5 August 2010

Deepest condolences to the family, friends and comrades of Lieutenant Tim O'Donnell

The Royal New Zealand Returned and Services' Association sends its heart felt condolences to the family, friends and comrades of Lieutenant Tim O’Donnell killed in Afghanistan yesterday.

National President Robin Klitscher said Lieutenant Tim O’Donnell has made the ultimate sacrifice in serving his country.

“Lieutenant Tim O’Donnell was a brave young man who served the New Zealand Army and his country with distinction and was tragically killed while performing his duty.”

“We feel the loss of a gallant and previously decorated young officer very deeply.”

“Our deepest sympathies are with all those who loved and cared for Lieutenant Tim O’Donnell – his family, friends and his New Zealand Defence Force colleagues”, he said.

RSAs throughout the country flags will fly at half-mast over the next few days in a tribute to Lieutenant Tim O’Donnell.

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Contact:
Robin Klitscher
RNZRSA National President
027 450 8770