WINDOW ROCK –  A member of the Navajo Nation who was a U.S. Marine serving in Afghanistan died on Feb 22.  Staff Sgt. Jonathan D. Davis, of Kayenta, AZ. said Erny Zah with the Navajo Nation President office.

President Shelly has ordered the Navajo Nation flag be lowered. Staff Sgt Davis is the 14th member of the Navajo Nation to be killed in Operation Enduring Freedom.

“The Navajo Nation mourns the loss of a warrior who gave his life defending freedom. We are saddened by the loss of our warrior and we offer our prayers to the family during this difficult time. Staff Sgt. Davis was a valued member of the Kayenta community and often remembered for helping to bring home two state high school basketball championships in late 1990s. His presence will be missed,” said President Shelly.

According to the Marines Times, Davis joined the U.S. Marines in 1997 and was a Purple Heart recipient, he was 34. According to other media sources, Davis was a liaison working with the Georgian Military. No further information was provided.