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"Roll Call"
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"Ash Jumps - Roll Call"
Some of our Team Mates and friends go to their final resting places by taking one last jump with the Golden Knights.
The experience, known as an "Ash Jump", is a respectful and meaningful occasion for everyone.
Family and friends gather at a drop zone to witness and share in the event. In a special ceremony, a team of Golden Knights receive the ashes of their friend. The ashes are then placed in a special release bag. While in free-fall formation, the Knights release the ashes of their comrade. A videographer and/or photographer may record the event to share with the family.
Below is a list of those who made their final jump with the Golden Knights. Share what you know about these special moments, or tell us about someone who should be on the list. Click here to send a message to the Media Editor. "Blue Skies", friends.
"Ash Jumps - Roll Call"
Some of our Team Mates and friends go to their final resting places by taking one last jump with the Golden Knights.
The experience, known as an "Ash Jump", is a respectful and meaningful occasion for everyone.
Family and friends gather at a drop zone to witness and share in the event. In a special ceremony, a team of Golden Knights receive the ashes of their friend. The ashes are then placed in a special release bag. While in free-fall formation, the Knights release the ashes of their comrade. A videographer and/or photographer may record the event to share with the family.
Below is a list of those who made their final jump with the Golden Knights. Share what you know about these special moments, or tell us about someone who should be on the list. Click here to send a message to the Media Editor. "Blue Skies", friends.
| 2010 | PK Airport Raeford Drop Zone Raeford, NC |
Ronnie "RJ" Smith, was a dedicated supporter of the Golden Knights both on and off the Team. With characteristic spirit and good cheer, he continued to promote the Golden Knights with programs to schools and in the community wherever and whenever he could. He made his final jump with the Golden Knights on 09-18-2010. Click here to view a photo essay about this jump. |
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| 2010 |
PK Airport |
Norris "NJ" Hargett, one of the first pilots who flew for the Team, made his final jump with the Team on 09-18-2010. NJ helped the Team win over 50 titles. It seemed fitting that a small Cessna was used for the jump when mechanical difficulties sidelined 2 larger aircraft. The Cessna's ID included the initials "N" and "J". Click here to view a photo essay about this jump. |
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| PK Airport Raeford Drop Zone Raeford, NC |
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| 2002 | Kirby Bayer |  |
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