Oklahoma Soldier Killed in Afghanistan

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HOOKER, Oklahoma – An Oklahoma soldier was killed in Afghanistan, the Department of Defense announced today.

Capt. David J. Thompson, 39, of Hooker, Oklahoma, and Spc. Marc P. Decoteau, 19, of Waterville Valley, New Hampshire, died Jan. 29 of injuries sustained while supporting combat operations in Wardak province, Afghanistan.

Capt. Thompson was assigned to the 3rd Battalion 3rd Special Forces Group, Fort Bragg, N.C.

His military awards and decorations include the Bronze Star medal with "V" device, Army Commendation medal (4), Army Achievement Medal (3), Army Good Conduct Medal (3), National Defense Service Medal (2), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, NATO Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, Expert Infantry Badge, Military Free Fall Parachutist Badge (Basic), Ranger Tab.

Thompson is survived by his wife, Emily, their two daughters, Isabelle and Abigail of Pinehurst, N.C, parents Charles and Freida Thompson of Hinton, Oklahoma, and sister Alisha Mueller.