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DECEMBER 2023 EDITION 3

"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

SPC Wesley A. Harris

SPC Wesley A. Harris, 29, U.S. Army, born in Texas March 3, 1985, passed away in an automobile accident on August 16, 2014. During the War on Terror, Harris served our country in the 502nd Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division. While in the military, he deployed twice to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Harris enjoyed going fishing, spending time outdoors and had a passion for art, music, and reading. He was a great friend, a loving husband, and a fantastic father to his two daughters. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PFC Trevor S. Stieg

PFC Trevor S. Stieg, 33, U.S. Army, born in Michigan September 18, 1987, lost the battle with his demons on May 25, 2021. Stieg served as an M1 Abrams Tank System Maintainer and deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was tasked with ensuring that our tanks functioned properly and were in combat-ready condition. Stieg returned home and became a tattooist. His exceptional skills as an artist made him one of the most well-respected and sought-after ink masters in Reed City, Michigan. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Cpl James B. Rice Jr.

Cpl James B. Rice Jr., 22, U.S.M.C., born in Missouri July 25, 1946, was killed in action on February 23, 1969. Rice served as a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic with 4th Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division. In the midst of the Tet Offensive, he was stationed at a command post in the Quang Nam Province when his unit was attacked by mortars and small arms fire. Rice passed away from multiple shrapnel wounds from an enemy explosive. For his service, he was posthumously awarded a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star with "V" device. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC Joseph A. Viramontes II

SPC Joseph A. Viramontes II, 29, born December 25, 1990, passed away on June 16, 2020. Viramontes served as a Combat Medic with 420th Engineer Company. In 2012, he deployed to Afghanistan and served one tour in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Viramontes was a genuine man of faith. He was the type of person who always looked for the good in people and encouraged those positive traits. He was a fiercely loyal friend, a loving son, but more than anything, a proud, devoted father to his daughter, Lily. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Captain William J. Magers

Captain William J. Magers, 46, Fort George G. Meade Fire Department, born in Washington D.C. July 29, 1976, passed away from COVID-19 related health complications on January 11, 2023. After a semi-pro and professional baseball career, Magers decided to serve his community and joined the fire department. Through hard work and dedication, he rose through the ranks quickly and became Captain of Truck 45. For his efforts, Magers was awarded the "Department of Defense Civilian Firefighter of the Year" in 2007. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CPL Gilbert Flores II

CPL Gilbert Flores II, 53, U.S. Army, born in Texas August 13, 1968, passed away from health complications on June 26, 2022. Flores served as an Infantryman with 3rd Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment. He deployed overseas several times and spent nearly four years stationed in South Korea. Flores was the kind of man who had never met a stranger. He had a big heart and always made sure his friends and family knew how much they were loved. Flores was a great brother, a loving son, and a fantastic father of four. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Cpl & Firefighter Morris S. Arcement

Cpl & FF Morris S. Arcement, 65, U.S.M.C., Lafitte Barataria Crown-Point Fire Department (LBCP F.D.), born in Louisiana December 28, 1955, passed away on November 30, 2021. Arcement served as a Tractor Trailer Operator during the Vietnam War. He was attached to 1st Marine Amphibious Brigade for the rest of his 12 years in the Corps. After the military, Arcement returned home and served his community for 20 years as a Firefighter with the LBCP F.D. For his actions, he was named Fire Operator of the Month April, 1999. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC & Deputy Sheriff Gary D. Burnette

SPC & Deputy Sheriff Gary D. Burnette, 71, U.S. Army, Etowah County Sheriff's Office, born September 17, 1946, passed away on February 14, 2018. Burnett was a member of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, and deployed to Vietnam in 1968. After the military, he joined the Etowah County S.O. and served his community for six years. Burnette was a man of faith who loved his family, riding motorcycles, and could often be found working on his classic Pontiac GTO. For his service, he earned the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Lieutenant William T. Manning

Lieutenant William T. Manning, 34, Tallapoosa Police Department, born August 3, 1938, was killed in the line of duty on February 11, 1973. Manning began his service to our country in the Army as an MP. After the military, he decided to continue a career in law enforcement and joined the Georgia State Patrol. After eight years, Manning transferred to the Tallapoosa P.D. During a routine traffic stop, the driver of the speeding car pulled out a gun and fired. Manning did not survive his wounds. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SGT Juan M. Serrano

