‘He Provided Me the Opportunity to Survive’: Woman Describes How Military Boyfriend Took a Bullet for Her During Shooting
- Posted on July 21, 2012 at 10:50am by
Madeleine Morgenstern
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A woman who survived the deadly Aurora, Co. movie theater shooting said her military member boyfriend laid on top of her during the gunfire, taking a bullet and sacrificing his own life to save hers.
Jansen Young said she didn’t realize at first what was happening when alleged gunman James Holmes opened fire on the theater where she was seeing “The Dark Knight Rises” with boyfriend Jon Blunk, according to NBC’s “Today.”
She described an object first sailing into the theater over the audience, which police have said contained an unknown gas.
“It flew up behind us…and it just went boom,“ Young said Saturday on ”Today.”
When the shooting started, she said Blunk immediately shoved her to the ground.
“He pushed my hips to the floor and he’s like, Jansen, Jansen get down and stay down,” she said. “He kind of pushed me in under the seat and pushed on me real hard and he was laying up against me, he kind of whispered in my ear, ‘There’s someone with a gun and he’s shooting people.’”
“I didn’t know, but he knew immediately that it was real,” she said.
The Pentagon said Friday that one sailor and two airmen were wounded in the shooting, and that one sailor was unaccounted for. Their names have not been officially released. A total of 12 people were killed in the shooting and dozens other injured.
Young said that even as the shooting was happening, she had a hard time believing it was real.
Image source: NBC"It was scattered," she said. "I would think it was real for a minute and then I would kind of change my mind and be like no, this can't be real, these people are acting, this can't be real."
Young said there was a woman in the row above her screaming “I’ve been shot, I’ve been shot” and said she felt wetness on her body, which she later realized was blood.
“I didn’t really know what that was, and then it was like a whole bunch of wetness everywhere and I started thinking this is — that’s definitely a water balloon, that’s too much wet to be anything but a water balloon.”
She said someone stepped on her on their way out screaming “Jessie’s been shot!’”
Young said it wasn’t until she tried to get out of the theater herself that she realized Jon was lifeless.
“I tried to shake him and was saying his name, and like Jon, Jon we’ve got to go,” she said. “I kind of poked my head up at that point and realized oh my gosh, nobody’s in here, it’s just us. There were like a few other heads here and there I could see leaving the theater but really the theater was empty…that’s when I got out and I kept thinking that was…oh my gosh, I think Jon just took a bullet for me.”
“I was thinking about what a great hero he was and he provided me the opportunity to survive,” she said. “He wasn’t just a hero last night, he has been a hero forever,” she said.
She said Blunk had planned to re-enlist in the military, telling her once, “Jansen, I was born to serve my country.”
“He was re-enlisting it was just what he wanted to do and he loved it,” she said. “He saved me and he gave me the opportunity to live, he would have done it for anyone that day…that’s just who he was.”
Young said she doesn‘t know what she’s going to do now.
“I can’t fathom not coming home to Jon,” she said. “I don‘t even know at this point if I’m willing to stay in Colorado. Three days ago I was coming back to Colorado because I was going to live with Jon, be with Jon. What am I coming back here for?”
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Comments (245)
EmbassyMarine
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:52amBronze Star for this one. As it is defined in Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 ..”that it may be awarded for bravery, acts of merit, or meritorious service. As a medal it is awarded for merit, and with the “V” for valor device it is awarded for heroism”
Pilotswife
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 12:02pmAmen.
Report Post »GIDDIONKANE
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 12:08pmagreed. That boy needs a medal ! least we can do for that kind of heroism.
Report Post »dogpatch65
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 12:11pmYes, a real hero. And he just was. “He has been forever.” And will be, forever. We mustn’t let skunks like Bloomberg turn this into something else: http://markamerica.com/2012/07/21/the-screams-you-didnt-hear/
Report Post »Lady Epona
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 1:33pmAgreed.
Report Post »Liberty2076
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 2:28pmHoo-Rah
Report Post »Fishmanone
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 2:41pmIts young men and women like this that give me hope for this great country of ours!!!!
Report Post »AmericanPatriot
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 3:46pmTotally agree! God bless all of them.
Report Post »BLACKDIAMONDSKIER
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 4:01pm“Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.” – John 15:13
Honor and love are the keys to America’s future.
