You Helped Honor These Heroes

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OCTOBER 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

SSG Denise Jimenez

SSG Denise Jimenez, 28, U.S. Army, born in New York April 20, 1994, lost the battle with her demons on October 27, 2022. Jimenez served our country with 704th Military Intelligence Brigade, 741st Military Intelligence Battalion at Fort George G. Meade. There, she helped conduct information superiority operations and linguist support to the NSA and other intelligence agencies. Jimenez was very proud of everything she did for our country. She was a genuinely loving person who made a positive impact wherever she went. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Sister!

PO3 Dalton C. Gray

PO3 Dalton C. Gray, 29, U.S. Navy, born February 14, 1993, was overcome by his demons on August 1, 2022. Dalton was an Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist aboard the USS Frank Cable (AS-40). There, he was tasked with ensuring the safe operation of each command and platform aboard the vessel. Gray was a true family man who would do anything for the ones he loved. Whether riding motorcycles with his dad, gaming with his sons, or just having a cookout, he cherished every moment with his family. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Deputy Laura A. James

Deputy Laura A. James, 51, Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office, born February 16, 1970, passed away from COVID-19 related health complications on September 6, 2021. James served in law enforcement as an Emergency Dispatcher. From answering 911 calls to informing first responders of every detail before entering a potentially dangerous situation, she was seen as a guardian angel to all she worked with. James was a selfless person who cared greatly for others, and her community is a lesser place without her. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Sister!

SPC Alex Hernandez III

SPC Alex Hernandez III, 21, U.S. Army, June 8, 1990, lost the battle with his demons on May 12, 2012. Hernandez began his service to our country as an Automatic Test Systems Operator/Maintainer. He then became a CH-47 Door Gunner with 25th Combat Aviation Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, and deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Hernandez had a great sense of humor and a smile that lit up the room. He had a natural ability to brighten someone's day and always made others feel welcome. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

Sgt \xa0Meagan R. Burke

Sgt Meagan R. Burke, 31, Oklahoma City P.D., born in California June 25, 1991, passed away in a car accident on September 29, 2022. Burke began her law enforcement career on patrol before joining the Highway Interdiction Unit, helping cull drug flow into her state. She then returned to patrol as a Field Training Officer. Burke was a fearless officer with a big heart. She loved her community and helped out wherever she could, including as a volunteer coach and mentor for the Youth Leadership Academy. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Sister!

Maj Eugene W. Sanders Jr.

MAJ Eugene W. Sanders Jr., 71, U.S. Army, born in Oregon January 4, 1951, passed away on April 22, 2022. Sanders served three tours in Vietnam with the 101st Airborne, the 18th MP Brigade, and Military Assistance Command, Vietnam. After the war, he earned multiple degrees and became an education counselor for the Army. Next, Sanders was assigned to U.S. Forces Command, and, after receiving the highest security clearance, helped to oversee all our country's military operations. For his service, he earned the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SSG Ernest L. Turley

SSG Ernest L. Turley, 79, U.S. Army, born in Kentucky September 30, 1940, passed away on June 6, 2020. Turley was a Radio Operator and a Lineman with 1st Signal Brigade. He deployed overseas and served two tours in Vietnam. After the war, Turley returned home and worked as a truck driver to support his family until retiring. He enjoyed fishing with his family, working on cars, and going to the casino to play his favorite slot machine. Turley was a great friend, a loving husband, and a dedicated father. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PO3 & Deputy Sheriff Stephen B. Dutton

PO3 & Deputy Sheriff Stephen B. Dutton, 54, U.S. Navy, Harris County Sheriff's Office, born in Georgia August 17, 1965, passed away from COVID-19 on August 14, 2020. Dutton was first a Hull Maintenance Technician aboard the USS Simon Lake (AS-33). He then joined the H.C.S.O., serving in the Court Services Department, and was tasked with courtroom security, transporting inmates, and keeping order in the county jail. Dutton is remembered as an outstanding deputy and a man you could always rely on for help. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SP4 Robert A. Wojtyna

SP4 Robert A. Wojtyna, 21, U.S. Army, born in Pennsylvania February 8, 1948, was killed in action on April 6, 1969. Wojtyna had originally planned on joining the Navy but was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam War, where he served as an Infantryman with 8th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division. During Operation Wayne Grey, his unit was cutting off communications and supplies to the PAVN when he was hit by enemy small arms fire and passed away. For his service, Wojtyna earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PO1 Patrick D. Feeks

PO1 Patrick D. Feeks, 28, U.S. Navy, born in California October 8, 1983, was killed in action on August 16, 2012. Feeks served as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller with SEAL Team 3. He deployed multiple times in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, where he took part in over 80 combat operations. Feeks passed away when his helicopter was shot down by insurgent forces in Afghanistan. For his service, he was posthumously awarded a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star with "V" device. Fair winds and following seas, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!

