Our walk today was dedicated in honor of:
Air Force SMSGT Jeremy K. Nelson, Age 35 of Alexandria, KY.
Died Apr. 25, 2012
Graduate of Campbell County High School. Community Applications Technology at Community College of the Air Force; Airman Leadership School, Langley AFB, Va.; NCO Academy, Hickam AFB, HI; Bachelor of Science in Occupational Education, Wayland Baptist University; USAF SNCO Academy, Gunter Annex, AL. He was the Superintendent for the 6th. Intelligence Squadron, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. He was a career Imagery Analyst. His leadership ensures Airmen are properly organized, trained, and equipped to execute the Squadron’s mission. Major Awards and Decorations: Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters, Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Achievement medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal and Iraq Campaign Medal. Operations that Jeremy supported: Military Operations, Irish Warrior, Enduring Freedom, Southern Watch, Phantom Fury, and Iraqi Freedom. He was an avid UK and Bengals fan.
He is survived by his Mother,Father, Wife & three children, Brother, and 2 sisters
We had a great 6.00 mile walk today. Our first stop was at the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Office. We then stopped to read the Pledge of Allegiance then worked our way up town to the War Memorial Park where we read several names on the Memorial Wall. We then walked by the Train Depot as we headed back to the house. It turned out to be a beautiful day even with all the rain we had this morning. I want to thank everyone who honked, waved, and saluted. We had 220 honks today. It was amazing. Thank you.
Air Force SMSGT Jeremy K. Nelson will not be forgotten !
Thank you so very much. I’m incredibly honored that you chose my son to keep his memory alive.
This means so much to me.