A Georgia soldier's legacy is being honored by loved ones. Memorial and funeral services are planned for this week. The soldier, a 25-year-old first lieutenant, was killed in an attack on a US air base.

His body was returned to the US along with those of other American soldiers. The soldier's family is preparing to say their final goodbyes. They take comfort in knowing he died serving his country.

Further details about the soldier and the services are available from local news sources. Services for the soldier are scheduled for Thursday and Friday, allowing the community to pay their respects.