Jesse Armitage

What led me to dropping Jesse's name in the google search engine yesterday I don't know- I served with her on the USS Inchon over 20 years ago. What I found was devastating and has left me heartbroken and confused. Jesse was a joy to serve and deploy with. She made me laugh when I needed it. She was witty, beautiful, and liked by all. She was "cool". I always admired her ability to pull of an easy going style with high standards. I am so incredibly proud of the service and ranks she continued to achieve. I went bananas when I heard she made chief years ago. Jesse- I will eternally be sorry for spraying you with the high pressure water hose as you dropped off your ranch soiled tray in the scullery that ultimately ruined your freshly pressed uniform. I will never unsee her reaction or un-feel my immediate regret... She forgave me multiple times, but I never stopped apologizing. Oh Jesse, it with a very heavy heart that I write this. Sending love to all affected by her loss.