In September 2019, the community of Norfolk, Virginia, and the United States Navy were struck by the loss of Airman Ethan Stuart. A young man serving his country, his life was cut tragically short. At the age of 19, Ethan T. Stuart, an active duty serviceman in the United States Navy, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019.
At the time of his death, Airman Stuart was assigned to the USS George H.W. Bush, an aircraft carrier that was dry-docked in Norfolk.
He was discovered deceased at an off-base location. The Navy announced that his death, along with that of another sailor from the same vessel who was found on the same day in a separate incident, was the result of suicide.
The passing of Airman Stuart and his fellow sailor prompted concern and condolences from the naval community. The commanding officer of the USS George H.W. Bush acknowledged the profound loss, emphasizing the availability of counseling and support systems for the crew during the difficult time. The Navy expressed that every death of a sailor is a devastating event that affects the entire Navy family. Online sources do not contain any information regarding arrests or suspects in connection with this sad event.
