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Steve
June 10, 2020 | Served In Military Together
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Alexander "Alex" Van Aalten
Knoxville, Tennessee
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Send FlowersVAN AALTEN, SGT. ALEXANDER "ALEX" - age 21 of Monterey died April 20, 2007 during combat operations in Afghanistan. He was serving his country in the United States Army as a Sgt. with the 82nd Airborne 1-508 PIR (Parachute Infantry Regiment) Delta Company at Fort Bragg, NC. He was a 2004...
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I just read the article in my Dutch newspaper "De Telegraaf" Halfway reading I get tears in my eyes. I never knew Alexander or the Dutch military Cor Strik, whom's body Alexander wanted to bring in safety. What a true hero is Alexander and a wonderful man. The story about Alexander must continue being told in future, as an example for our kids how a true man died during his duty and how he tried to help others. Everybody who knew Alexander can be very proud of him. My apologizes for my bad...
Leo van den End
October 29, 2019 | Rotterdam, The Netherlands | Significant_other
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It seems like a life time already since I seen your beautiful smile. Thank God for eternal memories !! You were and will always be my son in law !!! God sure did take the best !! Will forever love ,honor,cherish and miss you
Connie Stinson
October 30, 2016 | Sparta, TN
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Greetings. I didn't know Alex but today, 29 Oct, I saw a jeep in a parking lot with a tribute to Alex. I was in the 82D and deployed in Afghanistan at the same time as Alex. I looked him up; read about him and his sacrifice. Just know today a stranger took some time to learn about him and, in a small way, attempt to honor his memory. He will never be forgotten. My deepest condolances.
David Roscoe
October 29, 2016 | Brandon, FL
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Tonight I was reminiscing about the past, and you came to mind. I will never forget your kindness and patience. You were a great leader to us in JROTC, and your attributes have touched many. I cannot fathom why God would take you from this world so young. God bless you, I will always remember you.
Heather Roberts
July 18, 2015 | Silver Point, TN
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Alex we miss you so much. You were a shining light in this dark world. I can't imagine not having you in my life as my son in law. I am a better person because of that. You truly loved The Lord and Our Country and for that I know you are in Heaven watching over us and waiting on us. Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice. We will forever Love and Miss you so much.
Connie Stinson
April 20, 2013 | Sparta, TN
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Dearest Alex,
Today is your birthday, and even though you are not with us in person, we will never forget you. You are our angel in heaven so Happy Birthday dear Nephew. We love you. Aunt Marilyn and Uncle Robert
Marilyn & Robert Hiller
September 02, 2012 | Dade City, FL
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To the family and friends of Sgt. Alexander Van Aalten:
Always remembering Alexander. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
April 20, 2012 | Carson City, NV
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Our Dear Alex, on this day 5 years ago, you, our Hero gave the ultimate sacrifice.
You died in Afghanistan doing what you wanted to be doing. Fighting for freedom and protecting our country.
You were only 21 years old Alex with your whole life ahead of you. I guess God had different plans for you. We miss you so much dear Alex, but know you are in a better place. You are the brightest star in the heavens,you are our angel watching over all. May you
always rest in...
Marilyn & Robert Hiller
April 20, 2012 | Dade City, FL
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