1.
Memorial Day
• Originated as Decoration Day to commemorate Union &
Confederate Soldiers who died during the American Civil War
• Designated to remember men and women who died while serving
We wish everyone an enjoyable and safe long weekend, and encourage
taking a little time to reflect on the holiday’s meaning and those men
and women that have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Sincerely,
The General Mills Veterans Network

2.
Staff Sgt. James A. Justice
Alpha Troop, 1-113th Cavalry Regiment – Camp Dodge, IA
KIA - April 23, 2011 - in Afghanistan's Kapisa Province

3.
Sgt. Daniel L. Sesker
Bravo Troop, 1-113th Cavalry Regiment – Camp Dodge, IA
KIA - April 6, 2006 near Baghdad, Iraq

4.
Patrick J. Murphy
LCDR, USNR
A victim of the 9/11 attack on the Pentagon, Pat give his
life doing what he loved – serving his country!

5.
SPC Terry Gordon
E Troop, 1st Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment
LOST BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN
Zabul, Afghanistan – December 17, 2013

6.
Joshua Born
SGT
SGT Joshua Born was KIA 23 Feb 2012 in Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan. SGT
Born was a phenomenal Soldier and I had the special honor of serving with him as
his Platoon Leader in Korea during 2008. He will forever be greatly missed and never
forgotten.
- Lee Beaudette (Jingle 3rd Shift MC, Murfreesboro, TN)

7.
Victor John Anderson
Torpedoman’s Mate, Second Class
Eternal Patrol on the USS Flier
Lost Aug 13th 1944

8.
Kyle Coutu
Private First Class, USMC
KIA February 18, 2010, in Marjah, Afghanistan.
Loving son, Outstanding Marine.
Pawtuckett, Rhode Island

9.
Patrick Xavier Jr.
Lance Corporal, USMC
KIA May 18, 2010, in Marjah, Afghanistan.
Loving son and brother. Outstanding Marine.
Pembroke Pines, Florida

10.
George Michael Broz
2nd Lieutenant, United States Marine Corps
In honor of my Uncle George, who died in combat on
December 27, 1967 in Thua Thien Province. All my love…
-Stephanie Lilak

11.
Keith Yoakum
Chief Warrant Officer 4
Keith Yoakum and Jason Defrenn, AH-64D Apache Longbow helicopter aircrew, were shot down and
killed on 2 FEB 2007 northwest of Baghdad, Iraq. Although their aircraft was severely crippled from
battle damage, they chose to stay in the fight and protect their wingman while engaging the enemy.
Ultimately, they gave their lives protecting their friends. Although lost, they’ll never be forgotten.

12.
Memorial Day
• Originated as Decoration Day to commemorate Union &
Confederate Soldiers who died during the American Civil War
• Designated to remember men and women who died while serving
We wish everyone an enjoyable and safe long weekend, and encourage
taking a little time to reflect on the holiday’s meaning and those men
and women that have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Sincerely,
The General Mills Veterans Network

13.
Jason Defrenn
Chief Warrant Officer 2
Keith Yoakum and Jason Defrenn, AH-64D Apache Longbow helicopter aircrew, were shot down and
killed on 2 FEB 2007 northwest of Baghdad, Iraq. Although their aircraft was severely crippled from
battle damage, they chose to stay in the fight and protect their wingman while engaging the enemy.
Ultimately, they gave their lives protecting their friends. Although lost, they’ll never be forgotten.

14.
SPC Carlos E. Wilcox IV
1st Platoon, 34th Military Police Company
Paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom on July 16th, 2009 in
Basra, Iraq. Never forgotten…
- Courtney Weaver

15.
CPL Joseph Thibodeaux III
HHC, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 25th ID
KIA – September 1st, 2004 - in Hawijah, Iraq

16.
Bradley N. Shilling
SPC, Army, E Co, 1 -25 Infantry Battalion, Big Rapids, MI
KIA Baghdad, Iraq November 18th, 2006
On November 18, 2008 Specialist Bradley N Shilling offered the ultimate sacrifice. Assigned to the
1st Battalion, 125th Infantry Regiment (Mechanized), Michigan National Guard, Big Rapids, Mich.;
Brad died of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle
during combat operations in Baghdad.

