WANE-TV STORY ON SCOTT ZUBOWSKI

An Indiana Marine died in an attack in Iraq on Saturday. Scott Zubowski of North Manchester was a 2003 graduate of Manchester High School. Teachers say Scott Zubowski is the first Manchester High School student in recent memory to die in the line of duty. They also say Scott was the kind of kid who could do whatever he wanted. He chose to go fight for his country.

To honor the fallen Marine, flags are being flown at half staff at North Manchester Schools. While at Manchester High, Scott was a member of the cross country team, track team and swim team, as well as a member of the National Honors Society. Scott's swim coach says the Marine was a leader, unique, loved to challenge himself, and beleived in doing what's right for everybody.
Scott was married this past December to 2004 Manchester High graduate Klancey Eberly. He's the son of Richard Zubowski and Barbara Whitesell, and has two older brothers - one is currently serving in Iraq. The family is planning to meet with military tomorrow to find out when the body will be returned.