Bellevue Honors Fallen Soldier Sgt. First Class Noah Tietjens

Community prepares memorials and tributes as they await the return of local hero killed in Kuwait

Mar. 12, 2026 at 3:08am

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The Bellevue community is coming together to honor Sgt. First Class Noah Tietjens, a local soldier who was killed in Kuwait. While the date of his return to Nebraska is still unknown, memorial plans have already begun, including a dedicated shamrock painting in downtown Bellevue and the Patriot Guard Riders preparing to attend his services. The Bellevue Community Foundation is committed to keeping Tietjens' memory alive, stating "We don't all know Noah, but we know the sacrifice he made for our country. And we believe it's important to honor one of our own down here."

Why it matters

Sgt. First Class Noah Tietjens was a beloved member of the Bellevue community, and his death has deeply impacted the town. The community's efforts to honor him through memorials and tributes reflect the importance of recognizing the sacrifices made by local service members and ensuring their legacies are not forgotten.

The details

The Bellevue Community Foundation is dedicating a mural in Tietjens' honor, and the annual painting of the giant shamrock in downtown Bellevue will also be a tribute to the fallen soldier this year. The Patriot Guard Riders of Nebraska have been asked to attend Tietjens' services, and they expect a large turnout from across the state to honor the local hero.

  • The U.S. welcomed Tietjens home stateside this weekend.
  • The date of Tietjens' return to Nebraska is still unknown.

The players

Sgt. First Class Noah Tietjens

A Bellevue native and local soldier who was killed in Kuwait.

Bellevue Community Foundation

An organization in Bellevue, Nebraska that is dedicating a mural in Tietjens' honor.

Patriot Guard Riders of Nebraska

A group that has been asked to attend Tietjens' services and expects a large turnout from across the state.

Phil Davidson

The president of the Bellevue Community Foundation.

Scott Knudsen

The state captain of the Patriot Guard Riders of Nebraska.

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What they’re saying

“We're hurting right now. One of our own has, you know, has made extreme sacrifice.”

— Phil Davidson, President, Bellevue Community Foundation

“He was involved with the people in Bellevue. He was he was loved by many, many people. And that's evidenced by what has taken place so far. And so, I believe we're going to have a very large turnout.”

— Scott Knudsen, State Captain, Patriot Guard Riders of Nebraska

“We will stand at attention during the dignified transfer from the funeral to the funeral coach. We're doing everything possible to honor our fallen hero.”

— Scott Knudsen, State Captain, Patriot Guard Riders of Nebraska

“We don't all know Noah, but we know the sacrifice he made for our country. And we believe it's important to honor one of our own down here.”

— Phil Davidson, President, Bellevue Community Foundation

What’s next

The Patriot Guard Riders are currently working with Omaha Police to plan the routes for Tietjens' services, but they have not been given an official date for when he will be brought back to Nebraska.

The takeaway

Sgt. First Class Noah Tietjens' death has deeply impacted the Bellevue community, and their efforts to honor him through memorials and tributes demonstrate the importance of recognizing the sacrifices made by local service members and ensuring their legacies are not forgotten.