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DECEMBER 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

SA Douglas T. Manka

SA Douglas T. Manka, 19, U.S. Navy, born in Minnesota March 14, 1953, passed away in a non-combat incident on November 14, 1972. Manka was a Fireman Apprentice during the Vietnam War. He served as part of the 7th Fleet aboard the USS Henry W. Tucker (DD-875) destroyer. Manka was a man who truly cared about others. Whether it was lending a hand to someone he had known all his life or taking an afternoon to visit a fellow sailor he barely knew who was going through a rough time, he always made people feel important. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC Jason A. Reece

SPC Jason A. Reece, 36, U.S. Army, born August 1, 1985, passed away from health complications on October 20, 2021. Reece served our country with distinction with 1st Infantry Division. He deployed with his unit to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Reece was a gifted football and baseball player. When he wasn't on the gridiron or the diamond, he loved watching Ken Griffey Jr. and Tom Brady play the sports that meant so much to him. Reece was a loving son, a devoted husband, and a fantastic father. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PO3 James M. Swink II

PO3 James M. Swink II, 20, U.S. Navy, born September 8, 1989, passed away in a non-combat incident on August 27, 2010. Swink served as a Hospital Corpsman and, after completing Fleet Marine Force training, was attached to 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines. He then deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Swink had a very positive attitude and always looked for the good in people and encouraged those traits. He is remembered as a great leader and an even better friend. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Cpl & Capt Troy D. Manz

Cpl and Capt Troy D. Manz, 46, U.S.M.C., U.S. Air Force, born in Indiana August 23, 1974, passed away in a bicycle accident on February 28, 2021. After serving as an Ammunition Tech in the Marines, Manz joined the Air Force as a Respiratory Care Practitioner on a Critical Care Air Transport Team while deployed during Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. There, he helped evacuate gravely injured servicemen and women from war zones. An untold number of our troops would not have survived if not for a Hero like Manz. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC Dennis J. Cagle Jr.

SPC Dennis J. Cagle Jr., 32, U.S. Army, born in Illinois September 1, 1984, was overcome by his demons on August 29, 2017. Cagle served as a Cargo Specialist and a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic. He was assigned to Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command and deployed to Afghanistan twice in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Cagle was a very caring and outgoing man who was never too busy to lend a hand to someone in need. He was a loyal friend, a loving son, but, above all, a fantastic father of four. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SGT Christopher D. Snow

SGT Christopher D. Snow, 33, U.S. Army, born in Tennessee October 13, 1979, passed away from heart failure on July 12, 2013. Snow proudly served our country as a member of the 1st Armored Division. During the War on Terror, he deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Outside the military, Snow was an active member of his church and even played the drums for his congregation's band during Sunday services. He enjoyed target shooting, graphic design, and working on computers. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

GySgt Dennis W. VanDerWerken

GySgt Dennis W. VanDerWerken, 77, U.S.M.C., born in New York March 23, 1943, passed away on April 8, 2020. VanDerWerken proudly served in the Marine Corps for over 20 years. During the Vietnam War, he was an Aviation Support Equipment Asset Manager with 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing and deployed multiple times. VanDerWerken truly loved his brothers and sisters-in-arms and became a member of the American Legion and the VFW to help those who fought for our country get the help and recognition that they earned. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSG John Kleitz Jr.

SSG John Kleitz Jr., 86, U.S. Army, born in Pennsylvania August 4, 1920, passed away on April 14, 2007. In WWII, Kleitz was with the 113th Engineer Combat Battalion. He deployed to the Pacific Theater, which took him to Hawaii, Japan, and the Philippines. After the Army, Kleitz served his community with the White Haven Center Lions Club, organizing town events and providing scholarships to local students. He was also a lifetime member of the American Legion and helped Veterans with their affairs after the military. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CPL James A. Requenez

CPL James A. Requenez, 28, U.S. Army, born in North Carolina May 4, 1992, passed away in a training accident on March 25, 2021. After completing Special Forces Assessment, Requenez volunteered for Ranger School. He was an Assistant Machine Gunner with 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, and eager to become the best soldier he could be. Requenez is remembered for his skills as a leader and the man friends sought out when they needed help. For his service, he was posthumously promoted to Corporal and awarded the "Ranger" tab. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PFC John D. Muirhead

