Fallen Heroes

Thursday June 01st 2006, 4:34 pm Edit This
Filed under: Fallen Heroes, Casualties, Iraqi/Enduring Freedom

Condolences to the Family, Friends, and Comrades of the following Americans who lost their lives while in the pursuit of gaining freedom for others.
 
Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard Service Crests

May God hold them in his hands and may their families carry them forever in their hearts.

“Death comes to all. But great achievements build a monument which shall endure until the sun grows cold.” — George Fabricius

1 - 495-06 - June 2006 Iraqi Freedom

US Army Capt. James A. Funkhouser, 35, of Katy, Texas, died in Baghdad, Iraq, on May 29, of injuries sustained when a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device detonated near his HMMWV during reconnaissance patrol operations. Funkhouser was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Hood, Texas.

Note: Anna has a letter from CPT Funkhouser’s wife here.

1 - 496-06 - June 2006 Iraqi Freedom

US Army Spc. Bobby R. West, 23, of Beebe, Ark., died in Baghdad, Iraq, on May 30, of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated during dismounted patrol operations. West was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Hood, Texas.

1 - 498-06 - June 2006 Iraqi Freedom

US Marine Cpl. Alexander J. Kolasa, 22, of White Lake, Mich., died in Baghdad, Iraq, on May 31, of non-combat related causes. Kolasa was assigned to the 704th Main Support Battalion, 4th Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Hood, Texas.

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