Claremore, Oklahoma
Jason Hendrix made sacrifices for his men, once using nearly $2,000 of his own money to buy night-vision goggles, face masks and flashlights and giving up his Christmas leave so another man with a new baby could go home. "He was a protective big brother," said his aunt, Melanie Massera. "He was that way with his men. He cared for them in a very protective way." Hendrix, 28, of Claremore, Okla., died Feb. 16 in an explosion while trying to save a fellow soldier whose vehicle was under attack in Iraq. He was based at Camp Hovey, Korea. As the leader of a 25-man squad and the eldest of seven siblings, Hendrix knew the importance of setting a good example for others to follow. Hendrix was a popular teenager who loved to play basketball and break-dance. During his senior year, Hendrix became noticeably motivated and focused, said Mike Hinds, who attended high school with him in Claremore. "He decided to go into the military; he wanted to serve his country, and he put out a lot of effort for it," Hinds said. Hendrix is survived by his mother and stepfather, Renee and Danny Amick, and father, Russell Hendrix.
February 16, 2012
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Jason R. Hendrix:
Always remembering Jason. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
February 17, 2012 | Carson City, NV
I remember Jason from back in the days of Rolling Hills Middle School. I always wondered where he went when High school started. I was stationed in Germany when I got word of Jason's passing and it did hit close to home. I know this is late but my condolences go to Jason's family.
SGT Valdez, Anthony J.
Soon to be home from Afghanistan after a year long tour.
Anthony Valdez
June 24, 2011 | Fayetteville, NC
The flag is flying in the sky
A daily reminder of who and why
We sit here remembering them today
These heroes that now lie in their grave.
While here on earth, the bravest ones
A soldier, a mother, a daughter, a son
The father's who went far off to war
To ensure our safety and so much more
To keep our children happy and free,
Someone must do this job, you see
So, today remember the soldiers who served,
Because this is one...
Shannon Williams-Austill
May 30, 2011 | Blanchard, OK
Another year is here to remember this young man and his dedication to his country is never forgotten at least by my family. Jason was a wonderful person and is missed. John Michelle and Trenton Crowder
John Crowder
May 29, 2011 | Merced, CA
It has been awhile since Jason passed on with love I say I'm glad to see that Danny and Renee and the rest of the family are doing better. Life moves on Jason would want it that way for his family. I think the wooden carving is rather cool who ever is doing that. If it gets done I would love to see a picture of it posted as well here. As you can see we do visit love always, John Michelle Trenton & Sean Crowder
John Crowder
February 17, 2011 | Merced, CA
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Jason R. Hendrix:
Please accept my remembrance of Jason on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
February 16, 2011 | Carson City, NV
Dear Hendrix Family. Please accept my condolences for the loss of your son. We met at the Patriot Guard meeting in Purcell on the 21st of August. Please let me know if there is anything I can help with concerning cutting a wooden portrait of your son for you.
Sincerely,
Ken Younkin
Kenneth Younkin
August 29, 2010 | Norman, OK
To the family a note from me each year I have committed to honoring this fallen one. Our prayers go out to Danny and Rene and family for your loss. There is no greater gift but to give your life for someone else. He resides in the Kingdom of God and in our hearts forever, Jason is and never will be forgotten as long as I live. With love from John Shelly & Trenton Crowder
John Crowder
May 31, 2010 | Merced, CA
WHAT A WONDERFUL MAN; WHOM I DONT EVEN KNOW.
May 21, 2010 | CLAREMORE, OK
