Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Torrance Soldier
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of 1st Lt. Matthew C. Ferrara, of Torrance , CA :
"First Lieutenant Matthew Ferrara made the ultimate sacrifice while protecting our nation abroad. Matthew's tremendous courage and bravery will always be remembered. Maria and I pray for the comfort of his family, friends and fellow soldiers during this painful time."
Ferrara , 24, died Nov. 9 of wounds sustained when his patrol was attacked by direct fire from enemy forces in Aranus , Afghanistan . Ferrara was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 503rd Airborne Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team, United States Army, Vicenza , Italy .
In honor of 1st Lt. Ferrara, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Bridgeport Marine
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Sgt. Phillip A. Bocks, of Troy , MI :
"Sergeant Phillip Bocks honorably served our nation with bravery and selflessness while preserving freedom and democracy for his fellow citizens. Maria and I send our deepest condolences and continued prayers to Phillip's family, friends and fellow Marines for their loss. We are forever grateful for his dedication as a member of our nation's armed forces."
Bocks, 28, died Nov. 9 while conducting combat operations in Aranus , Afghanistan . Bocks was assigned to the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, United States Marine Corps, Bridgeport , CA .
In honor of Sgt. Bocks, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Los Angeles Soldier
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Staff Sgt. Joseph F. Curreri, of Los Angeles , CA :
"With deep sadness, Maria and I join all Californians in mourning the loss of Staff Sergeant Joseph Curreri. Joseph displayed tremendous courage and commitment undertaking the duty of serving in our nation's military. We send our sincere condolences and prayers to his family, friends and fellow soldiers as they grieve the loss of their loved one."
Curreri, 27, died Oct. 27 as a result of injuries sustained in a non-combat related incident in Siet, Lake Jolo Island , Philippines . Curreri was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne), United States Army, Fort Lewis , WA .
In honor of Staff Sgt. Curreri, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Lone Pine Soldier
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Spc. Wayne M. Geiger, of Lone Pine, CA:
"Specialist Wayne Geiger made the ultimate sacrifice while bravely defending our country overseas. Maria and I wish to convey our deepest condolences and continued prayers to Wayne's family, friends and fellow soldiers for their loss. We are forever grateful for his dedication as a member of our nation's armed forces."
Geiger, 23, died Oct. 18 as a result of wounds sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle in Baghdad , Iraq . Geiger was assigned to 3rd Squadron, 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment, United States Army, Vilseck , Germany .
In honor of Spc. Geiger, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Santee Marine
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Cpl. Erik T. Garoutte, of Santee , CA :
"Words cannot adequately express how grateful we are to Corporal Erik Garoutte for his unwavering commitment as a member of the United States Marine Corps. Maria and I send our deepest sympathies and continued prayers to his family and friends as they mourn the tremendous loss of their loved one. Erik's death is a great loss for California and our nation."
Garoutte, 22, died Oct. 19 in Baghdad , Iraq . Garoutte was assigned to 1st Fleet Anti-terrorism Security Team Company, Marine Corps Security Force Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force, United States Marine Corps, Norfolk , VA.
In honor of Cpl. Garoutte, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Port Hueneme Soldier
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Spc. Vincent A. Madero, of Port Hueneme, CA:
"Maria and I join the community of Port Hueneme in mourning the tragic loss of Specialist Vincent Madero. Serving as a member of our nation's armed forces requires courage and bravery, qualities which Vincent embodied. Our prayers are with his family and friends during this painful time; he will be dearly missed by all who knew him."
Madero, 22, died Oct. 17 as a result of wounds suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated near his HMMWV in Balad, Iraq. Madero was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, United States Army, Fort Hood, TX.
In honor of Spc. Madero, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Sacramento Soldier
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the
death of Spc. Frank L. Cady III, of Sacramento, CA:
"Our state has lost a dedicated soldier with the death of Specialist Frank Cady. Maria and I want Frank's family to know that we are eternally grateful to him for protecting the safety of our citizens as a member of the United States Army. We join all Californians in extending our prayers and condolences to his loved ones."
Cady, 20, died Oct. 10 as a result of injuries sustained during a vehicle roll-over in Baghdad, Iraq. Cady was assigned to the 4th Special Troops Battalion, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, United States Army, Fort Riley, KS. The circumstances surrounding the incident are under investigation.
In honor of Spc. Cady, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
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