PO1 & Police Officer Corwyn A. Booker Jr.

PO1 & Ofc Corwyn A. Booker Jr., 44, U.S. Navy, Richmond P.D., born in New York April 17, 1975, passed away on June 15, 2019. Booker served as an Aviation Ordnanceman assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 106. After several deployments, he left the Navy and joined the Richmond P.D. for ten years. For his dedication to protecting his community, Booker was named "Officer of the Month" in July of 2015. Booker then decided to re-enlist in the Navy as a Master-At-Arms and deployed overseas several more times. Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SGT Stephen C. Jeffrey

SGT Stephen C. Jeffrey, 78, U.S. Army, born in Georgia January 13, 1944, passed away on June 12, 2022. In 1966, during the height of the Vietnam War, Jeffrey was drafted into the Army. He was assigned to the 35th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, and participated in several important battles in Pleiku. After the military, Jeffrey began a 30-year career with IBM, where he worked until he retired. He is remembered as a gentle giant with a great sense of humor who always knew how to keep other's spirits soaring. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

LCpl & Firefighter Jeremy J. McKay

LCpl & FF Jeremy J. McKay, 45, U.S.M.C., Clay County Fire Rescue (CCFR), born in Minnesota June 10, 1974, passed away from cancer on November 27, 2019. McKay began his service to our country for two years in the Marines before joining the CCFR, where he served as a Firefighter and Paramedic for 14 years. McKay's illness was linked to unseen dangers of being a Firefighter and prompted the passing of the "Florida Firefighters Presumptive Cancer Bill," which allocates funds to cover cancer treatments for Firefighters. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SPC Scott L. Jeanes

SPC Scott L. Jeanes, 35, U.S. Army, South Carolina Army National Guard, born in South Carolina January 18, 1979, was overcome by his demons on August 6, 2014. Jeanes proudly served our country and deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Upon his return home, he continued his service in the S.C. Army National Guard. Jeanes had a passion for riding his Harley-Davidson and cherished every moment he spent with his loved ones. He was a fiercely loyal friend, a great brother, and a loving son. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

CW3 Thomas L. Miller

CW3 Thomas L. Miller, 44, Indiana Army National Guard, born in Indiana October 16, 1952, passed away in a training accident on March 1, 1997. Miller honorably served several tours in the Vietnam War as a UH-1 Huey Helicopter Pilot. After the war, he returned home and continued to serve our country in the 137th Assault Helicopter Battalion, 38th Combat Aviation Brigade. While performing a non-combatant evacuation training mission, Miller passed away when his helicopter's engine suddenly failed and crashed. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

A1C \xa0Christian M. VanWagner

A1C Christian M. VanWagner, 22, U.S. Air Force, born in North Carolina September 13, 1996, lost the battle with his demons on July 1, 2019. VanWagner's time in the military was spent stationed at Vance Air Force Base in Alaska. There, he was an Air Traffic Controller assigned to the 71st Flying Training Wing and was tasked with ensuring the safe takeoffs and landings of aircrafts on base. VanWagner was a talented athlete and gifted musician. More than anything, he was a kind man who changed people's lives for the better. Fly high, Airman! Til Valhalla, Brother!

SP4 Donald A. Sargent

SP4 Donald "Ducky" Sargent, 23, U.S. Army, born in Maine January 14, 1939, was declared missing in action on March 16, 1962. During the Cold War, Sargent served our country as an Army Ranger and was selected to be a part of the Military Assistance Advisory Group, Vietnam. Before America's official entrance to the Vietnam War, he was flying to Saigon aboard Flying Tiger Line Flight 739 on a top-secret mission when the aircraft disappeared. Sargent and 106 other servicemen and crew members were never seen again. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

1LT Robert A. Harrison

1LT Robert A. Harrison, 24, U.S. Army, born in North Carolina September 19, 1946, was killed in action on January 2, 1971. Harrison served as an Infantry Unit Commander with 196th Infantry Brigade, Americal Division. While on a reconnaissance patrol mission in the mountains of Quang Nam, his unit engaged in a brutal firefight with Viet Cong forces. Harrison was severely wounded by enemy small arms fire and passed away from his injuries several days later. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!

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