Daniel R. Healy’s commitment to service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. He is remembered by his family, friends, and fellow SEALs as a true American hero. His legacy serves as a solemn reminder of the dedication and bravery required of those who defend our nation.
An Information Systems Technician Senior Chief (ITCS) and highly respected Navy SEAL who gave his life on June 28th, 2005, in Kunar Province, Afghanistan, during Operation Red Wings. He was 36 years old.
Service Record
- Branch
- USN
- Unit
- SEAL Delivery Vehicle Team 1
- Station Assigned
- Pearl Harbor, HI
- Hometown
- Exeter, NH
- Fallen On
- June 28th, 2005

Born and raised in Exeter, New Hampshire, Daniel was known for his quiet strength and unwavering dedication. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and pursued the challenging path to becoming a Navy SEAL, demonstrating his commitment to serving his country at the highest level.
Petty Officer Healy successfully completed the rigorous Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training, SEAL Qualification Training, and further specialized in SEAL Delivery Vehicle operations. He served with SEAL Delivery Vehicle Team 1, stationed in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
During Operation Red Wings, Petty Officer Healy was part of a quick reaction force sent to support a compromised SEAL team. Tragically, the MH-47 Chinook helicopter he was aboard was shot down, resulting in the loss of all lives on board, including Daniel.
Daniel R. Healy's commitment to service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. He is remembered by his family, friends, and fellow SEALs as a true American hero. His legacy serves as a solemn reminder of the dedication and bravery required of those who defend our nation.
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Dan gave everything in defense of our nation and the freedoms we all hold dear. That kind of courage and total commitment to the Brotherhood and to something far greater than himself, is exactly what defines the SEAL ethos.
To his family: please know that your loved one’s service and sacrifice are deeply respected and will forever be honored by those of us who wore the Trident. His memory lives on in our hearts, in the mission of BoneFrog Coffee, and in the unbreakable bond of the SEAL community.
Hooyah, Brother.
May we live our lives every day worthy of your sacrifice.
You will never be forgotten!Tim Cruickshank LCDR, USN (SEAL) Ret.
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