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APRIL 2024 EDITION 1

"The families have no idea who we are, where the memorial came from, or why their Hero showed up on their doorstep. Our supporters are the humble Heroes who are keeping legacies alive." - Korey Shaffer, Founder\xa0

PO2 Clarence L. Smith

PO2 Clarence L. Smith, 52, U.S. Navy, born in Ohio July 10, 1923, passed away on April 5, 1976. In WWII, Smith served as a Boatswain's Mate aboard the USS Shasta (AE-6) and deployed in support of the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign. There, he assisted in the first underway transfer of ammunition to ensure that our Marines had everything they needed in order to eliminate enemy forces in the Battle for Iwo Jima and the liberation of the Philippines to accelerate Japan's inevitable surrender. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PO1 Gerald A. Kester

PO1 Gerald A. Kester, 64, U.S. Navy, born in California March 21, 1958, passed away from cancer on December 20, 2022. Kester was first a Gunner's Mate Technician aboard the USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63) during the Iranian hostage crisis. He then worked on Trident missile systems for the USS Ohio (SSGN-726) before transferring to the USS Acadia (AD-42). His last assignment was as supervisor of the weapons department on the USS Prairie (AD-15), ensuring the vessel was always ready for a weapons deployment. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CPL Robert L. Justice

CPL Robert L. Justice, 82, U.S. Army, born in Kentucky April 29, 1930, passed away on December 25, 2012. Bob Justice was a Heavy Weapons Infantryman with the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment. His unit volunteered to go to the front lines in Korea but remained in D.C. to guard our nation's capital and Commander-in-Chief. Justice then worked as a pipe fitter at Armco Steel Mill for 37 years. “Papaw” was a kind-hearted family man. He enjoyed biking and working with his hands, especially on his 1956 Cadillac Sedan de Ville. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSG Tony R. Ward

SSG Tony R. Ward, 20, U.S. Army, born in Georgia October 31, 1949, passed away in a non-hostile incident on May 20, 1970. Ward was an Infantryman with 2nd Battalion, 501st Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam. While on a counter-reconnaissance mission, he passed away after being hit by shrapnel from an accidental grenade explosion. Before the military, Ward worked as a motorcycle mechanic and enjoyed hitting the open road on his Honda CB160. He was a loving family man and a great battle buddy. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CW3 Christopher R. Eramo

CW3 Christopher R. Eramo, 39, U.S. Army, born in Florida May 23, 1983, passed away in a training accident on April 27, 2023. Eramo was a Rotary Wing Aviator Warrant Officer with 1st Attack Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment, and deployed for Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. While on a training mission, he passed away when the Apache he was flying collided with another. Eramo believed in living life to the fullest. He enjoyed the great outdoors, diving, and dirt biking, but more than anything, he loved to fly. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSG William E. Davis

SSG William E. Davis, 51, U.S. Army, born in Florida June 15, 1948, passed away from service-related health complications on March 28, 2000. After serving in Vietnam, Davis was a Fire Control Instrument Repairer with 708th Maintenance Battalion, 8th Infantry Division, and then an Armament Platoon Sergeant with 704th Maintenance Battalion, 4th Infantry Division. He accomplished any task that was put before him. From rebuilding the Armament Stockage System to revamping Tool Room procedures, Davis went above and beyond. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSG William P. Rounds

SSG William P. Rounds, 45, U.S. Army, born in California March 3, 1977, passed away from health complications on June 2, 2022. Rounds served for 20 years as a Master Gunner and then Tank Commander with 3rd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. He deployed to the Middle East three times in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and New Dawn. Rounds was a well-respected soldier and a great mentor. No matter what was going on, he would take the time to help his squadmates choose the right path in life. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Lt Col Darel D. Leetun

Lt Col Darel D. Leetun, 33, U.S. Air Force, born in North Dakota December 24, 1932, was killed in action on September 17, 1966. Leetun was an F-105 Pilot in Vietnam and flew nearly 100 missions with 13th Tactical Fighter Squadron. After leading a bombing mission, he passed away when he was shot down over Hanoi. Listed as MIA for 39 years, Leetun was identified via DNA and laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery. He earned a Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, three Distinguished Flying Crosses, and the Air Force Cross. Fly high, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CWO3 John M. Gillis

CWO3 John M. Gillis, 61, U.S.M.C., born in Massachusetts June 17, 1958, passed away from health complications on June 16, 2020. Gillis had a very diverse 20-year career in the Marines. He was a Utilities Officer, a Director of Bachelor Housing, a drug & alcohol counselor, and lastly, an Engineer Operations Officer until retiring in 1998. Gillis then became a defense contractor but decided to follow his passion for helping animals. He worked with animal care services and helped many four-legged friends find a good home. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Fire Captain Trevor C. Madrid

