[ The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: UPDATED 02/14/06]

Profiles of Americans killed in Iraq
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Profiles of Americans killed in Iraq
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Padilla Aleman, Geovani Native of Mexico Padilla-Ramirez, Fernando Died weeks after son's birth Pahnke, Shawn Listed on phone to his son's birth Palacios, Gabriel Nicaragua native Paliwoda, Eric Wedding to plan Palmatier, Jacob C. Writer with quirky sense of humor Palmer, Cory L. Best player on high school soccer team Palmer, Joshua Sense of humor Palmer, Joshua Liked Iraqi children Palmisano, Eric Killed in flash flood Panchot, Dale Born to be a soldier Pankey, Larry Was Denver police officer Parker, Bradley Wrote letters often Parker, Daniel Felt serving was public obligation Parker, Elisha R. Seemed to know what he wanted Parker, Evan 'He was a scrapper' Parker, James Into hip-hop Parker, Kristian Engaged Parker, Saburant Family man, champion wrestler Parker, Tommy Jr. Loved to hunt Parkerson, Harvey E. III Wrestled in school Parr, David Loved to tell stories Parrello, Brian Planned to teach history Parrott, Michael Intellectual, athlete Parson, David Left for Iraq on Mother's Day Parson, Lonnie 'Sweet, easygoing person' Partridge, Willard 'Always a smile' Patten, Andrew 'A natural' musician Patterson, Esau Jr. Felt duty to serve Patterson, Jayton D. Was on White House detail Payne, Rocky Remained a kid at heart Payne, William Delayed retirement Paytas, Dylan Handsome, liked to laugh Payton, George 'I thought he'd come home alive' Pearce, Joshua Wrote open letter on Sept. 11 Pearrow, Eric Loved off-road driving Pedersen, Michael He loved his daughter Pellegrini Jr., Gennaro Was Philadelphia cop Pena-Romero, Jorge L. Knew how to lighten people's moods Penisten, Brian 'He was one tough cookie' Pennanen, Ross Very gung-ho Pennington, Gregory Called home on Father's Day Peralez, Johnny Jr. Loved by neighbor Peralta, Rafael Had premonition Perez, Andres Quite the dancer Perez, Christopher S. Loved weightlifting Perez, Geoffrey Dreamed of being action-movie actor Perez, Hector Remembered by dad, a WW II vet Perez, Joel Loved family, Army Perez, Jose III Put his paramedic skills to work Perez, Nicholas His Marine sister read eulogy Perez, Richard A. Hoped to play baseball Perez, Stephen Joined Marines after 9-11 Perez, Wilfredo Found confidence wearing uniform Pernell, Carlos E. A 'leader, hard worker' Pernaselli, Michael Pro wrestling fan Perry, David Calif. prison guard Persing, Charles Wanted to buy land Peters, Dustin Awarded Bronze Star Peterson, Alyssa Woman of faith Petriken, Brett Jokester loved the Detroit Lions Petsche, Neil Fourth-generation military Pettaway, James L. Taught son basketball Petty, Christopher Planned to redeploy Petty, Eric Grace under fire Petty, Jerrick 'I love you, Dad' Petty, Jerrick Looked out for others Pfender, Jonathan Killed by roadside bomb Pfister, Jacob M. Wanted to give 'payback' to terrorists Phelan, Mark P. Loved sailing Phelps, Chance 'Very in tune politically' Phelps, Christopher 'Do all you can while you can' Philippe, Gladimir Called kid brother often Philippon, Lawrence R. "He lived life at warp speed" Phillips, James Loved his family, car Phillips, Steven Reunited with birth parents Phipps, Ivory Family most important Piche, Pierre Left love messages for his wife Pickering, Aaron Liked military Piestewa, Lori First woman to die in Iraq Pillen, Paul In love with Black Hawks Pineda, Carlos Became man of the house at 8 Pinson, Amanda Wanted to be an FBI agent Pintor, Dennis L. Helped Iraqi children Pirtle, James 'Beautiful person' Plouhar, Raymond J. Angered by 'Fahrenheit 9/11' role Plumondore, Adam J. World-class sharpshooter Poelman, Eric Told brothers to finish strong Poindexter, Jason Impish nature Pokorny, Andrew 'Loved being with other soldiers' Pokorney, Frederick He'd make you proud Pollard, Justin He'll 'be a hero the rest of my life' Polley, Larry Jr. Played video games Ponce Ruiz, Lorenzo 'Always willing to help' Pope, Robert 'Just idolized' little sister Pospisil, Michael V. Liked chemistry, explosives Postal, Michael V. Devoured books on military strategy Poston, Christopher Big guy with soft side Potocki, Michael J. Gave his best at all times Potter, Darrin Outspoken, caring Potter, David Family tradition Potts, Christopher S. 