Maj. Gen. John Rossi was found dead July 31 at Redstone Arsenal, two days before he was to assume command of Army Space and Missile Defense Command.
Maybe nothing, but caught my eye....hhhhmmmm....
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2016/10/29/army-says-2-star-general-committed-suicide-on-alabama-base.html
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QuoteWASHINGTON – The Army said Friday it has determined that suicide was the cause of death of a two-star general who was found dead in his home on a military base in Alabama.
Maj. Gen. John Rossi was found dead July 31 at Redstone Arsenal, two days before he was to assume command of Army Space and Missile Defense Command.
He is the first Army general to commit suicide on active duty since record-keeping began in 2000, according to the Army. Military suicides soared earlier this decade and remain a major source of concern; they typically have affected lower-ranking military members.
Rossi, a West Point academy graduate and an air defense artillery officer by training, had just moved onto Redstone Arsenal and was scheduled to be promoted to lieutenant general when he took command of Space and Missile Defense Command.
A written statement by the Army on Friday made no mention of what might have prompted Rossi to take his own life.
The Rossi family issued a statement through the Army expressing thanks for wide support and urging those who may need suicide-prevention help to seek it immediately.
"To the Army, he was Maj. Gen. Rossi," it said. "To us, he was John -- husband, dad."
"We ask for the time and space to grieve in private, and for the Army to continue to better understand suicide, and to help and treat those in need," the family statement added. "For our family, this has been an incredibly painful time, and we ask that you continue to keep us in your thoughts and prayers. To all the other families out there, to the man or woman who may be facing challenging times, please seek assistance immediately. Compassionate and confidential assistance is available."
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2016/10/29/army-says-2-star-general-committed-suicide-on-alabama-base.html
Might be worth keeping an eye on this one... Two days before assuming a new command?
US ARMY SMDC is at the heart of the Secret Space program..
It may be nothing but yeah it's a
RED FLAG
He did cause some headaches back in March saying the National Guard brigades weren't ready for intense operations as regular army brigades.
http://breakingdefense.com/2014/03/ngaus-escalates-guard-army-conflict-another-notch/
or just another bunker baby headed to china.imho.
the scorched earth comment caught my eye.hmm yellowstone?
just reread that last article from "march",its comments are 3 years old?
I agree with Zorgon this needs watching... A general kills himself two days before assuming command of one of the mega mojo elite units?
Bovine feces.
8)
Seeker
Quote from: robomont on November 03, 2016, 04:17:40 AM
the scorched earth comment caught my eye.hmm yellowstone?
Scorched earth is an expression that means, if I'm not mistaken, destroying all things that may be useful to the enemy when we have access to them, like people burning their crops before running away from an invading force.
Quote from: robomont on November 03, 2016, 04:25:05 AM
just reread that last article from "march",its comments are 3 years old?
That's because that article is from March
2014. :)
Quote from: ArMaP on November 03, 2016, 10:24:22 AM
That's because that article is from March 2014. :)
Yes it was an old article but one of the top search returns on Gen. Rosi that's why I posted it.
This whole thing could just be coincidence but it is unusual.
this announced suicide also caught my eye.. so many wierd things going on
so i went to look and this is all i've found so far
http://www.waaytv.com/redstone_alabama/update-new-information-about-the-death-of-major-general-john/article_c31c1f2c-5a4c-11e6-ab01-cbda97025802.html
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We have an update about the death of Major General John Rossi, who was found dead in his home on Redstone Arsenal Sunday afternoon.
We have learned that Rossi's family will remain on Redstone Arsenal for the time being, assisted by a military casualty assistance officer.
According to the Space and Missile Defense Command/ Army Forces Strategic Command Mrs. Rossi is originally from El Paso Texas, and the family is tentatively planning a memorial service at Fort Bliss, Texas.
The circumstances surrounding the death have not been released but we do know that the US Army Criminal Investigation Command has the case.
http://www.cid.army.mil/index.html...see below
They have not said that foul play is suspected.
The military is conducting the autopsy at Fort Campbell in Tennessee.
Rossi was to take command of the US Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command on August 2nd. He was to take over for the outgoing Lieutenant General David Mann who was set to retire but will now remain in his position indefinitely.
General Officers must be nominated by the President and approved by Congress and Congress will not go back into session until September. They will remain in session for only a few weeks until they break again in October.
Redstone Arsenal's Senior Commander Lieutenant General Larry Wyche released the following statement:
"Our thoughts and prayers are with Maj. Gen. John G. Rossi's family," Lt. Gen. Larry Wyche, Army Materiel Command deputy commanding general and Redstone Arsenal senior commander said in a news release. "We share their grief during this time of loss. Our priority right now is to take care of the family, ensuring they have all the resources they need during this critical time."
Check back for updates.
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Two-Star General Died by Suicide, Army Says
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Maj. Gen. John Rossi committed suicide: U.S. Army investigation ...
www.washingtontimes.com/news/2016/.../army-says-2-star-general-committed-suicide...
