Our son, Second Lieutenant Christ J. Poulos, was born in view of the rolling plains of Grand Island. Nebraska. December 23, 1935. Choirs of angels brought Christ to me, God having blessed him with love, kindness and everything a person could want. In return, Christ had strong faith, was very religions, and was very close to God. Although God took him away before he was able to attain his many dreams, those who know Christ can be assured that God was pleased with his work and called him for duty with his many Legions.

Christ was proud of his parents, who came from Greece and worked hard. All of our riches were Christ.

Antonia, Christ's sister and he were very close to each other and had brother and sisterly love which few children have.

At the age of 14 Christ was confronted with a large problem, for his father became ill. Rising with the sun, Christ would go to school with much determination. After school he would work and then come home, burning the midnight oil 'til two in the morning.

Always wearing a warm smile for everyone, he was well liked and voted President of the Student Council in High School. The American Legion chose Christ to go to Boy’s State, for he was an outstanding student. Christ was awarded the Lion’s Club Medal for leadership and had never failed to be on the Honor Roll in scholastic standing. At 17, Christ graduated from Senior High School, ranking 18th in a class of 266.

Honorable A. L. Miller, M.C., nominated Christ for appointment at in 1953, the same year he graduated from High School. He successfully completed the examinations.

During Christ’s four years at West Point he was an ideal Cadet, always showing respect to his officers and living the West Point Motto, "Duty, Honor, Country".

On Christ’s third year at West Point during his vacation he went to Europe. Christ visited Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. Speaking three languages, English, Greek, and French, was a large advantage for him. Christ enjoyed seeing how the people live in different countries.

In 1957 Christ graduated from West Point, receiving his Bachelor of Science Degree. From the many roads of military service, Christ chose the Air Force, thinking of the future and his beloved country. Christ thought more of his country and freedom than himself.

For Basic Flight Training, Christ was assigned to Graham Air Force Base, Marianna. Florida. Being able to choose his next base because he was among the top ones, Christ chose Vance Air Force Base, Oklahoma.

On September 3, 1958, Christ was to receive his Pilot’s Wings, and in January . . . . . . . . . . . . tenant. Christ worked very hard to achieve and fulfill his job.

Jun 11, 1958

Christ went to Illinois on a routine training flight with his flight instructor, First Lieutenant Robert E. Irons. This was to he their last flight for on their way back, they hit a storm where God reached out with his mighty hand and called them to his Legions. The plane crashed into a farm house, taking the life of Mrs. Harman, five miles northeast of Ponca City, Oklahoma.

Beautiful Military Funeral Services were held at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Grand Island, Nebraska, on June 16, 1958. The same day and time Memorial Services were read at the Base Chapel, Vance Air Force Base. Oklahoma. Burial took place at Westlawn Memorial Park in Grand Island, Nebraska, where Christ lived during his boyhood. Pleasant memories of Christ are held by everyone who has known him.

Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force. Thomas D. White, wrote: "Lieutenant Poulos earned a worthy reputation in the Air Force, and you can be proud of his commendable performance of duty. Efficiency and reliability marked his military career and the co-operative attitude he displayed won the friendship of associates."

Acting Wing Chaplain, Vance Air Force Base, William H. Balkan wrote: "His religious life was an example for all young officers to follow ... your son will live in the memory of all those with whom he associated."

Arch Jarrell, editor of a Grand Island newspaper said: "Even though his life was short, he achieved and left us more to think about than many who live a long life."