The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
MSG Anthony R. C. Yost, 39, of Flint, Mich., died in Mosul, Iraq on Nov. 19, when a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device detonated near his position during combat operations. MSG Yost was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group, Fort Bragg, N.C.
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and fellow soldiers of MSG Anthony Yost. Please know this American will not forget the sacrifice Anthony and his family have made for their country.
I am so sorry for your loss. MSG Anthony Yost is a true hero and he is why we are able to have the freedom that we have today. He will never be forgotten and may he rest in the arms of God. May God's peace and love be given to you in this time. Our prayers are with you.
Andy was a member of my family, on behalf of Andy I would like to thank all of you for comments, prayers and words of comfort. Not only do they mean a lot to us, they would have meant the world to Andy. He believed in the cause he was fighting for. To keep us free and most of all safe.He has gone to be with the Lord.
He was a Master Sgt. Special Forces and was the Bravest Man I have ever known! We Love You Andy! WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU!
You will always be my brother and I promise to keep your memory alive forever!
Dana Whitehead
Comments For "MSG Anthony R. C. Yost":
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Sgt. Yost. God bless you and keep you during this very difficult and sad time.
Stryker Mom,
Ellen
Posted by: armymom54
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November 22, 2005 5:45 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and fellow soldiers of MSG Anthony Yost. Please know this American will not forget the sacrifice Anthony and his family have made for their country.
3-21 Fort Lewis Stryker’s Sister
Posted by: Angie Gibler
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November 22, 2005 6:50 AM
I am so sorry for your loss. MSG Anthony Yost is a true hero and he is why we are able to have the freedom that we have today. He will never be forgotten and may he rest in the arms of God. May God's peace and love be given to you in this time. Our prayers are with you.
God bless.
Posted by: parker's mom
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November 23, 2005 1:29 PM
Andy was a member of my family, on behalf of Andy I would like to thank all of you for comments, prayers and words of comfort. Not only do they mean a lot to us, they would have meant the world to Andy. He believed in the cause he was fighting for. To keep us free and most of all safe.He has gone to be with the Lord.
He was a Master Sgt. Special Forces and was the Bravest Man I have ever known! We Love You Andy! WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU!
You will always be my brother and I promise to keep your memory alive forever!
Dana Whitehead
Posted by: dana whitehead
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November 25, 2005 11:23 PM