FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – The Allen County Board of Commissioners today issued the following statement in response to the death of Marine Captain Matthew Tomkiewicz of Fort Wayne, who died in the line of duty while taking part in NATO military exercises in Norway over the weekend.
“Captain Matthew J. Tomkiewicz represented the best values of our Armed Forces and of Allen County – dedication, fearlessness, and excellence. His tragic passing reminds us of the tremendous sacrifices our soldiers and our military families make in the name of service so that our nation may continue to be a beacon around the world. May we all honor his service by endeavoring through our lives to represent the values for which he gave his life. Our thoughts are with Capt. Tomkiewicz’s family and friends.”
The Board of Commissioners is directing flags to be flown at half-staff at all Allen County buildings to honor the life of Capt. Tomkiewicz. The commissioners are asking businesses and residents in Allen County to also lower their flags until the day of Capt. Tomkiewicz’s burial.
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