North Bend soldier dies in Afghanistan


Friday, September 19, 2008 | 6 comment(s)

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A North Bend High School graduate died Thursday while serving in the U.S. Army in Afghanistan.

Lt. Col. James L. Wiley Jr., 46, was about a year into his first tour of duty in Afghanistan when he was killed, according to his mom, Ruth Wiley of North Bend.

U.S. Army personnel contacted Lt. Col. Wiley's parents on Thursday, though details of their son’s death were minimal.

“They said gunfire, but they didn’t have any detailed information,” said Ruth Wiley.

He was assigned to the 27th Brigade Combat Team, New York Army National Guard, Syracuse, N.Y.

The incident is under investigation.

No funeral arrangements have been made. See Saturday's World for the full story.
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Stuart wrote on Sep 19, 2008 9:42 PM:

God Bless Jim, his family, and his parents. I grew up with him on Florida street. When we were about 4 or 5, we used to eat sandwiches by the tree in the Circle. He didn't like the crust, so he would eat the sandwich from the middle. In high school, he played to my right on Friday nights and wrestled in the winter. He was a good, smart man. We are fortunate to have such men. Thank you Jim and thank you Mr. & Mrs. Wiley.

Daniel L. Baumann wrote on Sep 19, 2008 8:12 PM:

My prayers and thoughts go out to Mrs.Wiley and her family.

CC wrote on Sep 19, 2008 5:40 PM:

This is so sad. What terrible news to read in the paper today. I feel so sorry for the whole family.

NB Resident wrote on Sep 19, 2008 5:38 PM:

My heart goes out to the soldiers family. He was a hero God Bless all of you.

NB RESIDENT wrote on Sep 19, 2008 5:36 PM:

My heart goes out to the family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your in my thoughts and prayers.

NBer wrote on Sep 19, 2008 5:17 PM:

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.


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