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windows and it was sergeant weichel's demeanor and the way he handled children. he would ensure that ever child received something, with whether it's the smallest thing as a pencil or a booklet to write in. >> reporter: during those days back home, everyone could see his own children meant everything to him. >> just excited. these are the most important things to me. my kids. so i'm glad to see them on the holidays. >> reporter: he was pro moted posthumously to sergeant and he is survivored business hi fiance and three children. barbara starr, cnn. top of the hour, i'm suzanne malv...