SGT Juan M. Serrano, 31, U.S. Army, born in Puerto Rico May 13, 1972, passed away in a non-combat incident on July 24, 2003. Serrano served as a Petroleum Supply Specialist with 1st Battalion, 37th Armor regiment, and deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Serrano had a great sense of humor and a natural ability to put a smile on someone's face. He is remembered as a genuinely selfless patriot who gave his life for a cause he believed in. For his service, he earned the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC Nicholas A. Dumont

SPC Nicholas A. Dumont, 24, Rhode Island Army National Guard, born in Rhode Island August 13, 1991, passed away in a construction accident on September 4, 2015. Dumont served as a Cannon Crewmember with 1st Battalion, 103rd Field Artillery Regiment. He deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Dumont had a true sense of adventure and believed in living life to the fullest. He enjoyed snowboarding, paintball, and always took advantage of an opportunity to spend time with the ones he loved. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PO2 Harry D. Huckelberry

PO2 Harry D. Huckelberry, 23, U.S. Navy, born in Kentucky April 26, 1945, was lost at sea on May 23, 1968. Huckelberry served as a Torpedoman aboard the Skipjack-class nuclear submarine USS Scorpion (SSN-589). While returning to port after a three-month classified mission in the Mediterranean Sea, communication with the vessel abruptly stopped and was never re-established. The wreckage of the Scorpion was found months later, but Huckelberry and 98 of his fellow submariners were lost at sea. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PO1 Jon M. Reno

PO1 Jon M. Reno, 55, U.S. Navy, born in Mississippi April 1, 1966, passed away from COVID-19 Pneumonia on September 12, 2021. Reno proudly served our country for over 20 years as an Aviation Support Equipment Technician and deployed during the Gulf War. After joining the military, he continued to serve our country as a Technician at the Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic. Reno is remembered as an outdoorsman, a tinkerer, but more than anything, as a loving husband and terrific father. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PO2 Clayton R. Beauchamp

PO2 Clayton R. Beauchamp, 21, U.S. Navy, born in Texas January 16, 1991, was killed in action on August 7, 2012. Beauchamp served as a Hospital Corpsman assigned to 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, and deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. While on a dismounted patrol in Helmand Province, he passed away when a roadside bomb was detonated as his unit walked by. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and a memorial college scholarship program named in his honor. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PFC Joshua R. Pallotta

PFC Joshua R. Pallotta, 25, Vermont Army National Guard, born in Vermont April 2, 1989, lost the battle within on September 23, 2014. Pallotta was a Mortarman with 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Mountain) and deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. He showed true bravery when his team was ambushed, and he exposed himself to provide cover fire, allowing the wounded to be evacuated. For his service, he earned an Army Commendation Medal with "V" device and has a memorial fund to help veterans suffering from PTSD. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CMSgt \xa0Arthur J. Andrews Jr.

CMSgt Arthur J. Andrews Jr., 67, U.S. Air Force, born in New York June 23, 1952, passed away from cancer on January 2, 2020. Andrews proudly served our country for over 20 years. His unique talents brought him to Delaware, Arkansas, Texas, England, and Korea. After the military, he continued to serve our country in the Air Force Civil Service until he retired. Andrews loved traveling with his wife to see new places and experience new things. He was a family man and cherished every moment he spent with the ones he loved. Fly high, Airman! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC & Corrections Officer Destin J. Fulton

SPC & Ofc Destin J. Fulton, 30, U.S. Army, Potosi Correctional Center, born December 18, 1990, was overcome by his demons on July 3, 2021. Fulton served as an Intelligence Analyst with 318th Psychological Operations Company at Jefferson Barracks in Missouri. He was tasked with analyzing, assessing, and distributing tactical information about enemy forces and potential conflict areas worldwide. After the military, Fulton began a career in law enforcement and became a Corrections Officer at the Potosi Corrections Center. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSG Randy E. Main

SSG Randy E. Main, 44, U.S. Army, born in Kansas July 23, 1971, passed away from health complications on November 16, 2015. Main had a very diverse 14-year military career, serving as a Joint Fire Support Specialist, an MP, Field Support Services, a Warrior Leader Course NCO, and had deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Outside of the Army, he was a member of the Patriot Guard and the American Legion to help ensure America's Veterans are honored the way our country's Heroes should be. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

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