Another Airborne Ranger was killed in a training accident, SGT Avonye Chisolm, 1-75th. Have you known someone killed during a training event?

COL Sam Russell — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 10:09:26 -0400

Read in the Army Times this morning that a Culinary Specialist, SSG Avonye Chisolm, of 1st Bn, 75th Ranger Regiment, was killed in a training airborne proficiency jump at Galahad Drop Zone in Georgia. He shows up as an RP member. Rest in Peace brother.

https://www.armytimes.com/articles/army-ranger-dies-from-injuries-suffered-during-training-jump

Army Ranger dies from injuries suffered during training | ArmyTimes

Army Ranger dies from injuries suffered during training jump

Response by COL Sam Russell made Aug 27 at 2016 10:12 AM

COL Sam Russell — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 10:12:48 -0400

RLTW!

From SSG Chisolm's RP bio: "Well rounded, positive, capable, effective, and resilient. These are qualities that describe me as not only a Ranger but as a person. Being a part of the Ranger Regiment has taught me a great deal about myself and human behavior. With this knowledge I have been able to effectively lead individuals through daunting task with little to no sleep and food while maintaining positivity among the team in order to provide exceptional logistical support."

Response by SFC George Smith made Aug 27 at 2016 10:15 AM

SFC George Smith — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 10:15:18 -0400

RIP Lit'l Brother ... Prayers & Condolences to The Family...
I always feel the deep sorrow at the tragic Loss of out troops in Training...
I have seen it many times in the past... In Schools, FTXs, and JCETs and many Overseas Deployments
This is One of the losses that Time Never Heals
Again... RIP Lit'l Brother... Go with God and we'll see you in The Final Formation...

NoOne ever said The Training was Easy, It's How we Get the Finest Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and Marines In The world...

DOL...

Response by TSgt Joe C. made Aug 27 at 2016 10:23 AM

TSgt Joe C. — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 10:23:31 -0400

RIP! My condolences to his family, friends and fellow Soldiers.

Response by SFC George Smith made Aug 27 at 2016 10:32 AM

SFC George Smith — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 10:32:07 -0400

In Answer to the Question...
I have known many Who died or were Killed In training events ...
from Accidents in Convoys on the "Autobahn", to Drowning on JCETs In Malaysia , in Qualification Courses events to Malfunctions on proficiency Jumps, Crash landings during Night landings, to Flying into low hanging Power lines, Troops being Crushed between or Under Vehicles during Desert Training Operations... Not to mention miscalculation on "Arty" Charges, to Poor "Calculation and Placement" on Demo Charged...

may They all RIP...

DOL...

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Aug 27 at 2016 10:48 AM

CSM Charles Hayden — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 10:48:59 -0400

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Aug 27 at 2016 10:57 AM

CSM Charles Hayden — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 10:57:48 -0400

SSG Avonye Chisolm was on RP not long ago telling of his efforts to feed his Rangers outstanding meals. I had several messages from him regarding his skills and efforts. I hope he finds another kitchen to be happy in. May he RIP. COL Sam RussellTo: CSM Charles Hayden

"""Roger that CSM! only while working on the grill did I not wear headgear. It's actually within the new ServSafe Manager exam. Wearing headgear while working on extremely hot grills have the potential to singe pieces of said headgear and get into the food. Granted, it unltimately doesn't matter because of the fact the grill gets so hot it would kill any bacteria short of white phosphorus haha. But, If my superiors wanted me to wear headgear while on the grill..I follow orders CSM. Thank you for your endorsement""""

Response by SP5 Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 27 at 2016 11:04 AM

SP5 Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 11:04:18 -0400

COL Sam Russell PFC Robert Barofaldi, my enlistment buddy, killed on Sept 2, 1960 in bivouac at Grafenwoehr when an 8" round impacted the area right after morning formation.

Response by SN Greg Wright made Aug 27 at 2016 11:33 AM

SN Greg Wright — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 11:33:31 -0400

Fair winds and following seas, Soldier.

Response by LTC Jason Mackay made Aug 27 at 2016 12:56 PM

LTC Jason Mackay — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 12:56:22 -0400

An incredible loss. I got the opportunity to talk with him via RP and he was a focused and driven young man with a plan. RIP.

Response by SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth made Aug 27 at 2016 1:01 PM

SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 13:01:34 -0400

Not personally, but had a Ranger killed at one of the lakes at a place called Camp Grayling, a few weeks after we had had our annual AT one year.