'Best father in the world' Poulin, Lynn 'MacGyver of the neighborhood' Powell, Chad 'Good ol' Southern boy' Powell, James 'When I found out he died, I died' Powers, Caleb Abandoned child Powers, Joshua Master video gamer Pratt, Daniel 'Kind and good soul' Pratt, Dean 'He is safe now' Prazynski, Taylor B. Wanted to teach disabled students Prening, Brian 'He's irreplaceable' Presley, Michael Visited first-graders Prevete, James E. 'Watch over my sister' Prewitt, Kelley Grew up in Birmingham Prewitt, Tyler 'A leader among men' Price, James 'He'll never call me again' Price, Jonathan Eagle Scout Price, Timothy Va. Tech grad Priest, Tina Was medical assistant Prince, Kevin 'He's not just a number' Prince, Neil Loved son, wife, sports Probst, Michael Fell from tree house Procopio, Mark 'Super-competitive guy' Procopio, Scott Recalled by childhood friend Proctor, Joseph E. Cared more for others than himself Provisio III, Robert G. On third tour of duty in Iraq Puckett, Mathew 'In a better place' Puello-Coronado, Jaror Saved fellow soldier's life Pugh, Robert Asked that other soldiers be helped Pummill, Richard 'Tough kid, tough adult' Pusateri, Christopher Born on July 4 Qualls, Louis Sympathized with poor Iraqis Quinn, Michael Hoped to retire in 4 years Quinton, Bryan L. A sweet-tempered mischief-maker Ragimov, Mourad Family fled Azerbaijan Rahaim, Joseph Told tall tales Raines, Carl 'Just a fun-loving kid' Rairdan, Rhonald Made friends easily Ramey, Brandon Hero to brothers Ramey, Richard 'Loved to do his job' Ramirez, Benito A. Made impression as child Ramirez, Christopher Loved being with family Ramirez, Eric Star Wars fan Ramirez, Gene In dad's footsteps Ramirez, Reyes Skilled engineer, 'great leader' Ramirez, William Practical joker Ramirez Gonzalez, Aleina Followed father into military Ramos, Christopher Loved 18-month-old daughter Ramos, Hector 'A man and a Marine' Ramseyer, Jason In high school's hall of fame Ramsey, Brandon Artist planned to attend college Ramsey, Carson Liked to hunt and fish Ramsey, Christopher Military a longtime dream Ramsey, Joshua 'Loved Iraqi people' Randle, Edmond 'The perfect kid' Raney, Cleston Determined to enlist Rangel, Jose 3 years from retirement Rangel, Ray Coached youth football Rapicault, Patrick Injured several times Ravago, Rel Talented artist Raymond, Pierre 'He was always laughing' Read, Brandon Went on risk convoy Reali, Regina 'A people person' Redifer, Jason Prankster in cowboy boots Reed, Aaron 'A great cook' Reed, Christopher Loved hunting and fishing Reed, Jonathan Proud LSU fan Reed, Ryan Serious about faith Reed, Tatjana Left 10-year-old daughter Reeder, Edward 'He couldn't have died doing a better thing' Reese, Aaron Positive outlook Reese, Gary 'A prankster' Regnier, Jeremy 'He'd give shirt off his back' Rehn, Randy Loved practical jokes Reinke, Gavin B. Devoted family man Reiss, Brendon Missing since last month Renehan, Kyle Fought to stay alive Rentschler, George Planned to coach youth Reppuhn, Justin Parents were proud Reyes, Jason 'Hero of my heart' Reyes, Luis Had 'passion for military' Reyes, Mario 'Shy, but lots of friends' Reyes Torres, Ramon Humble Puerto Rican Reyna, Seferino Quiet, hardworking Reynolds, Sean Fought for justice Reynolds, Steven Skipped school to fish Reynosa, Rafael Wife is expecting Reynoso, Yadir 'I've become a man' Rice, Demetrius Trained to be chef Richardson, William Covered buddies Richardson, William D. 