Report Post »FSM_47
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 5:25pmNot eligible for a Bronze Star but would be giggle for a Life Saving medal which is a non-wartime equivalent
Report Post »a guy in texas
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 6:25pmWell they, Obama and crew, need to label this as an act of terrorism, which is a true statement, that way he qaulifies for a Purple Heart in the very least.
Report Post »AzManiac
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 7:47pmmen, Brother!
Report Post »Marine 1
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 7:52pmBrave young man. My heart goes out to his family and the young lady. I am so very sorry for your loss.
My question now, where were all the folks with their concealed weapons permits and weapons that could have stopped or limited this attack?
No one had ever try something like that with me around as I will kill them — Kimber .45 — no debate – no regret!
Again, may God bring peace to the lives of all those that have lost someone. This is a very difficult time and we all know it. Our prayers are with you all.
Semper Fidelis
Report Post »PATTY HENRY
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 8:10pmHow do you raise a kid that is okay with shooting strangers, unarmed strangers. Who wires his apartment to kill more people? Who can shoot a 3 month or 6 year old child? How do you do that? I know that the modern medicine can make people totally crazed, but this guy has been planning this for months. I would shoot my kids first before I let them hurt anyone else. Seriously. I have to wonder why this mother “knew” that they had the right place when they called? I also would NEVER let him use any Attorney for anything but being prosecuted. HE HAS NO DEFENSE. AND…if he didn’t tell the truth about how his apt. was wired, I’d have water/boarded him myself. What about these parents? WE ALL have the responsibility to raise our kids to appreciate LIFE and know right from wrong. There is NO EXCUSE for these “loners” – tough..figure out how NOT to be alone… Maybe this is also a result of trophies for nothing. WE all have a lot of cleaning up our society to do. It begins with getting the Progressive, PC, Liberals out of office. Their entire life-philosophy is opposed to Christian Teaching. I’m sorry for those Victims and all around them.
Report Post »C. Schwehr
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 8:23pmMarine 1: learn about the laws in Colorado before chastising those who voluntarily take on the responsibility of concealed carry. In Colorado, a person can carry a concealed weapon only in those areas specified by law. One qualifier is that a private business can ban weapons, concealed or otherwise from their premises. The theater chain in question here BANS LEGAL CONCEALED WEAPONS FROM THE THEATER. So in order to obey the laws of Colorado, CC license holders must leave their weapons outside when attending movies at that theater chain….
Report Post »BumperMorgan
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 9:09pmThe shooter knew concealed weapons were not allowed in the theater so there would be no resistance, only victims
Report Post »MR_ANDERSON
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 10:30pmNo, not a Bronze Star, please keep that for military action, and besides his actions go beyond the definition of all military awards.
However, these actions would clearly be covered by the Presidential Medal of Freedom or Congressional Gold Medal. Both of those are more towards what this man did, and they are more towards what this man deserves, other than his life back.
Report Post »valarie
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 12:37amDouble Amen. This Soldier looks exactly like two of my sons. God Bless him and his family.
Report Post »Msgt Ret
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 7:16amAgree 100%
Report Post »rickc34
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 10:56amThis young man was a hero, No greater gift than to give ones own life for that of a friend . This young man had more courage , morals and character than the 99%, he showed what true love is in sacrificing himself without thought of his own safety , Rest in Peace sailor . Lord watch over our men and women serving in our military , keep them safe and bless their loved ones here at home, we thank you for our freedom. Freedom is not Free it comes at a great price,.
Report Post »nmerrittsr
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 11:41amA medal would do little to dull the pain of his family’s loss, nonetheless a soldier’s medal or a bronze star is appropriate.
Report Post »nmerrittsr
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 12:17pmHe deserves a medal. A soldiers medal or a Bronze Star with V device would be appropriate. Nonethless a medal does very little to dull the pain for the loss.
Report Post »oldsoldier41
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 12:21pmChange the laws to allow open or concealed carry. If everyone is packing noone is shooting.
Report Post »woodyee
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 2:17pmAmen brother. Semper Fi.
ALL-LOST said “A toast…to those like him…Dang few left.” More than you know and, mercifully, more than I think even Obammy’s gobblement believes.
Report Post »eequinn
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 2:23pmGreater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13
Report Post »Mil-Dot
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 4:21pmSorry. As much as this man’s conduct is admirable, they do not give out bronze stars for being murdered in non-declared combat operations. But, he was a good man for sure.
Report Post »Marine 1
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 5:38pmC SCHWEHR…The more I thought about your rebuttal the more I realized that the people of Colorado really need to change their gun laws. Businesses need to allow concealed weapons as well.