Response by LTC Jason Mackay made Aug 27 at 2016 1:08 PM

LTC Jason Mackay — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 13:08:17 -0400

COL Darron Wright and I served together at Fort Carson many years ago. He was killed in a training jump. I was serving with some of his officers from his BN command when he was killed, sad day. http://www.ncosupport.com/military-news/army-colonel-death-fort-bragg.html

Army Colonel Died During a Parachute Jump

Army Col. Darron L. Wright, of Mesquite, Texas, the Corps Assistant Chief of Staff, G5, died while conducting a standard MC-6 parachute jump at Sicily Drop Zone in Fort Bragg, NC.

Response by ENS Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 27 at 2016 7:32 PM

ENS Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 19:32:27 -0400

He didn't have to make the jump, but he did anyway - a true Ranger at heart. Rest in Peace!
Also, you're right. He was a member on RP..

I've lost friends already. Most recently a friend in the same BUD/S Class as me was KIT in a parachute accident.. That stuff hurts, but you know they lived and died doing honorably.. In our memory, their legacy lives on.

Response by PFC Brandon Bates made Aug 27 at 2016 8:40 PM

PFC Brandon Bates — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 20:40:00 -0400

We had an attempted suicide back in 2006 during our final FTX for BCT. Never heard if the guy pulled through or not. Had two battles almost die prior to this. One who had to be rushed to the hospital for strep throat AFTER passing his PT test, and another due to over-hydrating. It was 130+ heat index, and he drank way too much water. Other than that, the only confirmed death I can recall by name was a soldier I trained with at Ft. Sam Houston who died on Christmas Eve due to sleep apnea while on leave with his wife and young daughters. I know it isn't due to training, but he was one hell of a motivated soldier medic, and weighed heavy on all of us. As for this Ranger who has lost his life training, Rest in Peace brother. Till Valhalla.

Response by SGT Bryan Stanley made Aug 28 at 2016 12:23 AM

SGT Bryan Stanley — Sun, 28 Aug 2016 00:23:07 -0400

I hate to see a young soldier die doing something they love. It is unfortunate. Prayers are out to the family.

Response by SSG Maxwell Goodman made Aug 28 at 2016 4:58 PM

SSG Maxwell Goodman — Sun, 28 Aug 2016 16:58:52 -0400

As a former 92G30P this is sad. RIP brother we have this until we meet at the grill in the sky. To other SM's remember one thing death will take you if your are in your first enlistment or your last, don't take life for granted. But also don't use the I am ETS'ing to stop you from being a Solider.

Response by LTC Stephen C. made Oct 19 at 2016 12:06 AM

LTC Stephen C. — Wed, 19 Oct 2016 00:06:46 -0400

LTC Yinon Weiss, here is COL Sam Russell's notice & bio of SSG Chisolm. SSG Carlos Madden

Response by LTC Kevin B. made Oct 19 at 2016 10:38 AM

LTC Kevin B. — Wed, 19 Oct 2016 10:38:48 -0400

When I was a 2LT (1993?), one of my fellow Platoon Leaders and his Platoon Sergeant were both killed in a training accident at NTC. Their Bradleys went over the edge of a wadi, and both were killed instantly. They were the leadership team for our Scout Platoon.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 27 at 2016 12:58 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 27 Oct 2016 12:58:43 -0400

Prayers go out to my brothers in arms. Such a great Soldier gone, but never forgotten

Response by SPC Nyndia Charles made Dec 18 at 2017 2:53 AM

SPC Nyndia Charles — Mon, 18 Dec 2017 02:53:02 -0500

I can't believe i am just now learning this. we worked together so many times. Last time I saw him, I was in the dfac making a cake for the Army Birthday and he kept checking on the cake. 2 months before he died, I got out the Army and went to Canada. I talked to so many people in Fort Stewart, nobody ever mentioned that. Man we can't take life for granted. I would give anything to have a last conversation with this man. RIP SSG Chisolm!!

Response by PFC Craig Karshner made Nov 17 at 2020 8:23 PM

PFC Craig Karshner — Tue, 17 Nov 2020 20:23:28 -0500

God bless you my fellow warrior and 1 75th Ranger. My condolences to your wonderful family. Rangers lead the way.. Roger that