NJ School Surprises Kids With Dad’s Return From Afghanistan
- Posted on March 19, 2011 at 9:33am by
Meredith Jessup
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We all love to see our troops come home safe and sound from their tours of duty around the world, but perhaps no one can appreciate their return more than their families, especially those with small children.
On Thursday, two young Pemberton, N.J., school children got the thrill of their life when their dad, who had been stationed overseas in Afghanistan for the last year, made a surprise early return. Administrators at Busansky School arranged the special moment, along with the local news channel who was there to capture the heartwarming moment:
MSgt. Damian McEntee is an 18-year veteran with the U.S. Air Force. With time on the frontlines in Afghanistan behind him, McEntee has been reassigned to Italy where his whole family will join him.
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APROUDVETERAN
Posted on March 20, 2011 at 1:42pmAs a 70 year old grandfather and a Veteran, I grow ever prouder of having served and am always moved to tears by stories like this …….GOD BLESS AMERICA AND OUR TROOPS !!!
Report Post »MaggieRose
Posted on March 20, 2011 at 10:12amWonderful!! Looking forward to our own re-union when my son returns in June.
Report Post »teddrunk
Posted on March 20, 2011 at 8:32amThank the troops, but also thank the families that go un-remembered at times for their sacrifice. God bless them all.
Report Post »notreally
Posted on March 20, 2011 at 8:26amGreat video. Didn’t see it on Drudge.
GO, BLAZE!
Report Post »Hleinir
Posted on March 20, 2011 at 7:40amThese stories always make me cry, without fail, both because they‘re beautiful and it reminds me how awesome it’ll be once I see my family again.
From an Airman, thanks for the support and God bless you all.
Report Post »MaggieRose
Posted on March 20, 2011 at 10:13amWith thanks from a greatful Nation, you are not alone. All our prayers are with you. You will be home soon!
Report Post »Fina Biscotti
Posted on March 20, 2011 at 5:26amBeautiful.
God Bless our American troops.
Report Post »dontbotherme
Posted on March 19, 2011 at 11:20pmI love seeing these stories. When my son came home a few months ago, my grandson ran up (5 years old) & threw himself into daddy’s arms. Grandson looked into Daddy’s eyes, started crying & asked him if he was staying overnight. Grandpa (30year vet) turned away so no one could see him cry. It was a beautiful moment that we will not forget. God bless our soldiers and their families.
Report Post »Kansas Mom
Posted on March 19, 2011 at 11:54pmMany thanks to your husband and your son for serving…God bless you .
Report Post »Bronco II
Posted on March 19, 2011 at 7:38pmThanks I love these heartwarming stories to see our schools that support our Troops and do such wonderfull things for them it puts a smile on my face always.
Report Post »Marcobob69
Posted on March 20, 2011 at 8:15amAt last, a “news” story that isn’t doom and gloom! Thanks, guys, and a few more of those kind of stories would be greatly appreciated in this dark period we are all going through nowadays.
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