'Highly intelligent' Rico, Ariel Great athlete Ridgley, Kenneth Rodeo roper Ridlen, Jeremy Twin also in Iraq Riedel, Andrew Had ready smile Ries, David Did not complain Riggs, Wesley R. Had movie star blue eyes Rimes, Garry Raised in Philippines Rincon, Diego Conyers man had zest for life Rintamaki, Steven Recently met his biological mother Rios, Duane 'Eight years of special memories' Rios, Hernando 'Full of joy' Rippetoe, Russell He was a natural-born leader Risner, Henry Killed by sniper while giving candy to kids Rivera, Jose Army recruiter Rivera-Serrano, Jose Planned to re-enlist Rivero, John Born at Robins AFB Rivers, Frank Craved grandmother's cooking Roark, Timothy 'A very good friend' Roberts, Bob Zest for life Robbins, Thomas Talented artist Robbins, Todd Switched from Navy to Army Robbins, William Learned some Arabic Roberts, Anthony Gave candy to Iraqi kids Roberts, Bob Joined in his late 20s Roberts, Robert Proud of his work Robertson, Michael Bride also was a medic Robinson, Jeremiah Dad served in Iraq, too Robles, Lizbeth 'Danger everywhere' Robsky, Joseph Jr. Defused bombs Rocha, Moses Powerful presence Rock, Nathaniel 'Gave 410 percent' Rockhold, Marlin Shy, but could joke with friends Rodriguez, Jose Hoped to be police officer Rodriguez, Jose Enjoyed school dances Rodriguez, Joseph Math was best subject Rodriguez, Robert Hated being short Rogers, Jeffry Worked hard for goals Roehl, George Sent money back to his mother Rogers, Gregory Wife died in October Rogers, Philip Sketched every chance he got Rojas, Kenny Music was his life Roman-Cruz, Alexis 'Fighter, very positive' Romero, Ramon 'The ideal student' Romines, Brian 'Was kind of worried' Roodhouse, Edwin Volunteered twice for Iraq Rooney, Robert Jeff Gordon fan Rosas, Richard Heart and soul of Army platoon Rosacker, Randal Got football offers Rosario, Jose Wanted to be an attorney Rose, Scott Southern gentleman Rosenbaum, Thomas 'Had you laughing' Rosenberg, Randy Avid outdoorsman Roukey, Lawrence Military tradition Roustum, David Saved buddies Rovinsky, Gary T. 'Jack of all trades' Rowe, Brandon 101st soldier always smiled Rowe, Michael 'Had a heart of gold' Rowe, Roger Planned to build clubhouse for grandkids Rozier, Jonathan Won Bronze Star Rubalcava, Isela 'Always smiling' Rubado, Charles Calm and cool Ruhren, David 'The man of the house' Ruiz, Jose Inspired by 9/11 Rund, Gregory 'Did everything to extreme' Rusin, Aaron Volunteered at fire station Russell, John Friendly jokester Russoli, Andrew Played trombone, fenced Ruth, Monta 'The peacekeeper' Ryan, Marc On 3rd tour Ryan, Timothy Passion for drumming, helicopters Rymer, Lyle Steady and focused Saboe, Scott Remembered by South Dakota chums Sacco, Dominic 'All about the Army' Saenz, Carlos 'Good father, good son, good soldier' Sage, Lance Tinkered with gadgets Sahib, Rasheed Nicknamed Smiley Saintvil, Gael Hero to younger brother Salas, Ricky 'Always wanted to be leader' Salas, Rudy 'He died a hero' Salazar, Roberto Martinez One rugged guy Salazar, William Liked graphic design, film Salem, Adriana Encouraged sobriety Salie, David 'Dennis the Menace' Salter, Richard Great cook Saltz, Edward Heart of gold Sammis, Benjamin His wife's best friend Sampler, Sonny 'First-class kid' Sanchez, Alberto V. Military became his career Sanchez Jr., Efrain An avid reader Sanchez, Oscar Planned cruise with wife Sanders, Gregory 'His morale was great' Sanders, Ryan T. Was a doer, not a complainer Sandoval, Leroy Asked mother for prayer Sandoval-Flores, Felipe Gave new sweater to Iraqi boy Sandri, Matthew Had love for people Sanford, Barry Sr. 