Oswego (WSYR-TV) -- On Tuesday, a local Soldier’s body will be returned from Afghanistan.
23-year-old Army Specialist and Oswego native Kyle Rookey died in a non-combat related incident last week, according to the Department of Defense. Further details surrounding his death were not released.
A procession will begin at 7 p.m., staring from the Oswego County Airport. People are asked to gather at the intersection of 481 and Bridge Street as the procession continues through Oswego.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home. The funeral will be private.
On behalf of the family, the Oswego High School Class of 1981 has started a fund in memory of Kyle to benefit the music and theater departments at the high school. Donations may be sent to:
Oswego City School District
Attn: Treasurer
120 East First St
Oswego, NY 13126
A college fund has also been set up for Kyle's daughter. Donations may be made payable to:
Flora Kyleigh Rookey, in care of Carol Sue Akers
112 Niagara St
Oswego, NY 13126
Rookey leaves behind a wife and baby girl.
