In the Shoals, hundreds of people gathered to remember a fallen soldier. Corporal James Tyler Lindsey, known as "Jamie", was killed in the line of duty in 2007. Now, there is a permanent reminder of Lindsey's life and the sacrifice he made for us and our country.
On this 11th day of the 11th month, courage, devotion and selfless service came into focus. At Underwood Baptist Church in Lauderdale County, hundreds of people attended a service to remember all veterans, especially Corporal James Tyler Lindsey.
Lindsey's friends spoke of good times and his wife, Michelle Lindsey, read an excerpt from a book that she says reflected the love the couple shared.
On April 12th, 2007, Lindsey died in Iraq at the age of 20. He was killed by a possible IED explosion near Baghdad. Like so many brave soldiers, Lindsey gave the ultimate sacrifice. To make sure it's never forgotten, a portion of Highway 133 in Florence, also known as Cox Creek Parkway, has been named for him.
"Jamie is a hero for our area," says Rep. Tammy Irons, (D) Lauderdale County. "There's no doubt about that. It's very important that we always remember our heroes and one thing we can do is dedicate a sign in Jamie's memory."
The portion of Cox Creek Parkway that is now Corporal James Tyler Lindsey Memorial Highway stretches from the intersection of Highway 20 to Highway 72. Lindsey's mother, Jenice Nelson, says she's thankful the state of Alabama, Lauderdale County and city of Florence chose to honor him in this way.
"I'm very proud," says Nelson.
For Nelson, it's more than just a sign, it's a symbol of her son's life.
"Wherever Jamie went, he was on this road," explains Nelson. "Everywhere I look, there's a memory of him on this road. It's a legacy."
Lindsey graduated from Bradshaw High School in 2004 and enlisted in the U.S. Army in February 2005. He served with the 25th Infantry Division of the 4th Combat Brigade in Iraq. Lindsey was awarded a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star Medal.
On this 11th day of the 11th month, courage, devotion and selfless service came into focus. At Underwood Baptist Church in Lauderdale County, hundreds of people attended a service to remember all veterans, especially Corporal James Tyler Lindsey.
Lindsey's friends spoke of good times and his wife, Michelle Lindsey, read an excerpt from a book that she says reflected the love the couple shared.
On April 12th, 2007, Lindsey died in Iraq at the age of 20. He was killed by a possible IED explosion near Baghdad. Like so many brave soldiers, Lindsey gave the ultimate sacrifice. To make sure it's never forgotten, a portion of Highway 133 in Florence, also known as Cox Creek Parkway, has been named for him.
"Jamie is a hero for our area," says Rep. Tammy Irons, (D) Lauderdale County. "There's no doubt about that. It's very important that we always remember our heroes and one thing we can do is dedicate a sign in Jamie's memory."
The portion of Cox Creek Parkway that is now Corporal James Tyler Lindsey Memorial Highway stretches from the intersection of Highway 20 to Highway 72. Lindsey's mother, Jenice Nelson, says she's thankful the state of Alabama, Lauderdale County and city of Florence chose to honor him in this way.
"I'm very proud," says Nelson.
For Nelson, it's more than just a sign, it's a symbol of her son's life.
"Wherever Jamie went, he was on this road," explains Nelson. "Everywhere I look, there's a memory of him on this road. It's a legacy."
Lindsey graduated from Bradshaw High School in 2004 and enlisted in the U.S. Army in February 2005. He served with the 25th Infantry Division of the 4th Combat Brigade in Iraq. Lindsey was awarded a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star Medal.