Fire Captain Trevor C. Madrid, 36, Mesa Fire & Medical Dept (MFMD), born in Arizona June 26, 1985, passed away from cancer on November 14, 2021. Madrid served his community for 14 years with MFMD. He quickly climbed the ranks from Firefighter to Engineer and then Captain. After his diagnosis, Madrid took it upon himself to help others in similar situations via TikTok. He inspired over 250,000 followers by explaining that staying positive is the most important thing you can do with the time you have left. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

FF Brandon S.C. Yaeger

FF Brandon S.C. Yaeger, 32, Bethany Fire Department, born in California May 13, 1990, passed away from line of duty-related health complications on May 30, 2022. Yaeger served his community for over 12 years as Station 240's truck driver. Whenever there was an emergency, he was the first to suit up and help someone in need. For answering the most amount of calls, Yaeger earned the Response Award, was his station's "Cadet of the Year" and then named "Firefighter of the Year" several times. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PFC Clifford E. Stalkfleet

PFC Clifford E. Stalkfleet, 22, U.S. Army, born in Kansas August 20, 1931, was killed in action on December 31, 1953. Stalkfleet was a Combat Medic with 179th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division in the Korean War. On May 12, 1952, his unit engaged enemy forces near the "Jamestown Line." During the four-hour firefight, Stalkfleet repeatedly ran into the fray to aid his wounded squadmates. When the smoke had cleared, he was nowhere to be found and declared KIA in 1953. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

COL Donovan D. Ollar

COL Donovan D. Ollar, 51, U.S. Army, born in Colorado August 1, 1970, lost the battle within on February 15, 2022. After earning a masters degree in engineering, Ollar served in multiple different roles with 1st Infantry Division and 25th Infantry Division as part of several engineering battalions. In his 27 years of service, he deployed to Haiti, the Philippines, and Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, helping make each place better than he found it. Ollar earned four Bronze Stars and the Legion of Merit. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Sgt Richard V. Fuentes

Sgt Richard V. Fuentes, 74, U.S.M.C., born in Texas February 7, 1948, passed away on February 26, 2022. Fuentes was a CH-53 Sea Stallion Door Gunner with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463 in Vietnam and stationed in Da Nang. During the Tet Offensive, he bravely fought and defeated a large force of Viet Cong and PAVN soldiers after they launched a missile attack on his base. After the war, Fuentes continued serving our country as an aircraft engine mechanic at the Corpus Christi Army Depot until retiring in 2010. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Cpl Jose A. Galvan

Cpl Jose A. Galvan, 22, U.S.M.C., born in Texas May 6, 1984, was killed in action on November 5, 2006. Galvan was a Combat Engineer with 1st Combat Engineer Battalion, 1st Marine Division, and deployed three times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. While on a combat operation near Fallujah, he was walking in front of his convoy to clear potential threats when an IED was detonated. Galvan gave his life protecting his brothers-in-arms from the same fate. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PVT Albert G. Craven

PVT Albert G. Craven, 80, U.S. Army, born in Oklahoma October 22, 1941, passed away on December 21, 2021. During the Cold War, Craven served as a Light Weapons Infantryman with 2nd Reconnaissance Squadron, 15th Cavalry Regiment. If conflict were to break out with the USSR, he would be deployed to gather and relay intelligence about the Soviets. Craven was an upstanding citizen and was very involved in his community. He is remembered as a loving, loyal, and generous to a fault kind of man who is missed by all. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

1LT Joseph A. Silva

1LT Joseph A. Silva, 23, U.S. Army, born in Vermont November 18, 1946, passed away in a non-hostile incident on September 26, 1970. Silva was an Infantry Unit Commander with 1st Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division in Vietnam. While on a mission, his unit was attacked from two bunker positions. Silva left his cover and braved the guns to maneuver his men into positions and lay down fire until the enemy troops retreated. He earned the Bronze Star, the Silver Star, and has a street named in his honor. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSG William E. Hasenflu

SSG William E. Hasenflu, 38, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, born September 29, 1969, was killed in action on September 28, 2008. After eight years in the Navy, Hasenflu switched branches and was a Cavalry Scout with 101st Airborne Division. He first served three tours in Iraq before deploying for Operation Enduring Freedom. His unit was detaining militants when an Afghan police officer opened fire. Hasenflu was hit by small arms fire after successfully pushing another soldier to safety. He earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

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