Are they going to have me hanging on all weekend. News of Gauna's situation stunned his hometown. One friend said Tim has tons of friends and was a quiet and unassuming guy. The flags at his high school are flying at half staff. His high school principal described him as a leader and the kind of man you would want defending the United States.
Life is so short often times.
Sailor Eric Baker from Arlington was also on the ship but did not suffer any injuries. His parents visited the Gauna family. They shared comfort at this very difficult time. The Gauna family is still awaiting word. Tim's mother said she is holding on to the hope and she will hold on to hope until the final phone call comes.