'Super guy' Santoriello, Neil Eagle Scout Santos, Isaias 'Exceptional warrior' Santos, Jeremiah S. Didn't let tough times defeat him Santos, Louis D. Optimistic about family, future Santos, Jonathan A book worm Sapp, Brandon Happy-go-lucky Sarno, Cameron Full of energy Sather, Scott Well-loved in community Savage, Jeremiah Wife sent photos of newborn son Saxton, Stephen P. Earning money for college Sayles, Phillip Known as 'Iceman' Saylor, Paul Voted 'best personality' Schall, Kenneth J. Planned to become a history teacher Schamberg, Kurt 'The world's going to miss him' Scheetz, Robert Jr. Eyes on being general Scheile, Daniel 'A manly man' Schelbert, Jens 'A father figure' Scheuerman, Jason D. 'A fun-loving person' Schiavoni, Nickolas 'Selected as outstanding student' Schild, Richard Loved Christmas Schmidt, John T. III Died months after injuries Schmidt, Justin Had to put off wedding Schmunk, Jeremiah High school wrestler Schneider, Sean Well-loved in community Schoff, Brian Superman fanatic Schornak, Christopher 'He was amazing' Schrage, Dustin Confident leader Schram, Brian 'Every day was adventure' Schram, Mathew Modest man lived by his principles Schroeder, Edward 'Always giving back' Schubert, Nathan 'Very competitive kid' Schuck, Brandon Loved life, cooking Schulz, Christian 'So adventurous' Schumann, Darrell Free spirit in the family Schuster, Benjamin 'Whiz with electronics' Scott, Joshua Strong Georgian Scott, Joshua 'A leader's dream' Scott, Kerry Avid backpacker Scott, Stephen Recent celebrated first anniversary Seamans, Timothy 'No parent should have to bury their child' Seesan, Aaron Ohio Eagle Scout Segura, Juan Fighter in the ring Seidel, Robert A. III Civil war buff Seiden, Marc Jumped into things Seifert, Christopher 'The Fourth Musketeer' Sekula, Dustin Skilled at riding, roping Sembly, Bernard L. Jr. Due to visit family Serio, Matthew Considered law enforcement Serrano, Juan 'I am proud to say he died there' Serrano, Nazario Hadn't met his son Sesker, Daniel Helped Iraqi students Settle, Darin Always free spirit Settle, Robert Was to visit home Seymour, Devon 'Was worth knowing' Shackelford, Michael Once hopped train Shanaberger, Wentz Wanted to make difference Shaver, Jeffrey Church youth leader Shea, Kevin 'Tender warrior' Shea, Timothy Found direction Sheehan, Casey 'He was a rock' Sheehan, Kevin Hard worker Shelley, Ronnie Sr. 'Grill master' Shelton, Jimmy Mischievous Shephard, Steven 'Like being around Jim Carrey' Shepherd, Adam Wild and crazy Shepherd, Kristopher Loved to laugh Shepherd, Michael Never got to see son Sherman, Alan 'Bigger than life' Sherman, Anthony Career military man Sherman, Stephen World adventurer Sherrill, James Had God with him Shields, Andrew 'He liked to dream' Shields, Jonathan Predicted death Shondee, Harry Jr. Gave bear hugs Shuder, Brad Was a gourmet cook Shull, James Hard worker Shumney, Dustin 'Wanted to give something back' Sickels, Kenneth Wanted to go sky diving Sides, Dustin 'He wanted to be there' Siekert, Thomas 'Fine young man' Siler, Alfred 'Had the biggest heart' Silva, Alfredo A sucker for kids Silva, Erik Grandmother blessed him with kiss Silva, Marco Became Army sharpshooter Silva, Sean No desk job for him Simmons, Leonard Gulf War veteran Simon, Chad Played pranks Simons, Aaron Took guitar to Iraq Simpson, Abraham Was in Boy Scouts Simpson, Jacob Self-taught guitarist Sims, Charles Sweet young man Sims, John Kept friends in stitches Sims, Justin Born to be a Marine Sims, Sean 'Gentle soul' Sinclair, Isiah Exciting musician Singh, Uday About to become U.S. citizen Singletary, Channing G. Loved granddad's military stories Sirko, Steven Married another medic Sissel, Aaron Had job to do Sisson, Christopher Wanted to become pilot Slaven, Benjamin J. Liked helping others Slavenas, Brian Gentle giant Slay, Russell Leaves 2 children Sloan, Brandon Pastor shaken by son's death Slocum, Richard A body builder Slocum, Thomas Turned his life around Small, Corey Mother had reservations about him joining Smette, Keith Wanted to teach Smith, Antoine Found his calling Smith, Benedict Wife also a military pilot Smith, Benjamin Had goofy side Smith, Benjamin A. 