This is a prime example of what happens when liberals and progressives rule. The people become the victims. If there had been one well trained person that had their weapon on them in that theater fewer people would have lost their lives.
The people of Colorado need to take this very sad event as a wake up call and change their gun laws. More people need to have their CWP’s and carry all the time.
If the liberals continue down their intended path no one will have guns or a way to protect themselves anywhere. Let’s hear it for Arizona!
Semper Fidelis
Report Post »Susie40
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 6:24pmThere were three men who gave their lives for their girlfriends that night in the theater. Yes. Bravery.
Report Post »patsne
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 7:30pmCan’t agree more! I always wish the media could use a bit of psychology in thier coverage – still cover the story truthfully – but make an effort to highlight stories of heroism on the part of those targeted by these sickos – and whenever they focus on the murderer, protray them as cowardly, week, shameful, pitiful, etc. That might go a long way in discouraging the copy cats – it seems they want to have all the attention, induce terror and fear, be godlike in their power of life and death. I say portray them in ways that make them seem small, pathetic, powerless – that is why they stooped to murder, because they were a wimpy, pathetic loser who had no other way to feel powerful. Also – less focus on them and more on the heroism of those targeted? Not sure if I’m on the right track but maybe it might help?
Report Post »mtcountrygrl
Posted on July 23, 2012 at 2:21amWhenever my husband is out with me or the kids, he carries. Legal or not. He believes his obligation to protect his family trumps any gun laws. That is why I love him. And this young man is a hero!
Report Post »BeeDee
Posted on July 23, 2012 at 7:40amSmart man to recognize what was happening and take action immediately. Sad to lose someone like that. This country needs more people like that.
Report Post »Wistumpy
Posted on July 23, 2012 at 11:07amAnd that is what makes our military great!
Report Post »Beckaj
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:52amVery moving story. Poor girl will have a difficult time ever finding another man who will live up to a hero who saved her life. If I were her, I would move elsewhere and try to start fresh.
Report Post »THERAPTURCOMES
Posted on July 23, 2012 at 10:59amLORIANN12
Couldn’t have said it better myself
Report Post »THERAPTURCOMES
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:49amNow that is a man and I am ashamed to say so man RAN while women and children were being shot.
I did a video expressing my rage at the feminization of men in this country.
http://youtu.be/7kWdyvLhN9Y
Report Post »johnpaulkuchtajr
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 6:11pmHey Rapture,
What are your thoughts about ex-USA Major Nidal Hasan still not tried for that little fracas of “work place violence” that he was involved in a while back at Fort Hood?
You reckon that the Ayatollah Obama wants to keep that trial under wraps until after 6 Nov 12?
Report Post »THERAPTURCOMES
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 6:20pmJOHN
I thin Obama is a full on muslim and I doubt it ever comes to trial because Isaiah 17:1, Isaiah 19, and Psalm 83 followed by Ezekiel 38 & 39 are all about to take place and a pretty nasty world wide war is about to happen.
No one will even care because somewhere in the middle or beginning of all that the rapture is going to happen
This world is fixing to just get plain crazy
Report Post »CatharineDenver
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 12:36amI just watched your video and you are the 1st one who has mentioned this but it is true. He could have been taken down and so many lives would have been unaffected. Or he could have been jumped from behind as he moved up the aisle from the front.
Report Post »THERAPTURCOMES
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 11:33amCATHARINE
It is just so sad to know that men ran while that animal lined up his sights on a child. This enrages me to the point I can’t see straight.
Report Post »loriann12
Posted on July 23, 2012 at 7:28amYou are so right. I think I (being a veteran) am more man than those that ran, thinking only of themselves. And it IS the plan of the left to feminize our men. I’m one of the lucky women who has a real man for a husband. He would have done the same thing, pushed me to the ground and protected me. Had I been there alone, I would have been trying to protect those weaker than me, the children. Because of my military training, I would have tried to protect anyone. It’s a shame that the only way he could have been “taken out,” was if someone chose to disobey the law and carry a weapon. Gun laws will only make criminals out of honest Americans.
Report Post »1snake1
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:45amAnyone who would try to use this young mans death to push an agenda (either right OR left) is a sick POS who doesn’t deserve to live in this country.
Report Post »AmericanPatriot
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 3:48pmNo agenda. Just recognizing a herotic act by what appears to be a very courageous young man.
Report Post »rxdawg72
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 9:09pmOnly the left is trying to make this political. Go figure.
