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BUCKLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. -- Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Childress was one of the July 20 Aurora, Colo. movie theater shooting victims. A memorial service is expected to be held for both service members, more information on dates and times will be posted on Buckley's website when available. (Courtesy photo)
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Reservists among victims in Colorado shooting tragedy

Posted 7/21/2012 Updated 7/23/2012

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7/21/2012 - ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- An Air Force Reservist was killed and another was wounded during the mass shooting at an Aurora, Colo., theater July 20.

Staff Sgt. Jesse Childress, 29, was among the 12 fatalities and another Air Force Reservist was among 58 wounded during a midnight shooting rampage at the Century 16 multiplex, about 10 miles from downtown Denver.

Childress, from Thornton, Colo., was a cyber systems operator on active duty orders with the 310th Forces Support Squadron, Buckley Air Force Base, Colo.

The wounded Reservist, also on active duty orders at Buckley AFB, was treated and released yesterday.

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7/26/2012 2:18:16 PM ET
He was an amazing funny gifted and giving person that will be missed by the whole Air Force Family of Professionals. I spent time with him and he always conducted himself with humility. It is no surprise that he sacrificed himself for another airman.

Sally Kennerson, Scott AFB IL

7/26/2012 1:59:55 PM ET
God Bless

Darin Miley, Lake Santee Indiana

7/24/2012 8:18:48 AM ET
Thoughts and prayers to the victims' families during this difficult time.

MSgt Ralph Betts, Robins AFB GA

7/22/2012 3:50:26 AM ET
To the family and friends Staff Sgt. Jesse Chilres May we extend our condolences and thanks for the service Jesse offered for his county. Your son will not be forgotten.Respectfully yoursTeri Elton Bechetoille

Therese Marie Elton Bechetoille, Lyon France

7/21/2012 11:24:32 PM ET
My heart goes out to SSgt Childress's family and friends.

Tom Alley, Maryland

7/21/2012 10:07:37 PM ET
This is such a tragic and senseless event. My thoughts and prayers are with SSgt Childress' family and friends. RIP SSgt Childress.

Earl Chang, Colorado Springs CO

7/21/2012 9:09:55 PM ET
Such sad news. My prayers go out to the victim's family.

Andrea, Scott AFB IL

7/21/2012 4:18:50 PM ET
As a retired reservist who had been to the Denver and Colorado Springs areas I am deeply saddened with the recent events. I wish that all members that were affected by this gruesome event be given all the assistance and love that we all can give to them. May the Lord bless all of you

George, Las Vegas NV

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