17.
Matthew A. Webber
SGT, Army
Died April 27th, 2006 serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom
23, of Kalamazoo, Mich.; assigned to the 1st Battalion, 125th Infantry Regiment (Mechanized), Michigan Army National
Guard, Saginaw, Mich.; died on April 27 in the Brooke Army Medical Center, San Antonio, of injuries sustained Nov. 21,
2005 when an improvised explosive device detonated near his Humvee during combat operations.
"And when he gets to Heaven,
To Saint Peter he will tell.
One more Soldier reporting sir,
I've served my time in hell."
-Unknown"

18.
Gerald C. Hague
Paratrooper – U.S. Army - 173rd Airborne
Killed In Action, May 21st, 1967 – Recipient of Bronze Star Valor
Device & Navy & Marine Corps Unit Citation
Vietnam Veterans Memorial – Panel 20E, Row 59

19.
Brian M Bunting
Captain, West Point ‘02
Bubba, we will always remember your contagious smile, accepting demeanor and light hearted-
ness in tough situations. Plus, your excellent partying skills! It was non-stop laughing with you,
my friend. Korea wouldn’t have been the same experience without you. Bubba you are a great
friend and a Leader. Words cannot describe how much you are missed.
KIA Kandahar, Afghanistan Feb 29th, 2009.
Be thou at peace

20.
Torre R Mallard
Captain, West Point ‘02
Torre, we will feel your absence deep in our hearts. You were always so cheerful. We will
always remember your smile and calm, gentle demeanor. We will take comfort in the many
memories we have of you. We will miss you so much.
KIA Balad Ruz, Iraq Mar 10th, 2008
Be thou at peace

21.
Drew Jenson
Captain, West Point ‘02
Drew, you are a shining example of heroism and selflessness. Not only in combat, but in your
strength with helping your classmates though West Point both in the field and in the classroom.
You know I could not have made it through fluid and static dynamics without your patient tutoring
 Your loss has left a hole in our hearts. We miss you.
Be thou at peace.

22.
Andrew R. Pearson
Captain, West Point ‘01
Andrew, I will always remember how you would make us plebes get up at 4:30am to go for a run before class and memorize
your drink preferences by the day.. And the list goes on. You were a tough cookie! You taught us discipline, and standards,
you kept the tradition of West Point alive, and you were loved and appreciated for it. Plus, we got you back pretty good on your
birthday  You are deeply, deeply missed, Root Hawg.
KIA Baghdad, Iraq. April 30th, 2008
Be thou at peace

23.
Joseph F. Lusk
Captain, West Point ‘01
Joe, I will never forget your spirit, motivation and thoughtful leadership.
You brought fun and humor to our lives. We miss you, Root Hawg.
Be thou at peace.

24.
Memorial Day
• Originated as Decoration Day to commemorate Union &
Confederate Soldiers who died during the American Civil War
• Designated to remember men and women who died while serving
We wish everyone an enjoyable and safe long weekend, and encourage
taking a little time to reflect on the holiday’s meaning and those men
and women that have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Sincerely,
The General Mills Veterans Network

25.
Joseph Emigh
2LT, West Point ‘02
Joey, you brought light into everyone's day. You were one of the kindest and most trustworthy gentleman I had the honor to be
friends with. Additionally, you could really have a good time - you knew how to have fun, enjoy life, and make everyone around
you laugh, which is something we all need to remember to do more of. News of your loss hit our class deeply. Its not the same
without you, you are deeply missed.
Fort Sill OK, Sept 2nd, 2002
Be thou at peace

26.
Zachary Miller
2LT, West Point ‘02
Truman and Rhodes Scholar, Rugby team captain, ranked 11th of 957 in our class, scholarship to Oxford, kind, generous,
thoughtful, gentle, you were a man of unlimited potential. We all looked forward to following the world changes you would
make. We all have to be a little better to fill the void your loss has left in the world.. You are always loved and missed. Ranger
school has since changed its practices.
Ranger School Accident, Fort Benning, GA ,July 2nd, 2002
Be thou at peace

27.
James M. Gurbitz
Captain, West Point ‘02
You are deeply missed.
KIA Baghdad, Iraq. Nov 4th, 2005
Be thou at peace

28.
Derek S. Hines
1LT, West Point ‘03
KIA Baylough, Afghanistan. Sept 1st 2005
Be thou at peace

29.
Timothy J Moshier
Captain, West Point ‘02
You are deeply missed.
KIA Baghdad, Iraq. April 1st, 2006
Be thou at peace

30.
Laura M. Walker
1LT, West Point ‘03
Laura, you are deeply missed.
KIA Delak, Afghanistan. Aug 18th, 2005
Be thou at peace

31.
Dustin G. Shannon
1LT, West Point ‘00
Dustin, you were a fantastic PSG, and helped us navigate our first year at WP with the perfect level of discipline,
thoughtful compassion and humor. Our class was heartbroken when we heard of the accident. You are deeply
missed, Root Hawg.
S. Korea. Aug 23th, 2002
Be thou at peace

32.
James Boelk
LCpl. USMC KIA Oct. 15, 2010
James is the second of seven children. James grew up in a military family. With a father as a retired Air
Force Master Sergeant and a brother-law a Marine Captain James decided to enlist in the Marines.
“As one of my Marines I will always remember his work ethic,” Staff Sgt. Matthew B. Cartier said. “No
matter how hard the task, he would put on this half-grin and charge full speed ahead to accomplish it.”