Report Post »Baja
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:44amI can’t find suitable words. Thank god for men like Jon.
Report Post »johnpaulkuchtajr
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 5:57pmWe’ve always had men like Jon, thankfully, but the push is on to make the military a less-than-optimum career choice for our best and brightest.
Now I just wonder who would do something like that?
Would it be people who hate America?
There you go, hoss fly.
Report Post »Maximus_Delta
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:43amThat is a man and a hero!!!!
Report Post »Hang the Bastard in the public square instead of giving him 3 square meals and bed to sleep on the rest of his days!!!
OutOnTheTiles
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 12:05pmI’m starting to agree with having very public executions again in this country. Hang-em or Shoot-em, in the full view of the public. We’ve become so sanitized in our capital punishment and it takes so long for justice to be served that it has ceased to serve as a deterent.
Report Post »RHO1953
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 12:13pmThere are people that would commit heinous crimes just so they could be executed publicly. We have a sick culture, probably beyond saving.
Report Post »GJPinks
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 2:54pmBetter yet, announce publicly that he will be release, provide the time, location, that no cameras will be allowed in the area and no law enforcement people will be there. Worked fine in Skidmore MO.
Report Post »OutOnTheTiles
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 5:12pm“There are people that would commit heinous crimes just so they could be executed publicly. We have a sick culture, probably beyond saving.”
Probably……….Cannon Fodder………but I doubt that that would be the norm
Report Post »davidroneal07
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 3:00amI work in a prison and I know even though he will be put in PC(protective custody) Some how some way he will get stuck because all inmates hate people like this equally!!!!! All inmates can relate with someone that was there. They all have family members that were those ages. Many have kids and there was a time when their kids were 3months old or 6 yrs old so I think I’d rather death row!!!!!
Report Post »greggor
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:37amFor the rest of her life, she gets to live with the knowledge that yes, her man really would take a bullet for her. He did.
Report Post »God bless her.. as the days wear on, she will most certainly have to come to grips with that.
C. Schwehr
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 8:29pmThe best thing this young lady could do would be to continue living her life in such a way as to honor the young man who valued his life above hers…..Live an honorable life, Jansen..raise your future children to good citizens, and above all tell them of his sacrifice which allowed them to live unto future generations…..He didn’t just save your life, Jansen. He saved your future.
Report Post »idarusskie
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 8:52ameven if the next guy she ends up with would not take a bullet for her know this that someone thought her valuable enough to die for.
Report Post »sndrman
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:33amchivalry is not dead………….but among the liberal/socialists it’s a dead dead act…………..only gov’t can provide chivalry……..if obama had a son he would not be like this fine young man
Report Post »biohazard23
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 1:19pmTo a liberal, chivalry is an anti-feminist, misogynistic, and old-fashioned idea that falsely implies men are superior. I’ll take my chivalrous, conservative, God-fearing husband over any of those lame, selfish liberal pansy types any day. In order to protect us, he, too, would take a bullet for me and our kids without a second thought.
God bless Jon for his sacrifice and his parents for raising such a fine young man.
Report Post »Godfather.1
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 3:04pmYou know what, you both are right. No Democrat or liberal would do anything to save his family. He would just run out of the theater like a little girl screaming. When we look back through history, if there is only one constant, it is that Democrats and liberals would never do anything to protect or save their families. They are all just immoral, evil people.
However, if history can teach us one thing, it is that the minute you become a conservative, you will immediately be willing to take a bullet for your family, something that no Democrat or liberal has ever done in the history of the world.
You two are really despicable in thinking that this has anything to do with being a liberal or conservative and that a liberal man wouldn‘t take a bullet for his family or that he wouldn’t do anything in his power to protect his family.
Report Post »biohazard23
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 6:06pmGodfather, a liberal would certainly do anything to protect his family. He would do anything if that list of available options includes hugging it out with the perp, trying to empathize with him, offering him some sort of victim status to justify his horrendous actions, and possibly holding a discussion panel to talk about alternative ways for the bad guy to express his criminal rage. Looney libs don’t want anyone to have any means of defending himself or his family because it might somehow violate the sensibilities of the criminal. Notice how the very first thing libs screamed about was taking guns away from everyone? So yeah, being a conservative makes one far more inclined to think of himself and his family instead of the rights of and the possible excuses for the heathen criminal element so precious and dear to the liberal mindset.
Good evening to you, and sleep well with your bleeding heart.
