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December 2, 2008 • (952) 492-2224
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- Monday, December 1, 2008 - 11:47pm
Jordan soldier dies in Iraq
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Pfc. Joshua Anderson of Jordan died in Iraq, his family learned yesterday. Anderson, a combat medic, was killed Jan. 2 in the line of duty by an improvised explosive device.
On patrol in Kamasia, Iraq, he was riding in the passenger seat of a fully armored humvee when the bomb went off on his side of the vehicle.
Anderson, 24, was serving as an active duty member of the U.S. Army, and he arrived in Iraq two months ago. He was assigned to the 6th Squadron, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Ga.
His parents are Keven and Lynn Anderson of Jordan. A 2002 graduate of Jordan High School, Anderson leaves behind his wife, Hannah, and 3-year-old daughter, Savannah.
A funeral with full military honors will be held at Fort Snelling later this month.
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Josh graduated in 2002. Sad...
Back to page topJosh graduated in 2002. Sad to see someone from Jordan had to give up his life for this war.
Thank you Josh for your sacrifice.
Thanks for the correction,...
Back to page topThanks for the correction, Andy. The story has been changed to reflect that.
(Mathias Baden is the editor of the Jordan Independent. He can be reached at editor@jordannews.com.)
My thoughts and prayers go...
Back to page topMy thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Anderson's family and friends. This will be a tough time for all of them. Mr. Anderson is a hero for his committment to protect and serve.
My prayers are with the...
Back to page topMy prayers are with the Anderson family.
Thank-you Josh for your service to our country.
Josh was a great kid and...
Back to page topJosh was a great kid and grew into a wonderful man and father. My son Tony and Josh were friends since we became neighbors when the boys were just 3 years old. We will miss you. I know your Mom and Dad were so proud of you.
Our love and prayers are with you Keven and Lynn
Love Nancy P.
My heartfelt sympathy to the...
Back to page topMy heartfelt sympathy to the entire Anderson family for their tragic loss. They gave the ultimate for this awful war. May Josh's little daughter know just what a great thing her dad did for his country.
Our prayers are with you all...
Back to page topOur prayers are with you all during this sorrowful time. Josh is a true hero and gave the ultimate gift to the people of the United States. The Anderson family, we are truly honored by his courageous sacrifice.
The wonderful community has many extraordinary men and women that are serving or have served in Iraq and I am proud to stand in recognition of their duties.
Thank you and God bless.
Our son called from Iraq...
Back to page topOur son called from Iraq Sunday morning and told us of the death of one of his highest regarded friends, Pfc. Josh Anderson. Our son is serving in Iraq in the same platoon as Pfc. Anderson out of Fort Stewart and had both their birthdays and the state of Minnesota in common. He told me Josh was like a parent to the others in the platoon. Not only was he the medic, he did the little things parents do, like having the chapstick or the throat lozenges to take care of the men in his platoon. My son wanted Pfc. Anderson's parents to know how much he was appreciated and how much he would be missed by his platoon.
My wife and I have the utmost respect for Pfc Anderson. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to Private Anderson's wife and parents. God be with you.
I can only repeat the...
Back to page topI can only repeat the sentiments of the previous posts. Keven and Lynn our hearts go out to you and your family. You are in our prayers. What a young hero josh was to join the service during a time of war and unfortunately give the ultimate sacrifice.
Ray Sandey
We would like to thank PFC...
Back to page topWe would like to thank PFC Joshua Anderson, and his family, for their sacrifice for this country. As members of the Jordan community, we are thankful, appreciative and proud of Josh's service. While words cannot convey our sympathies, know that we are thinking and praying for your family during this difficult time. May you always cherish the memories of your husband, father, son, brother, and friend.