Monday, August 29, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Green

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Douglas J. Green, 23, of Sterling, VA.

He died on August 28 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of injuries suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device and small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Sunday, August 28, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Roberts

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Michael C. Roberts, 23, of Watauga, TX.

He died on August 27 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of injuries suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Mullins

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Brandon S. Mullins, 21, of Owensboro, KY.

He died on August 25 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Saturday, August 27, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Dietrich

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Jesse W. Dietrich, 20, of Venus, TX.

He died on August 25 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Friday, August 26, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Tobin

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Andrew R. Tobin, 24, of Jacksonville, IL.

He died on August 24 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his unit using small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Steele

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army 1st Lt. Timothy J. Steele, 25, of Duxbury, MA.

He died on August 23 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Sunday, August 21, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Cordo

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Douglas L. Cordo, 20, of Kingston, NY.

He died on August 19 in Zabul, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained when enemy forces attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Friday, August 19, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Nelson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Lance Cpl. Travis M. Nelson, 19, of Pace, FL.

He died on August 18 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Thursday, August 18, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Seals

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Joshua M. Seals, 21, of Porter, OK.

He died on August 16 in Paktia province, Afghanistan, from a non-combat related incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Jensen

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Dennis G. Jensen, 21, of Vermillion, SD.

He died on August 16 in Helmand province, Afghanistan, from a non-combat related incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Leehan

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army 1st Lt. Damon T. Leehan, 30, of Edmond, OK.

He died on August 14 in Laghman province, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - VanDreumel

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Joseph A. VanDreumel, 32, of Grand Rapids, MI.

He died on August 14 in Paktika province, Afghanistan, while conducting vehicle recovery operations and encountered a secondary explosion while dismounted.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Harmon

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Matthew A. Harmon, 29, of Bagley, MN.

He died on August 14 in Paktika province, Afghanistan, while conducting vehicle recovery operations and encountered a secondary explosion while dismounted.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Price

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Master Sgt. Charles L. Price III, 40, of Milam, TX.

He died on August 12 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Cunningham

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army 2nd Lt. Joe L. Cunningham, 27, of Kingston, OK.

He died on August 13 in Laghman province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained in a non-combat related incident.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Sunday, August 14, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Lopez

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Rueben J. Lopez, 27, of Williams, CA.

He died on August 11 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Morris

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Jordan M. Morris, 23, of Stillwater, OK.

He died on August 11 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Lay

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Patrick L. Lay II, 21, of Fletcher, NC.

He died on August 11 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Freeman

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Jameel T. Freeman, 26, of Baltimore, MD.

He died on August 11 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Frank

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Edward J. Frank II, 26, of Yonkers, NY.

He died on August 11 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Gallinger-Long

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Hospitalman Riley Gallinger-Long, 19, of Cornelius, OR.

He died on August 11 while conducting a dismounted patrol in the Marjah district, Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Friday, August 12, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Ott

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Cpl. Nicholas S. Ott, 23, of Manchester, NJ.

He died on August 10 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Thursday, August 11, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Zerbe

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Air Force Tech. Sgt. Daniel L. Zerbe, 28, of York, PA.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Harvell

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew W. Harvell, 26, of Long Beach, CA.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Brown

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Air Force Tech. Sgt. John W. Brown, 33, of Tallahassee, FL.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Duncan

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Spencer C. Duncan, 21, of Olathe, KS.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Bennett

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Alexander J. Bennett, 24, of Tacoma, WA.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Hamburger

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Patrick D. Hamburger, 30, of Lincoln, NE.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Nichols

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Chief Warrant Officer Bryan J. Nichols, 31, of Hays, KS.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Carter

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Chief Warrant Officer David R. Carter, 47, of Centennial, CO.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Spehar

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Petty Officer 2nd Class (SEAL) Nicholas P. Spehar, 24, of Saint Paul, MN.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Pittman

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Petty Officer 1st Class (SEAL) Jesse D. Pittman, 27, of Ukiah, CA.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Workman

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Petty Officer 1st Class (SEAL) Jason R. Workman, 32, of Blanding, UT.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Vaughn

