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Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Temecula Soldier

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Spc. Mary J. Jaenichen, of Temecula , CA :

“Maria and I were deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Specialist Mary Jaenichen. She devoted her life to serving our country with courage, pride and honor. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mary’s family and friends as they mourn the passing of this brave and dedicated patriot.”

Jaenichen, 20, died May 9 of a non-combat related injury in Iskandariyah , Iraq .

Jaenichen was assigned to the Brigade Troops Battalion, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, United States Army, Fort Stewart , GA.

In honor of Spc. Jaenichen, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.

Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Four Camp Pendleton Marines

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the deaths of Lance Cpl. Casey L. Casanova of McComb , MS ; Cpl. Miguel A. Guzman of Norwalk , CA ; Lance Cpl. James F. Kimple of Carroll, OH; and Sgt. Glen E. Martinez of Boulder, CO:

“The sacrifices made by these four extraordinary patriots will be remembered forever by the people of California . They served our country with honor, loyalty and an unwavering commitment to the cause of liberty for all. Maria and I extend our deepest condolences to the families and friends of these brave American heroes during this time of mourning.”

Casanova, 22, Guzman, 21, Kimple, 21, and Martinez , 31, died May 2 supporting combat operations in Al Anbar province, Iraq . They were assigned to the Combat Logistics Battalion 1, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, United States Marine Corps, Camp Pendleton , CA .

In honor of Lance Cpl. Casanova, Cpl. Guzman, Lance Cpl. Kimple and Sgt. Martinez, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.

Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Fort Irwin Soldier

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Sgt. Guadalupe Cervantes Ramirez, of Fort Irwin , CA :

“Sergeant Guadalupe Cervantes Ramirez sacrificed his life to protect the values and freedoms which define our nation and its people. His devotion, loyalty and unfailing courage in the face of danger serve as an inspiration to all Americans. Maria and I extend our deepest condolences to Guadalupe’s family and friends as they mourn the loss of this brave Californian.”

Ramirez, 26, died April 23 at Camp Arifjan , Kuwait , of injuries suffered in a vehicle incident. Ramirez was assigned to the 2nd Transportation Company (Heavy Equipment Transport), Echelons Above Brigade Support Battalion, National Training Center Support Brigade, United States Army, Fort Irwin , CA .

In honor of Sgt. Ramirez, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.

Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statement on Death of Camp Pendleton Marine

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Maj. William G. Hall of Seattle, WA:

“We are forever grateful for Major William Hall’s service to this country. He answered the call to defend freedom with pride and honor — traits which define our men and women in uniform. Maria and I join all Californians in paying tribute to William’s sacrifice and offering our sincere condolences to his family and fellow Marines as they mourn his loss.”

Hall, 38, died March 30 from wounds he suffered while conducting combat operations in Al Anbar province, Iraq , on March 29. Hall was assigned to the 3rd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion, Marine Air Control Group 38, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, I Marine Expeditionary Force, United States Marine Corps, Camp Pendleton , CA .

In honor of Maj. Hall, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.