007 at 7:41 a.m. (Suggest removal)
Mr. and Mrs. Lane I am Josh's Dad and send our deepest Sympathy to you all and your Family.We cried when we got the terrible news about David and if there is anything our Family can do for you Please dont hesitate to call us . Our thoughts and Prayers are with you always. May God give you the strength to deal with your loss of your wonderful son, He will be remembered as a Hero and Best Freind to our son Josh,always in our Hearts. God Bless You
The Berlongieri Family
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