'Hard worker, quiet one' Smith, Brandon Wanted to be the best Smith, Brian Fascinated by tanks Smith, Bruce Taught martial arts Smith, Darrell Always in good mood Smith, Edward Proud of SWAT team cap Smith, Eric Flying was his choice Smith, Jason 'Glad to help Iraqis' Smith, Jeremiah Called a hard-nosed hard charger Smith, John M. Airborne all the way Smith, Justin Talented high school wrestler Smith, Kevin J. Forgetful but focused Smith, Kevin 'Very good heart' Smith, Matthew Discussed religion, philosophy Smith, Matthew R. Fulfilled lifetime dream Smith, Michael Giving, courteous Smith, Michael J. 'All about helping Iraqis' Smith, Michael J. Jr. 'Solid citizen' Smith, Orenthial Loved the Army, but didn't like the war Smith, Paul Loved to be a leader Smith, Raleigh 'Mixed feelings about Iraq' Smith, Ross 'Good as it gets' Smykowsk, Mark T. 'Cut from different cloth' Sneed, Brandon 'A natural leader' Snnowberger, Stephen Wanted to give back to his country Snyder, Joshua Loved skiing, hunting, fishing Snyder, Matthews 'A ball of fire' Soelzer, Chris Quiet, sincere Solomon, Roderic Loved many cultures Solorio, Juan Died with his boots on Soltau, Adrian Competed with brother Soltes, Charles Born in Army hospital Soram, Skipper Twin mourns Sorensen, Ryan Built race cars Soriano, Armando Army was good fit Sotelo, Tomas Jr. Guiding light Souslin, Kenneth Somewhat naive Spahr, John Top Gun grad Spakosky, Philip Very dependable Spann, Jacob Painted as a child Sparks, Jason 'He didn't have a shy bone in his body' Spears, Jonathan 'Very motivated' Speer, Michael Was a quiet leader Spence, Joseph Married childhood sweetheart Spink, Trevor Face of the Marines Splinter, Christopher Proud of job Sprayberry, Marvin III Calmed worried parents Spry, Bryan 'Awesome paratrooper' Squires, Brad Raced cars Stack, Michael Led with sense of humor Stahl, Nathan Very physical Stalvey, John Outdoorsman and hunter Starr, Jeffrey Sought law enforcement career Starr, Michael 'Part of American history' Steffeney, Eric Tinkerer Stern, Andrew Wanted to buy Harley Stevens, Andy Got reverse Mohawk Stevens, Joseph Recently re-enlisted Stevens, Randy Steady sharpshooter Stever, Robert Tank mechanic in Iraq Stewart, David Called a wild child Stewart, Ian 'Impressed by Iraqi people' Stewart, James Loved to travel St. Germain, Brian Excellent hurdler Stoffel Gray, Torrey Planned military career Stokely, Michael Still the best man Stone, Gregory Fascinated with flying Stovall, Matthew Charismatic leader Stover, Michael D. Alway scraved adventure Strader, Morgan Marine to the core Strain, Adam Generous to Iraqi children Strange, William Happy in the military Straseskie, Kirk Fearless, youngest brother Straub, Francis Jr. Completely selfless Strickland, Thomas From Douglasville Strong, Jesse Called 'happiest man alive' Stubenhofer, Mark Never saw third child Sturdy, Brandon Always the comic Sturges, William Jr. Wife also in Iraq Sturino, Paul Motivated his brother Suarez del Solar, Jesus Wanted to fight terrorism Suell, Joseph Basketball player gave his all Sullivan, Christopher 'He was a peach' Sullivan, John Never held his twins Sullivan, Narson 'Liked by all his peers' Sullivan, Vincent Worked as accountant Sutherland, Stephen 'A stand-up guy' Sutphin, Ernest Relished practical jokes Sutter, Michael Team leader Sutton, Timothy J. 'The artist's eye -- he had that gift' Swaim, Daniel 'Could never sit still' Swain, Harry Enlisted day after 9/11 Swain, James 'Never one to hide' Swanberg, Shane Wanted real estate career Swaney, Robert A. Lived and breathed football Swank, Brett Deferred college to serve Swartworth, Sharon Planning to retire Sweeney, Robert Defended his generation Sweet, Thomas Compassionate Sweger, Franklin 'Always a handful' Swindell, Nathaniel Loved hip-hop Swisher, Christopher Born to enlist Swisher, Tyler Overcame learning disability Syverson, Paul III Earned Purple Heart Szwydek, Steven Military history fan |
