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NOVEMBER 2023 EDITION 4

"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

LCpl Dakota R. Huse

LCpl Dakota R. Huse, 19, U.S.M.C., born in Louisiana December 3, 1990, was killed in action on November 9, 2010. Huse served as a Machine Gunner with 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, and deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Just eight weeks into his first deployment, his unit was conducting a combat operation in Helmand Province when an IED was detonated next to his patrol. Huse did not survive the injuries sustained in the blast. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Police Officer Jason M. Seals

Ofc Jason M. Seals, 35, Slidell Police Department, born in Louisiana February 16, 1983, passed away in a motorcycle accident on November 17, 2018. Seals served his community for ten years in multiple capacities. He began his law enforcement career in the Patrol and Traffic divisions. Seals then became a Field Training Officer and was acting negotiator for the department's SWAT Team. For his service, he earned a "Life Saving Award, was named "Officer of the Year," and has a highway named in his honor. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC & Deputy Sheriff James A. Lear

SPC & Deputy Sheriff James A. Lear, 43, U.S. Army, Van Buren County Sheriff's Office, born in Illinois August 15, 1978, passed away from COVID-19 related health complications on December 10, 2021. During the Global War on Terror, Lear served our country for five years as a Psychological Operations Specialist in the Special Forces. After the military, he completed police academy training and joined the Van Buren County S.O. and admirably served the people of his community for over seven years. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

TSgt William F. Haney

TSgt William F. Haney, 47, U.S. Air Force, born in Kentucky June 21, 1974, was overcome by his demons on July 28, 2021. Haney served as an Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems Specialist and worked on F-15, C-5, and C-17 aircrafts at U.S. bases all over the world. He then performed support operations during his deployments to the Middle East during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. Haney was a great friend and mentor who was always willing to go out of his way to help those in need. Fly high, Airman! Til Valhalla, Brother!

1LT Joseph T. Allbaugh

1LT Joseph T. Allbaugh, 24, U.S. Army, born in California December 21, 1995, passed away on July 12, 2020. Allbaugh served as an Air Defense Artillery Officer with 2nd Battalion, 44th Air Defense Artillery Regiment. He deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel, protecting U.S. forces from aerial attacks, missile attacks, and enemy surveillance. Albaugh had a great sense of humor and an infectious laugh. He had a natural ability to keep people's spirits high through very tough times. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSG Andrew S. Novak

SSG Andrew S. Novak, 82, U.S. Army, born in New Jersey December 16, 1924, passed away on August 8, 2007. Novak was drafted into service in 1943. After completing basic training, he was selected to attend the newly formed Army Specialized Training Program. Novak then deployed with the 102nd Infantry Division to the European Theater. His unit engaged Axis forces in France, Germany, Holland, and lastly, Belgium, where he helped crush the Germans in the Battle of the Bulge. For his service, he earned two Bronze Stars. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC Collin R. Schockmel

SPC Collin R. Schockmel, 19, U.S. Army, born in Texas August 24, 1987, was killed in action on January 16, 2007. Schockmel served as an Infantryman with 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, and deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. While on a security and observation operation in Ramadi, his unit was attacked by insurgent forces. During the firefight, Schockmel passed away when he was struck by enemy grenade shrapnel. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Cpl Justin L. Huff

Cpl Justin L. Huff, 23, U.S.M.C., born in Indiana May 5, 1982, passed away unexpectedly on January 2, 2006. Huff was an Intelligence Specialist with Brigade Service Support Group 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, and deployed twice to the Middle East in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. After the war, he enrolled in the Navy and Marine Corps Intelligence Training Center, intending to further his career in military intelligence at Dam Neck Annex, but passed away before completing the program. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

COL James D. Hagan

COL James D. Hagan, 54, U.S. Army, born in Kentucky June 22, 1966, passed away from health complications on January 23, 2021. Hagan served our country with distinction for more than 30 years. He had an impressive list of deployments to the Middle East throughout his career, participating in Operations Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom. Hagan was a man who genuinely loved his country and dedicated most of his life defending it. For his service, he earned the Bronze Star and the Legion of Merit. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother