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Army: Two-star's death ruled a suicide
By: Michelle Tan, October 28, 2016 (Photo Credit: David Vergun/Army)
Maj. Gen. John Rossi, who this summer was just days away from taking command of U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command, died by suicide, the Army announced Friday.
"This is a tremendous loss for the Rossi family and, indeed, our entire Army family," the Army said in a statement. "Maj. Gen. Rossi was a respected leader, valiant warrior and trusted friend who gave more than 33 years of service to this nation."
Rossi, 55, died July 31 in his on-post home at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. He most recently served as the commanding general of the Army Fires Center of Excellence and Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Before that, he served as the director of the Army Quadrennial Defense Review Office in the Pentagon.
"We appreciate the kindness and support of our extended Army family as we have worked through these difficult days," Rossi's family said in a statement provided by the Army. "To the Army, he was Maj. Gen. Rossi. To us, he was John, husband, dad."
Rossi's family also asked for time and space to grieve in private.
They also asked for the Army to "continue to better understand suicide, and to help and treat those in need," the statement said. "For our family, this has been an incredibly painful time, and we ask that you continue to keep us in your thoughts and prayers. To all the other families out there, to the man or woman who may be facing challenging times, please seek assistance immediately. Compassionate and confidential assistance is available."
Rossi's death came as a shock to the Army, as he was just days away from assuming command of Army Space and Missile Defense Command. He had arrived at Redstone Arsenal just days before his death, after relinquishing command of Fort Sill in July. He was to succeed Lt. Gen. David Mann as commander of SMDC.
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Incoming commander for Army Space and Missile Defense Command dies
In its statement, the Army said Rossi's death is "a painful reminder of the tragedy of suicide as we continue to better understand its causes and warning signs."
"While we have focused our attention on young people – who make up the bulk of our force and for whom suicide is the second leading cause of death nationwide – the most recent data show middle-aged Americans are the fastest-growing at-risk population," the Army said. "Suicide knows no common race or age, gender or position."
Rossi grew up on Long Island, New York. He graduated from West Point in 1983 and was commissioned as an air defense artillery officer, according to a biography provided by the Army.
During his time in the Army, Rossi served in the United States, Korea, Germany, Southwest Asia and Iraq, commanding at every level from battery to the Fires Center of Excellence.
He is survived by his wife, Liz, and their three children and one grandchild.
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Thanks for the update.
I went on the Army.mil, the Space Command .mil site and tried searching for General Rosi. Nothing, nada, zip. No mention of him at all nor any circumstances for Mann to remain as commanding officer.
ok trying to find out more about the person and coming up empty.. but the obit shows an outstanding service record of 33 years
and doesn't sound like a suicide to me
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/elpasotimes/obituary.aspx?pid=181040986
JOHN ROSSI
1961 - 2016 Obituary
Major General(P) John Gregory Rossi grew up on Long Island, New York. He is the son of Robert Rossi, a New York City police officer, and Marie Rossi. A 1983 West Point graduate, he commissioned in the Army as an Air Defense Artillery Officer. His civilian education includes a Bachelors of Science degree from the United States Military Academy, a Masters of Arts from Webster University and a Masters of Arts from the U.S. Naval War College.
He is a graduate of the U.S Army Command and General Staff College and a distinguished graduate of the U.S. Naval War College. MG(P) Rossi served in the United States, Korea, Germany, Southwest Asia, and Iraq.
He has commanded at every level, from Battery to his former assignment as the Commanding General of the U.S. Army Fires Center of Excellence and Fort Sill.
Prior to that assignment, he was the Director of the Army Quadrennial Defense Review Office in the Pentagon.
MG(P) Rossi's command assignments include Commanding General 32d AAMDC, Fort Bliss Texas;
35th ADA Brigade Republic of Korea; 2-1 ADA, Southwest Asia and Fort Bliss Texas; C Battery 1-6 ADA Fort Bliss, Texas and A Battery 3-1 ADA, Fort Hood, Texas.
MG(P) Rossi's principal staff assignments include J33 U.S. Forces Iraq, Baghdad, Iraq; Deputy Commanding General (Fires and Effects), III Corps and Fort Hood, Texas; Deputy Commanding General and Chief of Staff, Fort Bliss, Texas; G3, 32nd AAMDC, Fort Bliss, Texas; Chief, U.S. Central Command Air and Missile Defense Division, Tampa, Florida; Operations Officer, 1-7 ADA and 94th ADA Brigade in Germany; and Deputy Operations Officer, 3-43 ADA, Southwest Asia during Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm.
His awards and decorations include the Distinguished Service Medal (2 Oak Leaf Clusters), the Legion of Merit (4 Oak Leaf Clusters), and the Bronze Star (Oak Leaf Cluster).
