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FEBRUARY 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

LCpl Jerrod L. Warden

LCpl Jerrod L. Warden, 20, U.S.M.C., born in Iowa June 25, 2001, passed away unexpectedly on December 14, 2021. LCpl Warden served as a Mortarman with 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division. He was deployed to the Middle East, where he spent time in Kuwait and guarding the Jordanian border. Warden was known for his big heart, understanding, and athletic prowess. In addition to wrestling and football, he was a talented hockey player and played with several amateur teams, the Casper Oilers and the Casper Coyotes. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SP4 Richard Ridgeway

SP4 Richard Ridgeway, 20, U.S. Army, born in Illinois August 13, 1951, passed away in a helicopter crash on May 10, 1972. In the Vietnam War, Ridgeway served as an Infantryman with 2nd Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division. He and his unit were aboard a CH-47 Chinook taking off from the front lines for three days of R&R when, suddenly, the rear blades detached. The rotor quickly tore apart and the helicopter plummeted into the ground. Ridgeway and 33 of his brothers-in-arms did not survive the crash. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Cpl Charles M. Lyons Jr.

Cpl Charles "Bud" Lyons Jr., 83, U.S.M.C., born in Maryland July 1, 1939, passed away on March 16, 2023. Lyons served as an Aviation Ordnance Man with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic. He was responsible for maintaining the bombs, torpedos, and missiles for the Atlantic Maritime Landing Force. Lyons was a member of the American Legion and the Ma and Pa Railroad Historical Society. He enjoyed spending time at the beach, railroad history, and going on walks with his two corgis. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSG Kenneth W. Campbell

SSG Kenneth W. Campbell, 26, U.S. Army, born in South Carolina July 14, 1962, passed away in a helicopter crash on March 12, 1989. Campbell served with 82nd Airborne before being stationed in Germany with 8th Infantry Division. Wanting to further his career, he then completed the Special Forces Qualification Course, earning the coveted Green Beret and assigned to 3rd Battalion, 5th Special Forces Group. Campbell loved being a soldier and gave his life embodying the SF Motto, “De Oppresso Liber" - To Free the Oppressed. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

MAJ & Ofc Lloyd D. Davis

MAJ & Ofc Lloyd D. Davis, 79, California Army National Guard, Sacramento P.D., born in California September 11, 1943, passed away on March 5, 2023. Davis served as Company Commander with 270th MP Company and served several tours in Vietnam. He then returned to the U.S. and, inspired by his time as an MP, began a career in law enforcement with the Sacramento P.D. where he served for over 30 years. Davis was known to be tough but fair, and through the cigar smoke, you could see a man who loved his country and community. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SGT Jeremiah D. Crawley

SGT Jeremiah D. Crawley, 25, U.S. Army, born July 16, 1997, passed away on March 9, 2023. Crawley began his service as a Combat Engineer before becoming a Transportation Management Coordinator with 3rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command, 330th Transportation Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division. There, he helped select and organize the movement of vehicles, cargo, and personnel worldwide. Crawley was a talented chess player and loved shooting pool. He is remembered for his sense of humor and natural ability to make people laugh. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

1LT Dennis D. Champnella

1LT Dennis D. Champnella, 77, U.S. Army, born in Pennsylvania June 13, 1944, passed away on December 31, 2021. In the Vietnam War, Champnella served as a Field Artillery Unit Commander with 2nd Battalion, 40th Field Artillery Regiment, 199th Infantry Brigade (Light). His unit was tasked with weakening enemy positions before and during battles with Vietnamese troops. Many soldiers survived because he was able to provide fire support with pinpoint accuracy and help obliterate enemy forces. For his service, he earned two Bronze Stars. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PFC Freddie L. Friar

PFC Freddie L. Friar, 22, U.S. Army, born in Arkansas May 10, 1944, was killed in action on March 9, 1967. Friar served as an Infantryman with 4th Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade in the Vietnam War. His unit was in Phước Long when they encountered hostile forces and a seemingly endless barrage of Vietnamese grenades and bullets. Initially declared Missing in Action, it was later found that he had passed away from enemy small arms fire in the chaotic engagement. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC Genaro Acosta

SPC Genaro Acosta, 26, U.S. Army, born in California September 19, 1977, was killed in action on November 11, 2003. Acosta served as a Bradley Linebacker Crewmember with 1st Battalion, 44th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, and deployed to the Middle East twice in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. While on patrol in Taji, he passed away when the Bradley Fighting Vehicle he was driving triggered two roadside bombs. For his service, Acosta was posthumously awarded a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Detective Sergeant Frank D. Gualdino

