Great Time to Thank, Remember a Vet

With the death of Osama bin Laden dominating headlines Sunday night, there might be no more appropriate time than now to thank any veterans in your life—and to remember those who sacrificed their lives for this country.

Bin Laden's death clearly illustrates the danger that American military personnel routinely face, as U.S forces reportedly stormed a Pakistani mansion and killed the terrorist leader, fending off gunfire during the mission.

So, take a moment to remember Chief Warrant Officer Jonah McClellan and Staff Sergeant David Day—two men from St. Louis Park who died during military service since the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. McClellan was killed in Zabul province, Afghanistan, on Sept. 21, 2010. Day lost his life in Baghdad on Feb. 21, 2005.

Of course, McClellan and Day are just two of the many people who lost their lives either during the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks or during the subsequent warfare. If there is someone you'd like to remember, please tell us in the comments below. You're also more than welcome to thank current military members or veterans who play an important role in your life today.