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Liz Rossi, a native of El Paso; his three children, CPT Dominic Rossi, Maria and Angelina; granddaughter Kylie, and furry kids, Chico and Lucy. He is also survived by his father, Robert Rossi; siblings, Bobby (Patricia) and Donna, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his mother, Marie Rossi. MG(P) Rossi lived for his family, friends, faith, and country. The epitome of a great leader, he proudly represented the Army every day of his 33 years of service. He was an exemplary man, and a role model to all who met him. The outpouring of love and support our family has received is a reflection of the enduring impact he had on our lives. A true sports fan, he loved the New York Mets and New York Giants. He was an espresso connoisseur who never passed up an opportunity to offer you a "shot." A true family man, he loved being a husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, cousin and friend. He was a hero to our country, and will forever remain a hero in our hearts. Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 9:00pm with a Vigil/Rosary at 7:00pm on Friday, August 12, 2016 at the 1st Armored Division Chapel, 11272 Biggs Street, East Fort Bliss. Funeral Mass will begin at 10:00am on Saturday, August 13, 2016 at the 1st Armored Division Chapel 11272 Biggs Street, East Fort Bliss. Committal Service will follow at 12:00pm at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Please visit our online registry book at www.sunsetfuneralhomes.net.
Published in El Paso Times from Aug. 10 to Aug. 18, 2016
- See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/elpasotimes/obituary.aspx?pid=181040986#sthash.Gc2vxo3s.dpuf
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ook now to the off the wall stuff..believe it or don't but there's nothing else out there
I'm trying to find out who he would have reported to in the new command and if there was a history..anybody know anything about how to do that?
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http://scallywagandvagabond.com/2016/10/major-general-john-rossi-suicide-death/
Of note, the US Army for reasons not necessarily understood declined to make any mention of what might have prompted Major General John Rossi to take his own life. An omission that perhaps betrays the very attitude of the armed services that may have left one accomplished military man deeply conflicted?
That said a US government official close to the investigation told USA Today 'that it seemed' that Rossi, who had served over 33 years in uniform was overwhelmed by his responsibilities.
The investigation didn't reveal any factor, such as misconduct or substance abuse, that could have triggered Rossi's suicide, the official said. Also not mentioned is why a veteran would suddenly be overwhelmed by duties that he had spent an entire lifetime preparing himself for?
Ironically, a few months before killing himself, Rossi had spoken in March at a conference about suicide in the armed forces, saying: 'We are ultimately responsible for soldiers both on and off duty.'
The Rossi family issued a statement through the Army expressing thanks for wide support and urging those who may need suicide-prevention help to seek it immediately.
'To the Army, he was Major General Rossi. To us, he was John — husband, dad,' the family wrote.
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http://gizadeathstar.com/2016/08/tell-u-s-space-commander-found-dead/
But there's another context here as well, and that's a series of space-related news stories this past week (that I haven't blogged about yet), that does make the timing of General Rossi's death at least "a little unusual" to my mind. Indeed, General Rossi, like all military officers, would have regularly undergone complete physicals, and this would have been a normal factor in the determination of fitness for command, particularly for a sensitive command like this.
The jury is still out on this one, of course, but in the meantime, speculation is the order of the day, and if their was foul play involved, then the question becomes one of motivation: the "why" would lead to the "who", and as of now, it's anyone's guess, and a case of "you tell me"...
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came back to edit in the following.. i quit for now but will keep my eyes open
ok I wanted to go to this site
Biographies - U.S. Strategic Command
https://www.stratcom.mil/biographies/jfccs/ Major General Thomas A. Bussiere. Deputy Commander, JFCC-GS ... Lieutenant General David L. Mann ... Major General Mark W. Westergren. Acting Director ...
but I keep going to a page that i can't copy but said that my said connection is not private and attackers may be trying to steel my info..
but I can't get to this bio site..grrrrrrrrrr
https://www.stratcom.mil/biographies/jfccs/
list of sites someone might want to take the time to read since this guy is not retireing now...
google search with just his name
LTG David L. Mann Commanding General USASMDC/ARSTRAT
www.smdc.army.mil/2008/Bios/Mann.pdf
LTG David L. Mann assumed command of the U.S. Army Space and ... Recruiting Command at Fort Knox, KY., and as the Commanding General,. 32nd Army Air ...
My Army Stories - Major General David Mann
myarmystories.com/profile/David-Mann
Major General David Mann has been the commanding general of US Army Recruiting Command since February 2011. ... Stories by Major General David Mann ...
[PDF]Lieutenant General David L. Mann Commander, JFCC-IMD LTG David ...
docs.house.gov/meetings/AS/.../HHRG-113-AS29-Bio-MannUSArmyD-20140325.pd... Mar 25, 2014 - LTG David L. Mann assumed command of the U.S. Army Space and ... Most recently, he served as Commanding General of the U.S. Army.
28th Commander - Brigadier General David L. Mann
www.wsmr-history.org/commander28.htm Oct 3, 2008 - Brigadier General David L. Mann assumed command of White Sands Missile Range on 3 October 2008 after serving as the Deputy ...
https://www.army.mil/article/172368/smdc_commanding_general_prepares_for_next_chapter
SMDC commanding general prepares for next chapter
By Jason B. Cutshaw, USASMDC/ARSTRAT Public AffairsJuly 28, 2016