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DECEMBER 2023 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

Border Patrol Agent Robert W. Rosas Jr.

Border Patrol Agent Robert W. Rosas Jr., 30, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), born in California June 19, 1979, was killed in the line of duty on July 23, 2009. Before joining the CBP, Rosas was a Corrections Officer and a Reserve Police Officer. He then joined the CBP and was quickly recognized for his skills. Rosas became so well-known for his dedication to his community of El Centro that he was affectionately referred to as "The Mayor." For his service, there is a highway named in his honor. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PFC Devon J. Gibbons

PFC Devon J. Gibbons, 19, U.S. Army, born in Washington January 3, 1987, died from combat-related injuries on June 23, 2006. Gibbons was a Cavalry Scout with 1st Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, and deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. While on a combat mission in Taji, he was severely wounded when his Bradley Fighting Vehicle was struck by an IED. Gibbons passed away from his injuries shortly after. For his service, he was posthumously awarded a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SGT Logan J. Gilbert

SGT Logan J. Gilbert, 20, Missouri Army National Guard, born in Minnesota December 22, 1996, lost the battle with his demons on August 21, 2017. Eager to protect and defend his country, Gilbert enlisted in the National Guard when he was only 17 and was an Infantryman with 138th Infantry Regiment. He then graduated from Air Assault School and was following his goal of becoming an Airborne Ranger. Gilbert enjoyed the great outdoors, ruck marching, and hunting. Above all, he loved spending time with his family and friends. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Capt Michael J. Howard

Capt Michael J. Howard, 48, U.S.M.C., born in Virginia March 12, 1973, was overcome by his demons on November 29, 2021. Following his dream of becoming an officer in the Marines, Howard attended the Naval Academy and earned a degree in Control Systems Engineering. For ten years, he utilized the skills he learned at the Academy and served as a Flight Instructor and a Weapons Systems Officer for our F-18 Hornet fighter jets. At the time of his Honorable discharge, Howard had logged an impressive 1,500 flight hours. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PO3 Robert W. Marquez

PO3 Robert W. Marquez, 30, U.S. Navy, born in Colorado January 31, 1987, lost the battle within on March 18, 2017. Marquez served as an Aircrew Survival Equipmentman with Strike Force Squadron 195 "Dambusters" and was stationed at Naval Air Facility Atsugi. There, he was tasked with maintaining our aircrafts' parachutes, search & rescue equipment, and ensuring life support systems were fully operational. Marquez is remembered for his positive attitude, sense of humor, and contagious smile. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC Scott P. McLaughlin

SPC Scott P. McLaughlin, 29, Vermont Army National Guard, born in Vermont June 18, 1976, was killed in action on September 22, 2005. McLaughlin served with 1st Battalion, 172nd Armor Regiment and deployed to the Middle East as part of Task Force Saber in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. While on patrol with his unit in Ramadi, he was manning the machine gun turret of his vehicle when insurgents fired upon them. McLaughlin passed away on the battlefield after he was struck by an enemy sniper's bullet. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CPO Christian M. Pike

CPO Christian M. Pike, 31, U.S. Navy, born in Germany November 19, 1981, died from combat-related injuries on March 14, 2013. Pike was a Cryptologic Technician Technical Chief with Naval Special Warfare Support Activity 1 and deployed with SEAL Team 5 for Operation Enduring Freedom. While on a combat mission, his unit was ambushed by a large group of enemy forces. Pike passed away from injuries sustained shortly after. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star with "V" device. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Police Chief Gordon F. Waters Sr.

Police Chief Gordon F. Waters Sr., 64, Nicholls Police Department, born in Georgia June 15, 1947, passed away from cancer on April 30, 2012. Waters proudly served his community for over 20 years and was well-known and respected by all in his small town. He wanted to be the best in the department, so he took courses in Crime Scene Processing, Emergency Preparedness, and Radar Operating. Waters also worked with the Safety Fire Commissioner and was made Battalion Chief of the State Fire Marshal Corps. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SrA \xa0Stephen D. Cumpton

SrA Stephen D. Cumpton, 61, U.S. Air Force, born September 28, 1961, passed away in a motorcycle accident on August 9, 2023. Cumpton proudly served our country for over five years as a Law Enforcement Specialist with 3345th Security Police Squadron. After the military, he dedicated himself to helping his fellow Veterans. Cumpton was a member of several motorcycle clubs, working with the American Legion to honor our country's heroes and bring to light the struggles that so many of them face after their time in the service. Fly high, Airman! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CPT Jeremiah L. Freitag

