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Posted at: 11/06/2009 5:50 PM Capital Region mourns local soldier
Those we spoke with say Amy's death hit them like a ton of bricks. They're struggling with the news, while trying to remember the outgoing girl, one they recall as being dedicated, whether it be to her school, work, her hobbies or her country. The flag outside Colonie Central High School flies at half staff, a tribute to the life of Amy Seyboth Tirador.
"I used to write to her, send her packages and everything. Its just been such a devastating thing because she was a lovely girl, such a fun loving girl, a wonderful person," says neighbor Nancy Petkiewitz. She says the news is devastating. Still in disbelief, she remembers the wonderful girl next door who grew into an outgoing woman. Four years ago, NewsChannel 13 was there as family and friends welcomed Amy home on leave, surprising her with a party. "It's not like home, I can tell you that much. It's hot, its poverty, and it makes you feel good to come back home," said Seyboth that day. Before enlisting, Seyboth played the trumpet for four years at Colonie Central High School, even graduating with a ninety average. "She's local, its going to hit home pretty good," says lacrosse coach, Suzanne Pedone.Pedone says Seyboth also helped start up the girl's lacrosse program her junior year, a natural leader both on the field and off it. "She surprised me one day on the sideline. I turned around and she was there in her uniform, standing very proudly," said Coach Pedone. Seyboth's family left this morning for Dover Air Force Base where they will pick up her remains.
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COLONIE -- The Capital Region is mourning the loss of its first female soldier killed in the war on terror. Sergeant Amy Seyboth Tirador died in Iraq. Tonight, her family, friends and the community she grew up in are struggling to come to grips with the news.
The Colonie grad and Army Staff Sergeant died this week in Iraq during her second tour of duty. According to the Army, the 29 year old died from non-combat related injuries.
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