Tackett, Joseph 'We will meet again' Taha, Ayman Spoke 4 languages Tainsh, Patrick Former surfer guy Talbert, DeForest L. Mentor, running back Tamburello, Jeremy Straight-A student Tapia, Samuel Born to be a Marine Tarango-Griess, Linda Former softball player Tarlavsky, Michael Born in Latvia Tavae, Ioasa Jr. Aura drew people Taylor, Bryan Went with bravado Taylor, Christopher Picture of fitness Taylor, Christopher J. High school honor graduate Taylor, Keith Always took tough jobs Taylor, Mark Had pharmacy, medical degrees Taylor, Michael Read mysteries Taylor, Shannon Dedicated churchgoer Taylor, William 'Just a goofball' Taylor, William G. From Macon Teal, John Military 'was his life' Teeters, Brandon Great laugh, smile Teewia, Prince Grew up in Liberia Tejeda, Riayan Always told mom he loved her Terando, Joshua 'Biggest thing was food' Terrazas, Miguel Played football, liked fishing Tessar, Jonathan Enlisted before he was 18 Tetrault, Jason Interested in computer programming Tharp, Sean 'A brilliant kid' Thigpen, Thomas Put his unit first Thiry, Jesse 'Wanted to serve country' Thomas, Carl Nicknamed 'Crit' Thomas, Kyle Jack of all trades Thomas, John F. Was considering a career in forestry Thomason, Paul III Wroter letters to school Thompson, Anthony Disciplined, caring Thompson, Christopher Honored for valor Thompson, Jarrett Played the guitar Thompson, Lance Gung-ho Marine Thompson, Nils Remained upbeat Thornton, John 'Dream was being a Marine' Thornton, Robert C. Jr. Definition of gung-ho Thornton, Steven Counseled soldiers Tiai, Frank 'Beloved in his community' Time, Tina 'She never quit' Timmerman, Jason Built Habitat homes Timoteo, Humberto Had a son Tinnell, Patrick BMX rider Tipton, John Cared for soldiers Titcomb, Joshua 'He had no fear' Titus, Brandon Stood up for underdogs Tobler, Brandon Youngest to die so far Toczylowski, Jeffrey Had degree in criminal justice Todacheene, Lee 'A quiet, strong man' Todd, John 'Doing his job' Tollefson, John O. Worked hard at everything Tomko, Nicholas 'Brave as hell' Toney, Timothy Coached children's teams Torrence, Joshua Civil War re-enactor Torres, Daniel Thrilled about impending fatherhood Torres, George Charmed his way through life Torres, Michael Honored by football team Torres, Richard Junior leader Torrez, Elias Easygoing, lovable guy Torres, Teodoro Jr. Hard-working, ambitious 'pillar' Tosto, Michael Tank driver developed pneumonia Toth, Eric Volleyball player Toy, Tromaine Sr. Wanted to come home Trahan, Seth Led squad in prayer Tran, Quoc Inexpert mechanic Travis, Philip From Snellville Trevithick, Richard Married to woman he loved Tribble, Brett L. Loved serving Trost, Marvin Was on third tour of duty Trotter, John Pulled out bodies from Pentagon on 9.11 Trovillion, Tyler Played rugby Troxel, Chester Loved by neighbor Troyer, Tyler Fierce competitor Tsue, Daniel Hawaiian math whiz Tuazon, Andrew Served in Afghanistan Tucker, Marc Adventure, fun Tucker, Robert Impish sense of humor Tucker, Thomas L. 'A determined kid'r Tuialuuluu, Salamo Had third child on the way Tull, Gregory Great work ethic Turner, Roger C. Jr. Studied theater Twitchell, Abraham 'I Cross My Heart' Twyman, Wade 'True patriot' Tyrrell, Scott Buckled down Tyson, Andre Commanded respect Uhl, Eugene III Serious but outgoing Uhles, Drew Power of prayer Ulbrich, Brian West Va. coal miner Unger, Daniel 'Good man of God' Upchurch, Clinton Died a hero Unruh, Robert 'Wanted to serve country' Urbina, Wilfredo Always ready Utt, Ernest Strong sense of duty Uvanni, Michael 'Led by example' Vaillant, Gary Unit preacher Vacco, Nathqn Always there for his friends Vahaviolos, Steven Loved science fiction Valdez, Ramona Just shy of 21 Valdez, Ruben Jr. Great son Valles, Melissa A soldier through and through Van Alstine, Adam Active boxer Van Dusen, Brian Died while trying to save