CPT Jeremiah L. Freitag, 34, U.S. Army, born in Iowa March 12, 1984, passed away from cancer on September 20, 2018. Freitag was first a Cannon Crewmember when he deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He then became a Medical Staff Officer with 1st Battalion, 41st Field Artillery Regiment, and deployed for Operation Enduring Freedom. Freitag returned home and was assigned to the Army Medical Department, where he became the Chief of the Medical Management Center. For his service, he earned the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Police Chief Jeffrey D. Roosa

Police Chief Jeffrey D. Roosa, 47, Lee Police Department, born July 23, 1973, passed away from ALS on May 29, 2021. Roosa first served with Lee P.D. and then the Sheffield P.D. for six years. He then transferred back to Lee P.D., where, in addition to being a Patrolman, he was a member of the Berkshire County Special Response Team. Roosa also served as an Instructor of Firearms, Tasers, and Active Shooter Response and Training. For his service, he earned the Massachusetts State Police Medal of Valor. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSG Vincenzo Romeo

SSG Vincenzo Romeo, 23, U.S. Army, born in Italy July 11, 1983, was killed in action on May 6, 2007. Romeo served as an Infantryman with 5th Battalion, 20th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division and deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. While conducting a combat mission in the Diyala province, an IED was detonated right next to the Stryker armored vehicle he was riding in. Romeo and five brothers-in-arms did not survive the blast. For his service, he was posthumously awarded a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Deputy Sheriff Darren Almendarez

Deputy Sheriff Darren Almendarez, 51, Harris County Sheriff’s Office, born in Texas August 15, 1970, passed away unexpectedly on March 31, 2022. Almendarez served as a Patrolman and Field Training Officer. His skills were soon recognized, and he was chosen to join a Multi-Agency Gang Task Force to capture fugitives, reduce neighborhood violence, and teach youths about the alternatives to an often low-survival gang lifestyle. For his service, a Community Center and a Highway are named in his honor. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SFC \xa0Shawn P. McCloskey

SFC Shawn P. McCloskey, 33, U.S. Army, born in New York October 13, 1975, was killed in action on September 16, 2009. McCloskey served as an Intelligence Sergeant with 3rd Battalion, 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne), and deployed as part of a Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force in Operation Enduring Freedom. While conducting a mounted patrol, his vehicle was struck by an IED. McCloskey and two 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!

SSgt Thomas S. Alexander

SSgt Thomas S. Alexander, 42, U.S.M.C., born in Ohio June 22, 1977, passed away on November 2, 2019. After showing exceptional skills in boot camp, Alexander was selected to join the elite 1st Reconnaissance Battalion. For eight years, he served as a Reconnaissance Man and Field Radio Operator and deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Alexander had a big heart, a great sense of humor, and a charismatic personality that made those around him, friend or stranger, feel like part of his family. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

LCpl Joshua M. Bernard

LCpl Joshua M. Bernard, 21, U.S.M.C., born in Massachusetts December 30, 1987, was killed in action on August 14, 2009. Bernard served as a Rifleman with 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment and deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and then to Afghanistan for Operation Enduring Freedom. While on a combat mission in Helmand Province, his unit came under enemy fire, and he was hit by shrapnel from an RPG. Bernard did not survive his injuries. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Sgt \xa0Alan T. Jensen

Sgt Alan T. Jensen, 25, U.S.M.C., born in Illinois August 12, 1942, was killed in action on October 17, 1967. In Vietnam, Jensen was a Rifleman with 1st Recon Battalion. On his third tour, he went on a mission to rescue a Recon team that was under attack. Shortly after landing, his unit was ambushed. Jensen heroically ran towards the enemy gun nests, drawing fire so his men could reach cover. The next morning, he passed away in another enemy attack. For his service, Jensen earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSgt Shawn M. Roeder

SSgt Shawn M. Roeder, 28, U.S. Air Force, born in Iowa October 10, 1984, passed away on April 18, 2013. Roeder was first stationed in Italy but was soon deployed to Iraq and Kuwait in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He then volunteered to go to Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom. There, Roeder was embedded with the Army and drove tactical vehicles on 65 combat missions. After the military, he returned home with the goal of attending medical school to help develop better prosthetics for injured Veterans. Fly high, Airman! Til Valhalla, Brother!

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