Crapo: Raney, Family Are Idaho Heroes

Washington, DC - Idaho Senator Mike Crapo issued this statement today after being advised by the Department of the Army of the death of Cleston C. Raney, 20, of Rupert. Raneyâ??s family lives in both Idaho and California.â??The sacrifices made in the war against terrorism have been driven home this week for all of Idaho,â?? Crapo said. â??We grieve and our hearts and prayers are with the family of Private First Class Raney of Rupert. He gave his all for the cause he believed in. His service and sacrifice and the courage shown by his family in dealing with his loss are remarkable. Freedom is never truly free, and I join with all Idahoans in praying for his family and thanking him and all servicemen and women and veterans for their sacrifices.â??# # #