British Marine Jonathan Crookes, age 26, a reservist in 40 Commando Royal Marines, was killed in an explosion while on foot patrol in Sangin, Afghanistan, in July 2010. Comrades described Marine Crookes, from Halesowen, West Midlands as a "gentle giant". His mother Sue and fiancee Danielle Davis spoke of their pride in the marine, who volunteered to serve in Afghanistan three times.
Outside the Royal Marines, he was studying for a degree in International Relations and worked as a tree surgeon and labourer. Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Paul James, said: "He was a bright, strong, fearless man with a selfless, determined, but well-humoured and affable manner; everyone admired Jonny Crookes."
Let us pray to God the Father, Jesus, all of the saints and all of the angels that Jonathan Crookes is in heaven. Let us pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen
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