Report Post »Godfather.1
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 7:25pm@BIOHAZARD23
It appears that you are unable to see anything beyond political affiliations. You are a perfect example of what is wrong with this country and its government. People like you cannot just see something for what it is and have to look at everything through the prism of politics. Guess what, there are some things, like person this story is about, that has nothing to do with politics. Yet, people like you still try to put a political spin on it and attack your political opponents.
If you truly believe what you said above, I feel sorry for you and your family. Your children clearly have a parent who needs to be committed.
Report Post »Cavy2see
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 8:32pmWe are such a messed up country…our church says thou shall not kill…and our God made that a commandment…but today our commadments are ignored…but someone who is so sick that he did this…should not live…he will do it again…Charlie Manson…is an example…we have been paying for him for what at least 40 years…has he repented…???? I know we shall all have to answer for our lack of keeping the commandments…but we should make the people go to the beyond to meet our maker and He shall judge the person who killed the many and made others suffer all of their life….just a point from me you all and Sndrman…sad world we live in…I believe we are in the dark ages once more…
Report Post »Obamujahadeen
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:27amA real man. What our military used be filled with and still is but sadly being used as guinea pigs in leftist social engineering and I as an American feel terrible this has happened to them while we‘re the ’generation in charge’ and feel this ”69th rear advancing buttalion” (sic) (and sick;) thing has to be reversed without prejudice.
It’s so demoralizing it even demoralizes non military Americans, it does me and everyone non military I know.
Report Post »AllLost
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:26amA toast…to those like him…Dang few left.
Report Post »oldeagle101
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:23amAs a retired military man I salute him with honor.
Report Post »hifi74
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 12:02pmAye, as do I
Report Post »82dAirborne
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 12:55pmAgreed.
Report Post »armymp
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 1:16pmI salute you Jon. You were… and are… one of America’s finest. God bless you sir.
Report Post »Rumrunner3
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 1:27pmGod Speed and God Bless.
Report Post »MDSBigPaPa
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 2:48pmSlow reverent SALUTE. Stand down Jon your Mission is complete and your Duty is done; Rest in the Peace of the Arms of the Lord.
Report Post »Raven249
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 3:54pmWell said. Prayers with the girlfriend and the families.
Report Post »Choctaw25
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 4:52pmJon, I would have been proud to have you as a member of my team.
Report Post »Your parents can be very proud of their son.
davidroneal07
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 3:16amSemper FI….. Do or die.. Jon did and his memory will never die….. Pass this on Jansen to your future kids(Have a family) Your boyfriend gave his life so you could live a fulfilled life so live each day knowing how amazing it is!!!! I can’t imagine how difficult this must be but take one day at a time….. Cry when its time to cry……. Laugh when its time to laugh…… Smile when it’s time to smile!!!!! Jon will be looking down on you and I bet he will want to see a smile on your face!!!!!!! and see you living life to the fullest!!!!!!! I know it will be hard but do it for Jon…… God Bless.
Report Post »earl_k
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 1:17pmI have a Silver Star, among other awards, from Viet Nam.. I would HAPPILY award it to this young lady in memory of him!
Report Post »RichardDBeck
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:23amTypical example of the Normalcy Bias. People you need to break out of the sheep mindset. This great American Hero was not a sheep. He saw the world for how it truly is and this is why he made the choice to give his life. If he had a gun on him there is no question in my mind that he would have dropped that crazy syco in a heart beat!
Report Post »forthepeople
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:36amAmen : We are but ‘ Sheeple ’ being lead to slaughter
Report Post »barber2
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 1:52pmThis is the time to honor a hero not to insult others with this divisive “sheeple” crap. The anger simmering within is dangerous, dude. Haven’t you LEARNED anything from this mess?
Report Post »forthepeople
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 4:30pmSeems never quite the right time ‘ to tell the truth ’ ( facts ) and that’s very much part of the problem ?
Report Post »tomeagle55
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:22amlet us not forget, this young man is what america really is and let us follow his courageous example.
Report Post »midwesthippie
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:59am…this man is the EXCEPTION for what the real America has unfortunately become…a bunch of whiny, puny, cowards that do little more than play video games, watch tv, and constantly texting and tweeting on their precious cell phones…he did show the real America what true bravery and selflessness is…she is one lucky girl to have known such a man…
Report Post »BS61
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 12:03pmYes, I think you are right! My sis who scored as a Socialist on the Nolan test, still does not hate America, still supports our troops, still believes that we do no bow to Islam gives me hope.