Iraqi child Vandayburg, Allen Played golf, baseball Vanderbosch, Allen Had a 'sneaky smile' Vanderhorn, Christopher Animal lover Vandertulip, Josiah Active in church Vangyzen, John 'He's a hero' Vankomen, Darren Known for perfectionism Van Leuven, Gary 'Stud of his school' Vargas-Medina, Oscar 'He was my life' Varnado, Danny Passion for life Vasquez, Justin Master rappeller Vasquez, Mark Liked to kid around Vaughn, Brian 'He knew no fear' Vaughn, John S. Loved Jeeps Vega, Frances Born in Puerto Rico Vega, Michael 'A soldier at heart' Velazquez, Paul Was to see daughter for first time Velez, Jose M. 'A man with strong convictions' Velez, Jose Eyed medical school Venegas, Juan Boxer in the making Verdugo, Russell Planned honeymoon Veverka, David Undersized athlete with big heart Vicente, David Wore combat boots even as a kid Villanueva, Javier Sense of style Villanueva, Joselito 'He had a big heart' Viglienzone, Caesar Wanted to finish job Villar, Linda Support role Villareal Mata, Johnny Played high school football Villatoro Jr., Ramon A. Liked candy, pork rinds and dancing Vilorio, Franklin Always achieved his goals Vincent, Scott Committed to Marines Vitagliano, Thomas Children loved him Voelz, Kimberly Died in husband's arms after explosion VonRonn, Kenneth Strong-willed joker Voss, Michael 'He never met a stranger' Vroman, Brent An outstanding wrestler Vue, Thai Family from Laos Wafford, Michael 'Always wanted to be soldier' Wagener, Christopher Knack for bringing smiles Wagler, Peter Lived his life Wagner, Gregory Loved Notre Dame football Wahl, Gregory He reached his goals Waits, Andrew K. Could count on him Walden, Brett Became Green Beret Wallace, Andrew 'Never in a bad mood' Waller, Richard In constant motion Walker, Allan Outgoing and eclectic Walker, Antwan Single dad Walker, Jeffrey Fitness buff Walker, Ryan D. Never gave up Wallace, Jeffrey Was to be father Wallsmith, Thomas 'A great mentor' Walters, Donald Recalled dead from 1990 Gulf War Walters, Gary Jr. Made peace Ward, Andrew 'A gentle soul' Ward, Jason 'Great husband' Ware, Joshua Sure of himself Warner, Richard Embodied slogan 'No Fear' Warns, Robert II 'Such a rascal' Warren, Charles Never held daughter Warren, Mark Served with son Waruinge, Kevin Born in Kenya Washam, Rusty Mischievous Washalanta, Nachez Chose hard road Washington, Bennie From Atlanta Wasser, Christopher Only Marines for him Waters, David 'Always there to help people' Waters-Bey, Kendall Family took his loss hard Watkins, Glenn Romeo & Juliet mixup Watkins, Timothy Devoted to church Watkins, William Sang in choir Watson, Craig Team-oriented Watts, Christopher Wrote science fiction Watts, Justin Liked by all Weaver, Aaron Survived cancer Weaver, Christopher Was Eagle Scout Webb, Brandon J. 'Just a good kid' Webb, Charles 'Call me Chucky' Webber, Matthew Fought months for life Weger, Michael Had exotic pets Weeks, Jamie Intense, yet sensitive Wehrly, Kyle Leaves daddy's girl Weikel, Ian West Point grad Weisenburg, David Singular laugh Weismantle, Douglas Planned to start family Welke, Joseph Big competitor Well, Charles G. Jr. Rock-solid Marine Wells, Larry Well-mannered Wells, Lonny Kid at heart Wells, Stephen Family was priority Wendling, Michael 'A great sense of humor' Went, Brad Liked hockey, golf Wentz, Cody NFL hopeful Wershow, Jeffrey Self-taught military historian Wesley, Christopher Adored grandmother Wessel, Kevin Learned to fly West, Bobby Loved to play basketball West, Phillip 'Burned so brightly' Westbrook, Marshall Liked home improvement Westhusing, Theodore Trained Iraqi army Wetherbee, Alexander 'Go-to-it guy' Wheeler, Donald Jr. Dubbed 'Sunshine' Whetstone, Douglas From Alaska Whitaker, Marquis Had religious faith White, Aaron Fascinated by aircraft White, Christopher N. Loved sports, hunting and fishing White, Nathan 'Aviation was his passion' White, Raymond Fought to bitter end White, Stephen