33.
Phillip Vinnedge
LCpl. USMC KIA Oct. 13, 2010
Phillip was a loving son and brother. Phillip was known for taking on new challenges with confidence.
Since he was 10 years old, Phillip knew what he wanted and didn’t waiver from that decision. Phillip
wanted to protect and serve our country. If you asked Phillip to tell you something about himself, or to
brag about himself, his words would be “I’m now a Marine.” Please remember, “When you look upon
Heaven’s scene, you will see the streets are guarded by United States Marines,” and one of those
Marines will be our son.

34.
Joseph Lopez
LCpl. USMC KIA Oct. 14, 2010
This is the last text sent to Joey’s dad: Hey dad, I'm flying out of leatherneck tonight to my area of
operation so this is the last time I'll be texting you. I have been reading the Bible everyday and talking
to God everyday and its been helping me a lot so far. If for some reason something happens to me and
I don't come home, make sure Mom understands I have a relationship with God now and I'm ok. I love
you Dad....

35.
Brandon Pearson
LCpl. USMC KIA Nov. 9, 2010
With every day that passes, we celebrate Brandon’s life and focus on
those things that are truly important: Life, love, and the freedoms we all
enjoy. Our pride and love for Brandon is endless; he will live in our
hearts forever.

36.
Memorial Day
• Originated as Decoration Day to commemorate Union &
Confederate Soldiers who died during the American Civil War
• Designated to remember men and women who died while serving
We wish everyone an enjoyable and safe long weekend, and encourage
taking a little time to reflect on the holiday’s meaning and those men
and women that have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Sincerely,
The General Mills Veterans Network

37.
Carlos Wilcox IV
Spc. US Army KIA July 16, 2009
Carlos’ friends in the 1st Platoon, 34th Military Police Company described him as a good friend and a
good Soldier. As much as his friends in the unit found it fun to joke around with him, they were always
somewhat amazed by how professional and astute Wilcox was. “Wilcox always took care of us,” said
one 1st Platoon Soldier. “If anyone was hurting or had a medical issue, he took care of it.” Carlos’s
mother said "Carlos is sorely missed by his family and friends who love him dearly. Thank you for
remembering all our fallen soldiers."

38.
Irvin Martin Ceniceros
LCpl. USMC KIA Oct. 14, 2010
Irvin was deeply loved. He was a beloved son, devoted brother and loyal friend to
many. He was known for his humor and ability to find good in others. Senator Mark
Pryor stated, “ We will never forget his courage and valor, and may we always honor
the life he gave for our country”

39.
Jason Peto
Sgt. USMC KIA Dec. 7, 2010
Easy going, fun-loving, kind, polite, considerate, always ready to lend
a helping hand, a true friend, lead-footed, life of the party, so full of life, that
was Jason.” We know Jason is looking down with that smile and giggling at
this honor. Jason was, he is, and forever will be the love of our life.” .

40.
Jason Amores
Sgt. USMC KIA Jan. 20, 2011
Jason was a husband and father of two children. Lt. Col. Jason Morris, battalion commander said, “
Sgt. Amores was that true Marine hero who always ran to the sound of gunfire.” Jason sought to
always protect his specific Boys of 3/5 and this is what he did each and every day deployed in
Afghanistan where such heroic and selfless actions compelled the U.S. government to posthumously
award him the Bronze Star with Valor.

41.
Jose Maldonado
LCpl. USMC KIA Dec. 17, 2010
He would never settle for ordinary in his life, so it should be no surprise that his death
was extraordinary, because he died doing what he loved, which was just protecting
his country. More than anything, he wanted to fight for his country.

42.
Derek Wyatt
Cpl. USMC KIA Dec. 6, 2010
On the day after the life of Derek Wyatt ended, the first breath
of his son began. Derek Wyatt’s son was born the day after his
death. It is hoped that Derek was there is spirit to watch the
birth of his son.