SFC Frankie G. Willard

SFC Frankie G. Willard, 66, U.S. Army, born March 25, 1944, passed away from Agent Orange-related health complications on February 21, 2011. Willard began his service as an Infantryman with 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment. He then volunteered to become a Door Gunner and fought with 93rd Light Helicopter Transport Company during his three tours in the Vietnam War. Willard was a true patriot who was always willing to go above and beyond to defend his family and the country he proudly called home. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Cpl Dustin L. Sides

Cpl Dustin L. Sides, 22, U.S.M.C., born March 27, 1982, was killed in action on May 31, 2004. Sides served as a Motor Vehicle Operator with 9th Communications Battalion, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. While returning from a mission outside of Fallujah, his unit's convoy was suddenly ambushed by Iraqi insurgents. During the intense battle, Sides passed away when he was struck by enemy small arms fire. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PFC & Captain Jesse C. Turrubiate

PFC & Captain Jesse C. Turrubiate, 31, U.S.M.C., La Marque F.D., born in Texas August 9, 1989, passed away from COVID-19 on August 5, 2021. Turrubiate served in the Marines for four years and fought in Operation Iraqi Freedom. After the military, he decided to follow his dream of becoming a Firefighter and joined the La Marque F.D., where his unrivaled work ethic allowed him to quickly rise through the ranks. For his service, he earned the Bronze Star and was posthumously promoted to Captain of his department. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

2d Lt Vito A. Valenzuela

2d Lt Vito A. Valenzuela, 23, U.S. Air Force, born January 21, 1996, lost the battle with his demons on October 4, 2019. Following in his brother's footsteps, Valenzuela was determined to become a Pilot. He was a member of the 71st Student Squadron and had just graduated and was about to start flight school, but he passed before training began. Valenzuela was a proud American. He joined the military because he wanted to give back to the country that had given his family opportunities they would have never found anywhere else. Fly high, Airman! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Fire Marshal Eddie D. Fender

Fire Marshal Eddie "Dewayne" Fender, 57, Asheville Fire Department, born November 27, 1964, passed away from cancer on January 8, 2022. Fender proudly protected his community for nearly 30 years. He wore many hats over the course of his career, serving as a Firefighter, Engineer, and in 2018, he became his F.D.'s Fire Investigator. Fender strived to make the world a better place than he found it. He was a great leader and mentor who led by example. Fender was truly the heart of his department. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

COL Charles R. Rambo

COL Charles R. Rambo, 51, U.S. Army, born in Kentucky August 23, 1970, passed away from health complications on September 25, 2021. Rambo served as a Company Commander with 5th Battalion, 101st Airborne Division, and deployed in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Rambo then became a Chief at the U.S. Army Mission Command Training Program, where he designed exercises to increase the readiness of his own Operations Group. For his service, he earned three Bronze Stars and the Legion of Merit. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Sgt Edward W. Koehler III

Sgt Edward W. Koehler III, 47, U.S.M.C., Pennsylvania Army National Guard, born in Pennsylvania May 30, 1964, was killed in action on July 18, 2011. After six years in the Marines, Koehler joined the National Guard as Motor Transport Operator with 131st Transportation Company. He deployed several times in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. While on patrol in Ghanzi Province, Koehler passed away when his vehicle was struck by an IED. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Cpl Steven A. Rintamaki

Cpl Steven A. Rintamaki, 21, U.S.M.C., born in Washington June 17, 1983, was killed in action on September 16, 2004. Rintamaki served as an Antitank Missile Gunner with 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, and deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. While returning from a mission in Al Anbar, his unit was attacked by enemy insurgents. Rintamaki passed away when an IED struck his Humvee. For his service, he was posthumously awarded a Purple Heart and has a scholarship program named in his honor. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

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