Pierre E Piche

Starksboro, Vermont

November 15, 2003

Whether he was leaving love notes for his wife or saving stray dogs while serving in Iraq, Pierre Piche was intent on caring for others. He died Nov. 15 when two Black Hawk helicopters collided in Iraq. Piche, who grew up in Starksboro, Vt., and was based at Fort Campbell, hoped to become a school principal. Survivors include his wife, Cherish, and mother, Lisa Johnson.