43.
Justin Cain
Cpl. USMC Oct. 14, 2010
You are a hero and always will be. I can’t believe you are gone but NEVER
FORGOTTEN! We will need you to hold us up through this all. It isn’t going to be
easy! Words can’t explain how much it hurts but I know you are in a better place.

44.
Colton Rusk
LCpl. USMC KIA Dec. 6, 2010
“Don’t be afraid to go after your hopes and dreams, but don’t be afraid to be willing to pay the price,”
Rusk wrote under his senior photo. There is no way of ever knowing how many lives Colton & Eli
saved in the short amount of time they had together. Colton had the biggest smile and a heart to go
with it. He loved life, but he loved his country more. He is dearly missed by his family, brothers in arms
and his military dog Eli. Always Smile for me, my Texas Angel.

45.
Victor Dew
LCpl. USMC KIA Oct. 13. 2010
An amazing son, brother, fiancé and teacher. Victor’s sense of
humor, smile, strength and incredible hugs are forever etched in
our hearts.

46.
Joseph Rodewald
LCpl. USMC KIA Oct. 13 2010
Joe was a son, a brother, a fiancé and a Marine. Joe played football, wrestled and was a team leader.
“He was really that ultimate teammate that encouraged other people to do their best, so that leader by
example is how I’ll remember him,” said Joe’s former football coach. Joe lived life to the fullest. Joe’s
brother says, “When you’re with someone and they’re leaving, don’t hold back, don’t just tell them you
love them, hug them, because you never know,”

47.
Memorial Day
• Originated as Decoration Day to commemorate Union &
Confederate Soldiers who died during the American Civil War
• Designated to remember men and women who died while serving
We wish everyone an enjoyable and safe long weekend, and encourage
taking a little time to reflect on the holiday’s meaning and those men
and women that have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Sincerely,
The General Mills Veterans Network

48.
Ian Tawney
Sgt. USMC KIA Oct. 16, 2010
“It’s hard when you’ve lost somebody and you try to define who they were,” his father said. Ian was
soon to be a father, his daughter was born three months after his death. Ian was full of life, he loved to
laugh. He was a leader who received many awards. “He just knew what he wanted in his life, and he
went for it,” his mother said. “He was a man of great integrity.”

49.
James Stack
LCpl. USMC KIA Nov. 10, 2010
James was a husband, new father, son, and brother. Prior to the military James was
a nationally-ranked air pistol shooter in the 2008 Jr. Olympics.
“We told each other that we loved each other. No matter what happens wf are never
going to be apart. He’s always going to be with me,” stated James wide.

50.
Alec Catherwood
LCpl. USMC KIA Oct 14, 2010
Alec at 19, had lived a happier life than most who live to 80! He was always smiling with eyes that
sparkled and was impossible to get angry with. He fought to make bullied kids feel special and stuck up
for them when nobody else would. The hole in my heart left by his passing, will never close up or be
filled by anything (or anyone) else. The pain is unimaginable and indescribable! I can feel happiness,
but no longer joy. I can experience quiet, but never again peace

51.
Rick Morice, Michael Jago & Joseph ‘Chris’ Foltz
United States Air Force
We thank you for your unselfish service to our country.

52.
Tom Felts
LTC, Military Intelligence
November 14, 2006 Baghdad, Iraq
Soldier, Father, Husband, Friend
Tom volunteered for Service in Iraq to take the place of someone who had already been deployed once.

53.
Felipe Hernandez
1st Battalion, 5th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry
Division
Fallen in action, Vietnam on August 25, 1969.
Gone too soon.

54.
Jaime Jaenke
HM3, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion
25
Fallen in action, Al Anbar Province, Iraq on June 5,
2006. Survived by her daughter.

55.
Gary Rovinski
EO1, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion
25
Fallen in action, Al Anbar Province, Iraq on June 5,
2006. Survived by his wife and two daughters.

56.
Jerry Tharp
BU1, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion
25
Fallen in action, Al Anbar Province, Iraq on July 12,
2006. Survived by his wife.

57.
Alejandro Robles
Specialist, U.S. Army
Alejandro Robles was born on September 30, 1973 in Los Angeles.
On September 27, 1994, Specialist Robles died in a non-hostile incident while
serving with the 1st Battalion 22nd Infantry Regiment in Operation Uphold Democracy
in Haiti at the age of 21.

58.
Gerardo Daniel Luciano
Private, U.S. Army
Gerardo Luciano was born on June 09, 1972 in New York City.
October 16, 1994, Private Luciano died in a non-hostile incident while serving with
the 1st Battalion 22nd Infantry Regiment in Operation Uphold Democracy in Haiti at the
age of 22.