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  1. One last farewell to Major Ryan David who was buried to rest Saturday. Over 1000+ attended to pay their respects including the Govenor and a 2 star General. RIP Major David. "The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from North Carolina (Ms. Foxx) for 5 minutes". -Speaker of the United States House of Representatives. "Mr. Speaker, it is with sadness that I rise today to honor the memory of Major Ryan S. David of Boone, North Carolina, who was a member of the North Carolina Air National Guard. On July 1, his Charlotte-based C-130 crew crashed in South Dakota while battling the State's White Draw fire. Major David was an experienced navigator who joined the National Guard in 2011 after completing Active Duty service in the U.S. Air Force. He is survived by his wife, Jenny, and his infant son, Rob. Along with Major David, Lieutenant Colonel Paul Mikeal of Mooresville, Major Joseph McCormick of Belmont, and Senior Master Sergeant Robert Cannon of Charlotte gave their lives in service to our country. There's no question of the bravery and commitment of these men, and we are very grateful to them. My heart goes out to the families of these heroes and their Air National Guard colleagues. May God grant them comfort in this time of loss, and may He bless the sacrifices of these fallen." - Rep. Virginia Foxx of NC "Mr. President, today I wish to honor six brave airmen with the North Carolina Air National Guard who died or were seriously injured while fighting South Dakota's White Draw Fire. Lt. Col. Paul Mikeal, Maj. Joseph McCormick, Maj. Ryan David, and Senior Master Sgt. Robert Cannon were killed July 1 when their C-130 firefighting plane crashed near Edgemont, SD, as they battled a large forest fire in the Black Hills. Two crewmembers survived the crash but were left in critical condition. Men and women in our armed forces put their lives on the line every day for their fellow servicemembers and for all Americans. They serve in the hope that these daily sacrifices will ensure a safer and more prosperous United States. Their actions are not in vain nor forgotten, and members of our armed services are continually in our thoughts and prayers. Airmen fighting these fires are necessarily exposed to dangerous conditions in order for firefighters on the ground to have the chance to contain these wildfires. The importance of these domestic actions by the Air National Guard cannot be overstated. They are fighting to save our homes, our businesses, and our communities from devastating fires, often flying in very dangerous terrain. The names of the fallen airmen will be added to a memorial at the unit's headquarters and their service likewise praised. Great Americans such as these continue to answer the call whenever and wherever they are needed. Our hearts go out to the families and friends of Paul, Joseph, Ryan, and Robert, and I ask my colleagues to join me in commemorating the lives of these men." - Senator John Thunes of SD The last photo taken of Major Ryan S. David. "With all the wildfires out west, I'm ready for the call to ride baby! Driving back up to VA in the morning for work...I'd rather be flying on a MAFFS Mission." Facebook, Major Ryan S. David "I'm leaving for Charlotte in an hour. Putting on the Superman cape and headed to Colorado on Saturday for my first MAFFS! Firefighting with the C-130 for my non-military family and friends. -Facebook- Major Ryan S. David. Rest In Peace Superman. You will be missed.
  2. 1) How long have you been a member of Husker Nation? 2 yrs 2) What/who led you to The Nation? My brothers and I watched the Huskers play the Sooners every Thanksgiving Day on the Air Force network. We were in elementary school at that time. Just young kids. We didn't realize we would eventually end up living in Nebraska. We were Husker fans when we arrived. 3) Where are you from originally? Philippines 4) Where do you live now? La Vista, NE 5) Favorite Husker memory? Watching the Huskers play the sooners Thanksgiving day in the Philippines as a little kid. Who knew we would end up in Nebraska? 6) Worst Husker memory? Losing to Texas in the Big 12 championship game. 7) Number of home games attended? Too many to count, but lots. Went to every game last year. 8) Number of away games attended? Too many to count. Went to every away game last year, but two. 9) Favorite Husker memorabilia/apparel? Signed autograph from Ndamukong Suh and Joe Ganz. I'm not much of an autograph seeker, but my 10 year old at the time wanted their autographs. Both are fine gentleman and they didn't hesitate to give us their autographs on a Husker magazine. 10) Favorite place to watch a Husker game? (section in Memorial, bar, friends house etc.) I'm not a season ticket holder, but any where in Memorial Stadium works for me. I just want in!!! 11) Favorite all time player? Tommie Frazier 12) WCO or Option? No brainer-OPTION!! 13) Stevie Pederson or Billy Byrne? Are you serious???? I'll take BILLY!!! He helped take A&M out of the Big 12 and gave the bird to TEXAS. 14) Lil Red or Herbie Husker? Lil Red, but it wouldn't be Nebraska Football with out Herbie. 15) Favorite Husker play? Sprint option- Tommie Frazier 16) Favorite game-day beverage? Beer 17) How did you find HuskerBoard? (referral source) google
  3. N-Staters: Have you ever lived outside of Nebraska? Born in the Philippines (military brat) Where have you lived the longest? Nebraska Where has been your favorite non-Nebraska place to visit/live? Guam. It's like Hawaii with out the tourist. Where is your ideal place to live? In my dream house on an acreage. Work: What is your current occupation? Project Manager - Logistics What has been your best job ever? Working as a cart boy at the base commissary. Worked purely on tips, could come and go as I wanted and always made enough for gas and McDonalds. Worst job? Selling gym memberships. I would pull names out of a box to find the winner of a free trial membership. Hint, everyone was a winner, but me. HATED IT!!! Dream job? I wish I was John Madden making millions of dollars off a video game with my name on it. Now that's a dream job!!! Hobbies: What do you enjoy doing in your free time? Spending time with my sons, fishing, camping, and enjoying the great outdoors. Strangest/most interesting hobby, skill or personal anecdote? I still believe I'm a great break dancer, but others say, NOOOOOOOO......
  4. Two great videos showing what these Airman do every day for our country. http://jalopnik.com/5923978/amazing-video-of-plane-dropping-fire-retardant-on-a-wildfire http://www.wcnc.com/news/local/Tribute-video-created-for-fallen-C-130--161473955.html
  5. We lost an American hero Sunday night. Major Ryan David and three others serving in the National Guard lost their lives fighting forest fires in South Dakota. Their C-130 crashed Sunday night. Two others were severely injured in the crash. Major David graduated from Bellevue East where he was a standout football player. He was a die hard Husker fan Washington Redskins fan. He loved his wife and son with all his heart. He had an infectious smile that would brighten the room. He always saw the positive side in life. Let's remember all those who serve our country and honor those who lost their lives for us. RIP Major Ryan S. David. You will always be remembered. One last time, GO BIG RED! Just for you Major David! http://www.charlotte...e-me-smile.html http://www.ketv.com/...8z/-/index.html http://www.kmtv.com/.../161301585.html http://www.wcnc.com/...-161308465.html
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