In Memoriam

In Memory of Captain Chris Pate

On July 21st 2006 Capt Pate was operating as a member of Military Training Team, tasked to mentor Iraqi soldiers in the Al Anbar Province of Iraq. He was not scheduled to work that day, but volunteered to leave the wire and help his teammates conduct security patrols. An insurgent detonated an Improvised Explosive Device…
In Honor and Memory of Sgt. Trista Leah Moretti

June 14, 1980 – June 25, 2007South Plainfield, New Jersey On June 25, 2007, Sgt. Trista L. Moretti gave her life in service to her country during a mortar…
In Memory of Lieutenant Colonel Jaimie Leonard

Lieutenant Colonel Jaimie Elizabeth Leonard, a dedicated and selfless servant leader, died on June 8, 2013, in Sharana, the capital of the Paktika Province of Afghanistan from injuries sustained…
In Memory of 1st Lt Roslyn Schulte

First Lieutenant Roslyn Schulte was the first female Air Force Academy graduate to die in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. In 2010, the Air Force Academy established the prestigious Lt. Roslyn Schulte Cadet Award, a tribute designed to honor a cadet who exemplifies the same unwavering commitment to impeccable character, steadfast leadership, and an unyielding…
In Memory of Captain Brent L. Morel

In the annals of American heroism, the story of Captain Brent Morel stands as a testament to valor, dedication, and the spirit of self-sacrifice. Born in Nashville and raised…
In Memory of CTTC Christian Pike

Cryptologic Technician Technical Chief Christian M. Pike. Christian was a man whose life was defined by duty, honor, and unwavering dedication to his country and his fellow service members….
In Memory of SSgt Jay T. Collado

Today, we remember and honor the life of Jay Tirona Collado, who tragically left this world on February 20, 2006, at the age of 31. Jay was a beloved…
In Memory of SFC Antonio Rey Rodriguez

SFC Antonio Rey Rodriguez, affectionately known as “ROD” by his comrades, was born on July 26, 1991, in Las Cruces, NM, and from the very beginning, his life was marked by a spirit of dedication, service, and unwavering commitment. Antonio’s early years were steeped in the rich traditions of his family. Growing up amidst the…
In Memory of Sergeant Lucas Pyeatt

Today, we gather to honor the life and legacy of Sergeant Lucas T. Pyeatt, a true embodiment of the United States Marine Corps ethos. Born in Lakenheath, Suffolk, England,…
In Memory of SGT William Rechenmacher

SGT William Joshua Rechenmacher served as an imagery analyst with 1st Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 1st Cavalry Division, out of Fort Hood, Texas. Josh’s love for the military was…