Sergeant David T. Weir died September 14, 2006 serving during Operation Iraqi Freedom. The 23-year-old from Cleveland, TN was a Fire Support Specialist assigned to C Company, 1st Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, Fort Campbell, KY. Sergeant Weir was killed when he encountered enemy forces using rocket-propelled grenades and small-arms fire during combat operations in Baghdad.

David loved to make people laugh. He was dedicated to his family and friends, and made a positive impact on anybody who’s life he touched.

The loss of David was felt by his entire hometown, as well as all of his Army brothers and sisters.