Kimberly N. Hampton Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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Easley, South Carolina

Back in third grade, Kimberly Hampton wrote a paper that described how she had always wanted to fly. "We gave that to her as part of her graduation gift from Army flight school, and I think it pretty much blew her away that she had written such things as that as far back as the third grade," said her father, Dale Hampton. Capt. Hampton, 27, of Easley, S.C., was killed Jan. 2 when the helicopter she was piloting was shot down near Fallujah, Iraq. Hampton, based at Fort Bragg, N.C., was the first female pilot killed in Iraq. An honors graduate from Presbyterian College, she was the battalion commander of the ROTC unit there. Her leadership was clear even before then. In high school, she was president of the student body and captain of the tennis team. Hampton was in her second term of military service, having earlier served in Korea and Afghanistan. She had planned to marry Army Capt. Will Braman when they both returned from Iraq. "She was doing what she enjoyed doing. She was trained well, and she felt it an honor to serve her country," said her mother, Ann.

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Words cannot express your loss and my heart goes out to you. I read Kimberlys story last night and it saddened me that she paid the ultimate sacrifice so we could live our lives in freedom today A young life cut short. My condolences to you and its been 17 years since that dreadful news was cast upon you , I did not know your daughter, just what I have read about her. I hope the hurt has eased but surely will never go away. God bless for her service

Dennis Marchi

April 28, 2020 | Creston, BC

Just reading again Kimberlys story. Our family was able to meet and interact with her and our daughter at PC. She was so impressive and caring. Prayers continue for the family.

Bob Couch

April 25, 2020 | Anderson, SC | Friend

Just read Kimberly's story on the internet. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you all.

Chris Smith

September 03, 2019 | Ruston, LA | Friend

Kim Straker

June 01, 2019 | Maleny AUSTRALIA

Ten years have passed since this fine young American paid the ultimate sacrifice for her country. Much has changed in those years but her courage, ideals, leadership and that wonderful smile remain shining bright. God bless you Captain Hampton, and may your family be blessed with better days and memories.

Kim Straker

July 02, 2014 | Maleny, Australia

Ten years ago you gave your life so that otherrs could have a better life. Now, forever free from human limits continue to protect your family and who has not forgotten you. Rest in heavenly peace.

Max

January 02, 2014

I went to Kimberly's memorial service in Iraq. My husband and I now own a CrossFit gym in Peoria, IL. CrossFit has various work-outs named after fallen service members. Tonight we are doing a women's only work-out and are naming the work-out after Kimberly. We will be reading her biography to our athletes tonight.

Holly Mosack

November 22, 2013 | Peoria, IL

I was in Fallujah stationed at FOB Mercury...I remember this day......when we heard of the crash....we all knew who it was...Nov 2 2003 she saved my tank section when we were under heavy firebroke down on a levee...her beautiful voice "black horse six"...its been 9 years since iraq ..but you never forget,,,she and other warriors will never be forgotten...thank you kim

robert miller

June 05, 2013 | Buffalo, WY

In memory & honor of Capt. Kimberly Hampton. We will forever be grateful for her service & sacrifice for our Country.

March 20, 2013

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