Afghanistan war claims Navy lieutenant from Narragansett
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NARRAGANSETT, R.I. - Lt. junior-grade Francis L. Toner IV was killed Friday by an Afghan National Army soldier who opened fire on Toner and another sailor at a camp in northern Afghanistan, the Department of Defense said. The 26-year-old Narragansett man was scheduled to rejoin his wife, Brooke, on Wednesday. "He loved God and his country," said his father, Frank. Toner, a former prom king and running back, helped distribute shoes and clothing to Afghan children, his father said. Lt. Florence B. Choe, 35, of El Cajon, Calif., was also killed in the attack. Toner and Choe supported Operation Enduring Freedom, the government said. -- Paul Davis 
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God Bless You Lt. Toner.
May he also comfort your family at this most difficult time.
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Rest In Peace, Frankie!
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Lt. JG Francis L. Toner IV.
Words cannot comfort your sorrow or pain at this time, but know that you're in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers, that a nation of patriots and grateful Americans grieves with you.
We will never forget that he made the ultimate sacrifice for his country and us. We thank him for his heart and courage, his willingness to be apart from the ones he loved to do what he believed in.
He will not be forgotten.
Again, our most heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the family and friends of Francis.
Dee
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My heart and thoughts are w/ the family of Lt. Toner and Lt. Choe. I had the honor of serving w/ Lt. Choe and her husband while stationed in Okinawa, Japan w/ 3D MED BN 2004-2006. They may not remember me but I remember them, they were a beautiful couple. You are both the definition of true American heroes. Your honor and sacrifice will NEVER be forgotten. It is because of people like you that make me proud to serve my country and be part of the United States Navy. May you both rest in peace. -HM3 (FMF) Jennifer Voreh
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I cannot believe this has happened. I worked with Lt. Toner and Lt. Choe at Camp Mike Spann just a month ago. Frank was an outstanding young engineer and a pleasure to serve with. Lt. Chow was very proud of her son. My heart goes to out their families. I know in the heart of hearts that could have easily been me.
Their lives will never be forgotten!
Alan
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