Industry Talk: Dave Laconte, Retired Navy SEAL and Contractor, Killed in Afghanistan
headjundi: Barry Ezell, a close friend of both me and Dave, put the video together. We all lived in a very military area, Barry is a retired LTC in the Army, and I am currently serving in the Army, partly due to Dave. I talked to him a lot about my decision to join, and he was killed within 2wks of me starting basic training. I found out when I was home at xmas after a long conversation with his son, who had just started high school. His death has had a profound effect on us all, but not nearly as great an effect as his life. He had such a heart, and was a warm, caring person, under that tough military shell. Its hard to believe its been a year since we lost him.
Cross posted below.... man, so many friends and teamates lost in training, war, and fast paced living... man oh man. God speed. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQLAmhK3bYM
Dan and company, sorry for your loss and Dave sounded like a good man. For the record, I do not know who compiled the youtube memorial video, but I did think it was very cool and I wanted to promote it here on FJ. Bravo to the producer of the youtube video, and thanks to Steve Collins at Blackice for distributing it. Rest in peace. -Matt
Our BUD/S "IBL" boat crew has lost a friend and teammate. I am glad we were classmates. The World is a better place because of you.
Dave was my second cousin. I knew him from childhood, and although we were never in close touch since then I always considered him a family hero. He will be sorely missed. Thank so much to whoever posted this tribute...we truly appreciate that you chose to honor Dave in this way.
No words can cover the sorrow of losing one of my brothers.
Beca, Sorry for your loss and he sounded like a great man and warrior. Take care. -matt
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