Detective Sergeant Frank D. Gualdino, 53, Yonkers P.D., born in New York August 8, 1969, passed away from injuries sustained in the line of duty on December 1, 2022. After three years with the NYPD, Gualdino transferred to his hometown P.D. in Yonkers and served in multiple capacities. He was with the traffic unit, oversaw police escorts, and was a location scout for movie and TV shoots. Gualdino is remembered for his dedication to his community, his department, but most of all, to his family. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Tec 5 Frank J. DeSenze

Tec 5 Frank J. DeSenze, 74, U.S. Army, born in Ohio February 13, 1919, passed away on April 21, 1993. In WWII, Desenze served as an Armorer with 18th Replacement Depot, 78th Replacement Battalion, 3rd Armored Division. During the Rhineland Campaign and the Central Europe Campaign, he was tasked with keeping the heavy weapons on all tanks functional and fully loaded. DeSenze played a critical part in capturing the bridge on the Rhine River, driving Nazi forces back into Germany, and expediting the end of the war. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

LT Eric P. Brice,

LT Eric P. Brice, 25, U.S. Navy, born in North Carolina April 6, 1943, was killed in action on June 4, 1968. Brice was an F-4 Pilot with Fighter Squadron 33 aboard the USS America (CV-66) in Vietnam. After a successful bombing run in North Vietnam, his aircraft was badly damaged by AA fire. His Radarman successfully bailed out, but Brice's canopy malfunctioned when he tried to eject, and the aircraft crashed into the ocean. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and the Distinguished Flying Cross. Fair winds and following seas, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PVT Bryson H. G. Bell

PVT Bryson H. G. Bell, 19, U.S. Army, born in Florida October 13, 2000, passed away unexpectedly on March 22, 2020. Bell served as an Infantryman with the 101st Airborne Division, "Screaming Eagles." Eager to be something more, he was attending Ranger School to achieve his dream of having the coveted red "Ranger" tab at the top of his left sleeve. Bell was a genuinely caring man with a big heart who always put others' needs before his own. He was a fiercely loyal friend, a loving son, and a great brother. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PFC Timothy J. Seamans

PFC Timothy J. Seamans, 20, U.S. Army, born in Florida October 28, 1984, was killed in action on August 18, 2005. Seamans served as a Cavalry Scout with 3rd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, and deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. While returning to base after completing a mine-assessment mission in Samarra, the Humvee he was riding in was struck by an IED. Seamans and three of his brothers-in-arms did not survive the blast. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SGT Clinton R. Dean

SGT Clinton R. Dean, 54, U.S. Army, born in West Virginia August 10, 1946, passed away from Agent Orange-related health complications on January 16, 2001. Dean first served with 101st Airborne Division before becoming a Small Arms Repairer with 82nd Field Artillery Division, ensuring all infantry weapons and towed artillery were well-maintained. While fighting in Vietnam, his military career was cut short after he was injured by shrapnel and had to be removed from the battlefield. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CPT Riley L. Pitts

CPT Riley L. Pitts, 30, U.S. Army, born in Oklahoma October 15, 1937, was KIA on October 31, 1967. In Vietnam, Pitts was a Unit Commander with 25th Infantry Division. He was leading an assault mission when his unit was attacked. Pitts returned fire from an exposed position, allowing his men to advance on VC forces. Even after throwing himself on a grenade, which failed to explode, he provided cover fire until he was hit by an RPG. Pitts earned a Purple Heart, the Silver Star, and was the first black Officer awarded the Medal of Honor. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC Craig S. Ivory

SPC Craig S. Ivory, 26, U.S. Army, born in South Carolina January 24, 1977, passed away from health complications on August 17, 2003. Ivory was a Medic with 173rd Airborne Brigade, Southern European Task Force, and deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He provided aid to wounded troops at the trauma unit on base and was the direct medical support on several infantry patrols. For his service, Ivory earned the Bronze Star and has a scholarship program and an Army medical clinic named in his honor. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PO2 Forrest L. Colley

PO2 Forrest L. Colley, 88, U.S. Navy, born in Ohio November 18, 1922, passed away on December 17, 2010. In WWII, Colley served as an Electrician's Mate aboard the USS Bollinger (APA-234) and deployed to the Asiatic-Pacific Theater. After departing from Pearl Harbor, he helped ensure that the vessel's electrical systems were well-maintained as they provided logistical support for Marine Corps forces, crucial for victories in capturing Iwo Jima and liberating the Philippines from Japanese occupation. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

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