Nicholas Starr

I can't think of Nick without recalling his occasional dramatic arrivals for work on the midnight shift wearing his kilt and playing his bagpipes, which resounded beautifully, and hauntingly throughout the otherwise mostly empty corridors of the CIA Headquarters building, following one of his outside engagements as a bagpiper. Somewhere along those hallowed halls, Nick's bagpipe notes -- and his professional contributions -- will certainly be found echoing softly even now, for those who...

I met Nick in the aftermath of the 1993 shootings. Assigned to the CIA's press office, I was Nick's contact for press and public inquiries about him and his condition. We kept up our contact after the inquiries subsided, and found other topics in common over the following weeks and months. He always had a kind word, an interesting comment, and a joke for me. He stands out for me as a remarkable example of resilience, grace, and modesty under pressure.

I am saddened to hear of Nick's passing. I was the nurse that took care of him that tragic day & with the EMT's got him into the helicopter which by luck was in the air & got him to the hospital in time to save his life. I was also his nurse case manager in worker's comp. He was the nicest gentleman & so enjoyed our visits.

From the team at Paws and Stripes, thank you for your service, Sir. Much love to your family. Stacy Bruce