Family Remembers Life Of Dedicated Lexington Marine

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Posted: 4:53 PM Jun 20, 2008
Last Updated: 11:24 AM Jun 22, 2008

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Another service member from Kentucky has died fighting the War on Terror.

Captain Eric Terhune of Lexington was killed in Afghanistan Thursday.
Captain Terhune was a helicopter pilot for the Marines. Military officials say he was killed in action while conducting a security patrol. It was his 3rd tour of duty in 10 years.

Capt. Terhune's family said he is remembered for his love for God, his family, and his country.

"He was in the very best sense of the word, an officer, and a gentleman and a patriot," said David Terhune, Eric's Uncle.

Funeral services are set for Saturday, June 28th at Anchor Baptist in Lexington. He will be buried at Camp Nelson Cemetery.

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Posted by: David Location: California on Jul 18, 2008 at 01:30 AM
I served with Capt. Terhune in Iraq in 2007, i am sorry for your loss, he was a good friend.

Posted by: Kym Location: Texas on Jul 4, 2008 at 02:03 AM
Prayers are with his family and so sorry for your loss. Many men and women make the ultimate sacrafice for our freedom. My son is in Afghanistan right now.

Posted by: al Location: New York on Jun 29, 2008 at 07:01 PM
He was just another murdering grunt who had it coming.

Posted by: FRED ROESENER Location: BUCKS COUNTY, PENNA. on Jun 28, 2008 at 06:49 AM
SEMPER FI ERIC,,,,,IT WAS AN HONOR TO SERVE WITH U IN 1/6 STA PLATOON. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ERIC'S FAMILY. THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE ERIC!!!! (KEEP CHARGING ON BROTHER AND NEVER STOP WITH THOSE HANDSTAND PUSH-UPS!!!!!!) FRED

Posted by: Anita Location: Tennessee on Jun 24, 2008 at 09:19 PM
We were saddened to hear about the death of Eric. We are thankful for his service and his sacrifice for our country. We know he will be missed but never forgotten by all who knew him. Our thought and prayers go out to his family and friends.

Posted by: Rick Location: Georgetown on Jun 24, 2008 at 08:32 AM
Semper Fi brother.

Posted by: MJE Location: KY on Jun 23, 2008 at 11:31 AM
How selfless an act it was for this man to fight and die for our freedom. May God be with him and his family in their time of mourning.

Posted by: Jennifer Location: Lawrenceburg on Jun 23, 2008 at 10:00 AM
A dear friend from junior high school...I looked and looked for him throughout the years and I had to finally find him this way. This is devestating to me...I have never forgot him in the 20 years that it has been.....I did get to see him one time 10 years ago at a gas station wish I would of said more to him.....I didn't get a chance Great guy

Posted by: ben Location: lex on Jun 23, 2008 at 08:57 AM
There seems to be a lot of local deaths in Iraq & Afganistan as of late. What is going on?

Posted by: Theresa Location: Clay City on Jun 22, 2008 at 06:59 PM
I have a nephew serving in this, very important War on Terror, so this hits really close to home. I am so proud of my nephew and all of the other Soldiers. My prayers go out to the family of this hero. I, for one, appreciate his serviceand his sacrifice.God Bless this Marine and his family.

Posted by: H Location: hburg on Jun 22, 2008 at 09:52 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with this family. I am so sorry for your loss. I want to know how many men and women we have to lose before all this stops. My twin brother is in Afghanistan right now, and I dread that we will hear this news one day. I am sorry you all had to hear it. But I thank God everyday for the people that stand up and fight for oour country!

Posted by: kymom Location: lex on Jun 21, 2008 at 12:24 PM
My thoughts and prayers go out to this family. He was a hero. God bless all of our military families!

Posted by: Tamara Location: Waco on Jun 21, 2008 at 06:52 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this young Marine ! Thank you for the service that he did for our country ! He deserves all the recognition that he can get.

Posted by: roger Location: richmond on Jun 20, 2008 at 05:19 PM
How many highways do you think we will name after him? He deserves it and more but the politicians do not. How many would like some rules go govern the naming or remaming of highways.

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