Naval Academy: Eissler's death a 'tragic loss'

Funeral services are set Friday for midshipman with meningitis

By SHANTEE WOODARDS, Staff Writer

Published 11/19/08

The Naval Academy has released the identity of the midshipman who died this week and confirmed he had bacterial meningitis.

MIDSHIPMAN FREDERICK HENRY EISSLER

Midshipman Frederick Henry Eissler of West Chester, Pa., died Monday at the University of Maryland Medical Center from complications from the illness, academy officials said.

The 20-year-old attended the Naval Academy Preparatory School from 2007 to 2008 before entering the Naval Academy in July with the Class of 2012.

Survivors include his parents, Fred and Helene, and four younger sisters. The family declined comment through the Naval Academy. Funeral services are scheduled for noon Friday at the...

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Naval Academy: Eissler's - 2008-11-23 23:00:48

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MIDN Frederick Eissler - 2008-11-22 07:36:29

May God bless MID Eissler and his family. I mourn with them and console in knowing that he achieved his lifelong dream of attending the USNA.

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Death of F. Eissler - 2008-11-21 18:48:28

My heart goes out to the family, and I will be praying for you. I lost my 20-year old son to this disease, and it is the shock of our lives. I know my Eddy was there greeting your son, and may the scientists find out why this hideous disease claims our young people in the prime of their lives. God Bless. Gail Bailey

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Gail Bailey - Jefferson, WI - Karma: Bad

Fred Eissler JR RIP - 2008-11-20 11:12:59

May God Bless the repose of the Soul of Fred Eissler Jr and May GOD Bestow his Mercy and Solace on the Eissler family and help them Overcome the Shock and Awe of the Loss of their Only Son. May They have the courage to Offer their suffering for his soul and all the Souls in Purgatory!May he rest in Eternal Peace! Amen!

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