PFC John D. Muirhead, 102, U.S.M.C., born in Texas January 23, 1920, passed away on October 16, 2022. During WWII, Muirhead served as a Light Anti-Aircraft Gun Crewman with 4th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion. He deployed to the Pacific Theater and provided air defense cover for Allied forces in the Guadalcanal Campaign. Muirhead was a true family man. One of his favorite things was going on adventures with his wife in the camper they purchased after a trip to Vegas, where they won \\$18,000 at the Stardust Casino. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

TSgt Todd R. Leach

TSgt Todd R. Leach, 44, U.S. Air Force, born in Colorado May 24, 1978, passed away from health complications on December 10, 2022. Leach was a Command and Control Operations Craftsman with 615th Air Mobility Squadron. He was stationed in Korea, Antarctica, and deployed for Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Leach enjoyed traveling and spending time outdoors. He always made time for his family and was even the coach of his sons' gymnastics team. For his service, he was awarded "NCO of the Year" twice. Fly high, Airman! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSgt Gregory M. Kowaleski Sr.

SSgt Gregory M. Kowaleski Sr., 56, U.S. Air Force, born in New York June 19, 1952, passed away from cancer on October 9, 2008. Kowalski answered the call of duty to serve our country and enlisted in the Air Force. During the Vietnam War, he helped defend the world against the spread of Communism. Kowaleski always kept himself active and enjoyed woodworking, making furniture, and going on camping trips with his family. He was a fiercely loyal friend, a loving husband, and a devoted father of four. Fly high, Airman! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SFC Robert W. Johnson

SFC Robert W. Johnson, 73, U.S. Army, born in New Mexico June 8, 1949, passed away on November 11, 2022. Johnson came from a long line of servicemen and was the fourth generation to serve our country in the Army. During Vietnam, he was an Infantryman assigned to 2nd Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, and was deployed several times and was well-decorated for his actions. Johnson truly loved America and felt honored that he had the opportunity to make the world a safer place for his wife and daughters. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

FF Joshua D. Megill

FF Joshua D. Megill, 21, Perrytown Volunteer Fire Department, born in North Carolina August 30, 2000, passed away from COVID-19 related health complications on September 9, 2021. Eager to serve his community, Megill joined Perrytown F.D. in tenth grade. He was extremely motivated to be the best firefighter in the department, so he came early, stayed late, and attended every training course he could. Megill is remembered for his dedication, positivity, and his natural-born ability to inspire. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC Lance R. Lobenthal

SPC Lance R. Lobenthal, 21, U.S. Army, born in Ohio November 18, 1968, passed away in a non-combat incident on January 15, 1990. Lobenthal served with 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. He deployed to Panama in support of Operation Just Cause and helped oust the brutal dictator Manuel Noriega. Lobenthal was a great leader. He kept others' spirits high in times of peace, but when it came to the mission, he was all business and ensured his men were, too. Lobenthal was the type of Ranger that others strived to be. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

MSG Robin E. Davis

MSG Robin E. Davis, 70, U.S. Army, born in Ohio March 19, 1948, passed away on February 10, 2019. Davis served as a Helicopter Crew Chief with 1st Cavalry Division. During his two tours in Vietnam, he made sure that our Huey and Chinook Helicopters were always ready for battle. Davis was a very giving man. In addition to assisting Veterans find employment, he helped create the "Angels on Wheels" program to help end the homeless epidemic that too many servicemembers face. For his service, he earned the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SGT Bruce A. Reid

SGT Bruce A. Reid, 35, U.S. Army, born in Texas January 27, 1986, passed away on April 5, 2021. Reid served as a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic with 1229th Transportation Company. During his eight years in the Army, he deployed to the Middle East multiple times and fought in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Reid enjoyed gaming, jamming out to 80's rock, and was a very talented pool player. He had a great sense of humor, an infectious laugh, and could make even the saddest person crack a smile. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SGT Antonio G. Meza Jr.

SGT Antonio G. Meza Jr., 73, U.S. Army, born in New Mexico March 25, 1948, passed away on April 24, 2021. Meza honorably served our country for over 25 years and was deployed to Vietnam twice to help fight the spread of Communism in Asia. After the war, he continued to serve until retiring in 1990. Meza enjoyed dancing, listening to Oldies music, and watching a good Western movie. He is remembered as a great friend, an even better "battle buddy," but above all, as a fantastic father. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

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