Report Post »TruthisHealthy
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:21amJon is an American hero! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Jon’s family and friends. Heartbreaking.
Report Post »forthepeople
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:21amSome of the questions these reports ask, I would ask them ‘ are you serious, can you hear yourself ‘ ?
Report Post »mikenleeds
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:19amthank GOD for the few patriots we have left in this country .Real Americans always steps up when needed
Report Post »RepubliCorp
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:18amSo sad……… makes me wish I had a magic wand and I could make it all better.
Report Post »pattybbb1
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:39amme too.
Report Post »dullsville
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:17amA silver lining in this black cloud–
There may be crazies who will do evil, but there are many more remarkably good people like this hero.
God bless him and his loved ones.
Report Post »jcizarter
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:16amHer boyfriend is a wonderful person. He is with YHWH today. King Solomon says in Ecclesiastes 12:7 And the dust returneth to the earth as it was, and the spirit returneth unto God who gave it.
Thank YHWH for heros like John.
Report Post »1snake1
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:45amYou do realize that no matter how he died if he didn‘t accept Jesus as his lord he isn’t anywhere NEAR Heaven, right?
Report Post »RedNeckMormon
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:59am1snake1 does not have the authority to make those kind of judgements….God holds all power and authority to judge a persons heart and soul. A line from a western that I liked rings true.
Report Post »“The Creator is tough but he ain’t blind“ and remember the scripture about ”no greater love”
BetterInformed
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 1:25pm@1snake1
Above you b!tch about pushing agendas. Then you come down here and preach your cr@p. There are many religions represented here all professing sorrow and support in this time of tragedy. We Christians and others don’t need your foolish little lecture.
Report Post »barber2
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 1:56pm1Snake is just one of the many little angry, anarchists who have Occupied the Blaze of late. They are divisive Trolls who , like the sicko we are now reading about, are attracted to all things angry, destructive , and hateful.
Report Post »THERAPTURCOMES
Posted on July 22, 2012 at 11:39am1SNAKE!
You are correct and I take note that you are being attacked by people like mormons for stating a TRUTH. I also note that the mormon noted that many religions are gathered together and I believe that is what the one world end time government is pushing for.
Remember this is a Glenn Beck site and he is the front person with the “we the religious people must band together” movement
I pray that that young man believed upon the death burial and resurrection of Jesus
Report Post »DevotedDad
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:14amWhere is the public on this one?
We need to help this women and put pressure on the military to give her benefits.
I dont want to hear anyncrap either.
This guy loved his Countey, loved the military, and died for this woman.
These cowards in Washington do NOTHING and get benefits FOR LIFE!
Start a pledge please.
Report Post »jcizarter
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:21amWhy does she need benefits?
Report Post »forthepeople
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:24amSadly our government has already spent that money 5 Five Time Over ! ( on people who do not deserve it nor give a crap about this country )
Report Post »tomeagle55
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:24amamen
Report Post »forthepeople
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:28amJCIZARTER : “Why does she need benefits? ” good question .
On the other hand Devoteddad: I’m sure there will be a fund you can send your own money to ?
Report Post »randy
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 12:08pmYeah, lets just give 700 grand to a grandma on a bus being bullied by little hoodlums.
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forthepeople
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 4:33pmRandy : you are so correct too… ‘ The world seems upside down at times ’.
Report Post »borderbratz
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 10:19pmUmm NO. He wasn’t under contract he was going back to re-up and as far as the US Military is concerned, girlfriends are not wives. It HAS to be that way for good logical reasons. You are speaking from a place of emotion which I appreciate, but it does not serve in this situation.
Regards,
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forthepeople
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:12amJon did something for another that our politicians are not willing and would never to do for US ?
Report Post »chips1
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 1:11pmPoliticians were the shooter. Protecting yourself is illegal.
Report Post »2ndrevolution
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:10amMy thoughts and prayers are with you and Jon’s family. May Jon rest in peace.
Report Post »Whiplash
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:08amWhat a courageous young man….a true hero in every sense of the word. May he rest in peace and the young lady find future happiness for herself.
Report Post »lfoa
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:04amSaddening…
Report Post »rikyt74
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:03amGod bless this American hero!
Report Post »CatB
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 11:25amAmen
Report Post »Sir_Eric
Posted on July 21, 2012 at 2:22pmGreater Love has no man that he give his life for…………
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