INDIANAPOLIS – A Chesterton, Ind., native was killed in a training mission in Texas as he worked on his West Point cadet training. A childhood friend shares her mourning process.
West Point Cadet Mitchell A. Winey, 21, was one of the nine soldiers who died in a training accident near Fort Hood when a vehicle overturned into flood waters.
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Kristin Mabry knew Winey from childhood, growing up with him in Chesterton.
She says they stayed friends the next 16 years – up until he died in Texas. She also says she’s heartbroken, and Winey was destined to do great things.
To hear the touching interview with Kristin, watch our video in the player above.
As far as funeral plans for Winey, they are pending. As soon as we learn specifics, we will list them here.
