Inverness, Florida
Rebounding from testicular cancer, Chief Warrant Officer Aaron Weaver could have stayed put at Fort Bragg when his unit shipped out to Iraq last year. But that wasn''t like him. Weaver, 32, of Inverness, Fla., had worked hard to get himself back into shape after cancer surgery in 2002, and got a special medical clearance to fly his OH-58 observer helicopter in Iraq, his father, Mike Weaver said. "He wanted to go to Iraq," his father said. "When you''re in a group like that, you don''t want your friends to leave you behind." Weaver was on a Black Hawk helicopter en route to Baghdad for a checkup when the craft was shot down south of Fallujah, Iraq. The Jan. 8 crash killed eight other soldiers. As an Army Ranger, Weaver survived the October 1993 battle of Mogadishu in Somalia that was recounted in the book and film, "Black Hawk Down." He helped save a buddy''s life and is featured in a documentary on the battle.
It was a pleasure serving with you Aaron. I fondly remember our laughs on the flightline as well as your selflessness to always help out the crew chiefs to get the mission completed. You volunteered to help wash aircraft or complete maintenance work orders. Always leading from the front to emulate the leadership that a RANGER exemplifies! Thank you for the fond memories brother. Til Valhalla. RLTW!
Sean Roberts
September 21, 2024 | Hillsboro, TX | Military
Played with my son Ian when they were very young. His mom Kelly and my mother Bette were good friends. Lost Ian in 2000. Aaron's death 4 yrs later. Floored my mom. Reached out to Kelly today. Godspeed to a great family !! Marc Hawley.
Marc Hawley
September 07, 2017 | Spring Hill, FL | Neighbor
Thank you Aaron for your service and sacrifice for our country.
May 15, 2013
You still remain very much alive in our hearts. Xoxo
Bridgit
January 11, 2013 | Tampa, FL
To the family and friends of CWO Aaron A. Weaver:
It has truly been my honor to sign Aaron's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Aaron will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy
Peggy Childers
January 09, 2013 | Carson City, NV
To the family and friends of CWO Aaron A. Weaver:
Always remembering Aaron. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
January 08, 2012 | Carson City, NV
We wish to Thank You CWO Aaron Weaver and your Family for your Service and Sacrifices for our Country and Freedoms. Thank You and I Pray your Family finds Comfort, Peace and Strength in your Courage and Love.
Ginny & Family
November 24, 2011 | Lebanon, OH
I went through Ranger School with Aaron. Great guy and Great Soldier. RIP RLTH
Dave Endres
June 14, 2011
Today was the day my hero grew his wings...
*I love you Aaron*
Bridgit
January 09, 2011 | Tampa, FL