Copied from one of Les's early posts.
"A few lessons here...
Don't give up till you're licked.
Don't whine and trivialize when you haven't been there.
Lets keep our profession out of the gutter...we need each other.
I have another difficult mission ahead...and if I croak...I would like on my tombstone.....
HONOUR IS A MANS GIFT TO HIMSELF"
Duke was an aviator that didn't give up, but in the end he was overwhelmed. He had indeed "been there" but didn't whine or trivialize. He remained a professional and was there for others.
He is now on that last difficult mission.
Farewell fellow aviator, may you rest in peace.
STL