A FATHER’S QUEST: Joe Johnson went to Iraq to avenge son’s death, but something changed (Must Read)

Atlanta Journal-Constitution ^ | October 11, 2005 | Jeremy Redmon and Ron Martz

[Former Military Chick]

What an amazing young man, amazing father, amazing family. I have to say, when I read the name Sheehan my blood boils, but to read about her in this article well Jan Johnson rocks and really put's into perspective Sheehan and her shenanigans.

I salute this family for their love of country, for what they have lost and for what they have gained.

[areafiftyone]

You forgot to post a tissue/big lump in throat alert! Amazing man and family! God bless them all!

[Former Military Chick]

PING

A father so loved his son, what an amazing dad. This was touching and insightful worthy of sending to friends and family.

[stainlessbanner]

bttt

[calrighty]

God Bless this family!

[in hoc signo vinces]

Wow...joined back up at 48, says a lot about his personal conviction and the military's need for people.

What a good story.

[Former Military Chick]

Indeed, there was just not enough room to post it all ... but I agree a hankie handy is required.

If you go to the paper there are few other links of this amazing dad and his audio contributions to the paper of his quest. It is towards the top of the article.

[Peach]

What an incredible and inspiring story, FMC. What a wonderful family.

[areafiftyone]

Thanks. I'll check it out.

[G.Mason]

Thanks. Great read.

[Tax-chick]

Terrific story!

[twigs]

I hate it when these articles make me cry at work. I like this one because it shows how complex we are. Very little in the media does that.

[blackie]

Great stuff ~ Bump!

[Former Military Chick]

Fallen Heroes Memorial: Army Spc. Justin W. Johnson

There are some wonderful comment's left in tribute of this fine soldier. Thought you might like to check it out at your liesure.

[Smokin' Joe]

Thanks for the ping. Remarkable people. It sounds like his dad is sorting things out.

[PigRigger]

Joe has one other regret. He doesn’t recall ever telling Justin how proud he was of him.....

When I look at my children I cannot help but feel overwhelming gratitude to those that serve and their families. Their sacrifice today may prevent having to see my children on the battlefield.

There is no greater love than this to lay down one's life for another....John 15:12-13

Joe, do not regret....your son surely knows of your pride and your love for him....for that I am sure of.

May God Bless a

[in hoc signo vinces]

And this article being in the AJC is remarkable in itself.

[silverleaf]

ping

[B-Chan]

Great story, but I have a couple of questions:

1. How did Dad get back in the Army at age 48?

2. How'd he get the Army to let him pick his unit and assignment?

I'm not criticizing him, mind you -- I'm just curious.

[G.Mason]

Thanks.