Relentless energy White, Steven Liked to hang out with classmates White, William Hoped to be firefighter Whitener, Joey Saw baby on Web cam Whitham, Chase High-spirited Whitley, Dion Calif. Eagle Scout Whyte, Nicholas J. Top student, star swimmer Wichlacz, Travis Had singular skill Widner, Vernon Quick with joke Wiegand, Lee Always willing to help Wiener, Jeffery Medic was gung-ho Wiesemann, Michael Quiet, artistic Wightman, William Her guardian angel Wilfong, Joshua Enjoyed mud-bogging Wilkerson, Charles Whirlind romance Willey, Cheyenne 'He was a rock' Williams, Arthur 'Loved the mountains' Williams, Benjamin D. Born to be a soldier Williams, Eugene Letters made him feel safe Williams, Luke 'A very social person' Williams, Jeffrey Hoped to become doctor Williams, Michael Sought good in everybody Williams, Michael Called 'Old Man River' Williams, Ronnie D. Recently married childhood sweetheart Williams, Taft Tried to ease his mother's fears Willoughby, Christopher Excelled in accounting Wilson, Brian A Cherokee Indian Wilson, Dana Dreamed of opening restaurant Wilson, Jerry Accepted hazards Wilson, Joe Tough on the football field Wilson, Lamont Felt loved ones' prayers Wilson, Nicholas Not part of clique Wilson, Nicholas Born three months premature Wilwerth, Thomas Self-taught guitarist Wimberg, David Helped blood drives Winchester, Christopher D. Senior class vice president Win'E, Trevor Avid hockey player Winkler, Jordan Good organizer Winslow, Ryan Seemed at peace Wiscowiche, William Full of fun, energy Wisdom, Clinton 'Blood ran green' Wise, Robert Inspired cadets Witkowski, James Known as a cut-up Witmer, Michelle One of three sister-soldiers Witt, Owen Painter, comedian Wobler, Zachary 'Southern boy' Wolf, James Thanked young students for letters Wolfe, Jeremy Son "an officer and a gentleman" Wong, Elijah Probation officer Wood, Brian History buff Wood, George History buff Wood, Raymond College dreams Wood Jr., Ronald T. 'Had big Fred Flintstone feet' Wood, William Killed while tending to injured Woodliff, Michael "Class act, many times over" Woods, Eric P. Parents nicknamed him Houdini Woods, Julian His mother's joy Wooten, Curtis 'Always made you laugh' Wagner, Gregory Loved Notre Dame football Worrell, Matthew Confident leader Wright, Brian Called 'preacher' Wright, James Excited about baby Wright, Jason 'Quality person' Wroblewski, John Became his dad's hero Wullenwaber, Luke Great quarterback Wyatt, Daniel Honor student Wyatt, Matthews 'Tried to be comedian' Wyatt, Stephen Left a widow Yahudah, Benyahmin B. 'An outstanding medic' Yancey, Dustin Great driving skills Yashinski, Michael Threw tomahawks Yates, Nyle 'Always had smile on his face' Yazzie, Clifton Liked critters Yearby, Hatak Yuka Keyu M. Inspired by past veterans and warriors Yoemans, Justin Great shot Yolkin, Viktar 'Proud to serve adopted country' Yost, Anthony Loved being in Army Youmans, Joshua 'Truly an American hero' Youmans, Rodricka 'I need to be a man' Young, Ryan Excited to be in Iraq Youngblood, Travis L. Joined Navy like his father Ybarra, Henry III Died defending freedom Zabierek, Andrew Spent time with Iraqi children Zamora, Jesse Sent e-mail the day he died Zangara, Nicholas Re-enlisted in Army Zanutto, Adam 'Compelled' to enlist Zapata, Mark Volunteer, firefighter Zapp, Thomas Fine ballplayer Zaun, Mickey Got along with everybody Zawaydeh, Angelo 'Never said no to anybody' Zieske, Benjamin Energetic, intelligent Zimmer, Nicholaus Did it his way Zeigler, Kenneth II Fantastic artist Zilinski, Dennis West Point grad Zimmerman, Travis Dry sense of humor Zimny, Christopher 'Was a great baker' Ziolkowski, Nicholas Surfing his passion Zook, Ian Attended Bible college Zoucha, Brent B. A local hero Zubowski, Scott Attentive to mom Zurheide, Robert 'Structured in everything' Zyla, Michael Previously wounded |
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