Three Dead Servicemen

Governor Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Two Twentynine Palms Marines

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the deaths of Cpl. Adam A. Galvez of Salt Lake City, UT and Lance Cpl. Randy L. Newman of Bend, OR:

"Each day the men and women of our nation's armed forces courageously risk their lives protecting our freedoms. Cpl. Galvez and Lance Cpl. Newman stood proudly beside their fellow Marines to serve our country. Maria and I send our condolences to Adam and Randy's families and will keep them in our prayers."

Galvez, 21 and Newman 21, died Aug. 20 of injuries sustained while conducting combat operations in Al Anbar Province, Iraq. They were assigned to 3rd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Twentynine Palms, CA.

In honor of Cpl. Galvez and Lance Cpl. Newman, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.


Governor Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Twentynine Palms Sailor

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Hospitalman Chadwick T. Kenyon of Tucson, AZ.

"Hospitalman Kenyon's death is a painful reminder of the dangers that come with serving and protecting this country. During this difficult time, Maria and I extend our heartfelt sympathies to Chadwick's loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends."

Kenyon, 20, died Aug. 20 as a result of injuries sustained when his vehicle was struck by an improvised explosive device in Al Anbar Province, Iraq. He was assigned to 3rd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Twentynine Palms, CA.

In honor of Hospitalman Kenyon, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.