Nebraska Lawmakers React To Death Of Army Reservist From Bellevue

(Des Moines, IA) — The Department of War has identified four of the six Army Reserve soldiers with the 103rd Sustainment Command based in Des Moines, Iowa, who were killed in action when Iran struck Port Shuaiba in Kuwait on Sunday. Among them is one Nebraskan: Sgt. 1st Class Noah L. Tietjens, 42, of Bellevue, Nebraska.

“Suzanne and I are deeply saddened to learn of Sgt. Tietjens death,” said Gov. Pillen. “We are holding the Tietjens family close in our hearts during this unbelievably difficult time and will keep them in our prayers. Noah stepped up to serve and defend the American people from foreign enemies around the world – a sacrifice we must never forget. Please join us in praying for the Tietjens and for all members of the United States military who stand in harm’s way to protect our freedom.” -- Governor Jim Pillen

“Angie and I are heartbroken to learn of the death of Sgt. 1st Class Noah Tietjens, a proud Nebraskan who served our nation in the U.S. Army Reserve. A native of Bellevue, he dedicated his life to defending our country and protecting the freedoms we hold dear. No words can fully express the sorrow his family and friends are enduring during this unimaginable loss. Angie and I are praying for their healing and comfort in the days ahead. We also extend our deepest condolences to the loved ones of Capt. Cody Khork, Sgt. 1st Class Nicole Amor, and Sgt. Declan Coady. These four soldiers are -American heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice, and their courage and devotion to duty will never be forgotten.” - Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02)

“Susanne and I mourn the death of Nebraska hero Noah Tietjens. Noah died in Kuwait this weekend during Operation Epic Fury. My heart and prayers are with the Tietjens family as they mourn the loss of their heroic son. May we always remember and honor the sacrifices made by Noah Tietjens and the Tietjens family.” - Sen. Pete Ricketts (R-NE)

“It is with profound sadness that I learned one of Nebraska’s own was killed in Kuwait during Operation Epic Fury. Bruce and I extend our deepest condolences to Sergeant First Class Noah Tietjens’ family as they navigate this unimaginable grief. His courage and sacrifice in service to our nation will be forever honored.” - Sen. Deb Fischer (R-NE)

The other service members named are Capt. Cody A. Khork, 35, of Winter Haven, Fla.; Sgt. Declan Coady, 20, of West Des Moines ; Sgt. 1st Class Nicole M. Amor, 39, of White Bear Lake, Minnesota. The Department of War says they died during an unmanned aircraft system attack. All Soldiers were assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command, Des Moines, Iowa.