My Condolences, as a teen who grew up with his dad working in the services, I only feel deep sympathy for all soldiers lost in any conflict. I've met many soldiers in the short years i've been around, not all of them have been good guys, but all had a dedication to their trade like no other. For that, I have nought but respect for such men as your friend.

So rest assured, Tim will not just be another name on the memorial wall, he will live on in my heart and mind as a hero. God bless him and all the other soldiers fighting around the world.