John Saxby, Reconnaissance Team Leader, 3rd Brigade, 2-506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division said, “I really wish I had the chance to meet him. His ability to connect with all was like sunshine.” Reverend Larry Handwerk, who directed Mampre’s funeral said, “He was the most generous of men. Everybody experienced his charisma, his wit, his humor and his charm and overall kindness.” ![]() He gave so much of himself to other people. It was because he made everyone feel special. He added, “It only took one time to meet him to realize what a special person he was. ![]() Those of us who have had the rare gift to know patriots like Al Mampre will never let their stories or their sacrifice be lost to our collective memory.” ![]() Kris Belanger, a friend of Mampre and the commanding general of the 85th Army Reserve Support Command said, “Our Army’s DNA is shaped by those who have served before, and our modern force stands on their shoulders.
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