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The family of Army 1st Lt. Tyler Feehan spoke publicly Tuesday about the 25-year-old Georgia native’s unwavering commitment to military service and his eagerness to deploy to the Middle East. Feehan was killed July 18 when an Iranian drone struck Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, making him one of three U.S. service members who died in the attack. His mother and fiancée shared memories of his optimism and determination during an appearance on “The Story.”
Shari Feehan expressed gratitude for the nation’s recognition of her son’s sacrifice. “We are so proud of him, and it’s just so touching that the country is also sharing in that pride with us,” she said. Feehan’s fiancée Claire Fletcher recalled his enthusiasm about finally putting his training into practice in an operational capacity.
Fletcher described Feehan as consistently upbeat during his final weeks before deployment. “He was positive the entire time, and he was always like, ‘Oh yeah, I did so great today. We shot down 10 missiles,'” she told Fox News. Though reluctant to see him leave, Fletcher supported his commitment to his career and his desire to make a difference.
Military service runs deep in the Feehan family. His father served 26 years in the Army, establishing a legacy that Tyler continued through his assignment with the 2nd Battalion, 55th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 32nd Army Air and Missile Defense Command at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
Feehan was laid to rest Friday at Georgia National Cemetery, buried alongside his grandfather, a Vietnam War veteran who died days after his deployment. His mother described the cemetery as a peaceful final resting place where the two family members could rest side by side. President Donald Trump invited the family to return home aboard Air Force One, during which Shari Feehan said the president was genuine in discussing her son’s character and accomplishments.
Feehan will receive the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and Combat Action Badge posthumously, recognizing his service and sacrifice.
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