We received some bad news yesterday. Mark Fitzgibbons, one of the guys Ryan deployed with from the 173rd, passed away. He has always been described as someone who could make people smile and laugh with his jokes and sarcasm. Ryan could probably go into much more detail about the type of person that he was and the things that they liked to do, such as playing football. All I know is that the year that they spent together, protecting each other and fighting for their country, is something that can never be described. They all had a special bond that can never be broken.
Mark had been out of the Army for a while and living in Austin, Texas. Ryan is lucky enough to be able to drive there (6 hour drive) and attend the funeral services with some of the other guys from the 173rd. Many things can be said about guys in the Army, but I think that it speaks volumes when they drop everything to travel from all parts of the US to pay respects to a fallen brother.
Sometimes there are things in life we can't explain. Things in life that may seem unfair. However, there is no doubt that people are placed in our lives for specific reasons. I know that Mark "Fitz" had a very special place and purpose in Ryan's life. That is something that will never be forgotten. Always Able and MJ4L!!!
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