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Petty Officer 1st Class (SEAL) Aaron C. Vaughn, 30, of Stuart, FL.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Tumilson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Petty Officer 1st Class (SEAL/Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist) Jon T. Tumilson, 35, of Rockford, IA.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Strange

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Cryptologist Technician (Collection) Petty Officer 1st Class (Expeditionary Warfare Specialist) Michael J. Strange, 25, of Philadelphia, PA.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Douangdara

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Master-at-Arms Petty Officer 1st Class (Expeditionary Warfare Specialist) John Douangdara, 26, of South Sioux City, NE.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Day

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Information Systems Technician Petty Officer 1st Class (Expeditionary Warfare Specialist/Freefall Parachutist) Jared W. Day, 28, of Taylorsville, UT.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Campbell

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Petty Officer 1st Class (SEAL/Parachutist) Christopher G. Campbell, 36, of Jacksonville, NC.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Benson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Petty Officer 1st Class (SEAL) Darrik C. Benson, 28, of Angwin, CA.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Robinson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Heath M. Robinson, 34, of Detroit, MI.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Reeves

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Robert J. Reeves, 32, of Shreveport, LA.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Null

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician Chief Petty Officer (Expeditionary Warfare Specialist/Freefall Parachutist/Diver) Nicholas H. Null, 30, of Washington, WV.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Mills

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Stephen M. Mills, 35, of Fort Worth, TX.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Mason

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Matthew D. Mason, 37, of Kansas City, MO.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Houston

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Kevin A. Houston, 35, of West Hyannisport, MA.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Faas

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) John W. Faas, 31, of Minneapolis, MN.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Bill

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Brian R. Bill, 31, of Stamford, CT.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Vickers

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician Senior Chief Petty Officer (Expeditionary Warfare Specialist/Freefall Parachutist) Kraig M. Vickers, 36, of Kokomo, HI.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Ratzlaff

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Senior Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Thomas A. Ratzlaff, 34, of Green Forest, AR.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Langlais

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Special Warfare Operator Master Chief Petty Officer (SEAL) Louis J. Langlais, 44, of Santa Barbara, CA.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Kelsall

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Navy Lt. Cmdr. (SEAL) Jonas B. Kelsall, 32, of Shreveport, LA.

He died on August 6 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Plutino


The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Alessandro L. Plutino, 28, of Pitman, NJ.

He died on August 8 in Paktia province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Robinson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Joshua J. Robinson, 29, of Omaha, NE.

He died on August 7 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Gonzales

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Adan Gonzales Jr., 28, of Bakersfield, CA.

He died on August 7 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Monday, August 8, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Patron

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Daniel J. Patron, 26, of Canton, OH.

He died on August 6 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Sunday, August 7, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Downer

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Mark J. Downer, 23, of Warner Robins, GA.

He died on August 5 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained when enemy forces attacked his unit with a rocket propelled grenade.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Lee

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Jinsu Lee, 34, of Chatsworth, CA.

He died on August 5 in Kunar province, Afghanistan. The cause of death has not been disclosed as of this writing.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Gurr

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Sgt. Daniel D. Gurr, 21, of Vernal, UT.

He died on August 5 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Peterson

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. Anthony Del Mar Peterson, 24, of Chelsea, OK.

He died on August 4 in Paktia province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Ramsey

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Capt. Waid C. Ramsey, 41, of Red Bay, AL.

He died on August 4 in Paktika province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his unit was attacked with small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Morales Del Valle

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Gil I. Morales Del Valle, 21, of Jacksonville, FL.

He died on August 3 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of injuries suffered when enemy forces attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Baker

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Cody G. Baker, 19, of Holton, KS.

He died on August 3 in Wardak province, Afghanistan, of injuries suffered when enemy forces attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Rai

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Barun Rai, 24, of Silver Spring, MD.

He died on August 3 in Logar province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained during a vehicle rollover.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Thursday, August 4, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Owen

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Staff Sgt. Kirk A. Owen, 37, of Sapulpa, OK.

He died on August 2 in Paktia province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Lucas

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Marine Staff Sgt. Leon H. Lucas Jr., 32, of Wilson, NC.

He died on August 1 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Scott

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Pfc. Brice M. Scott, 22, of Columbus, GA.

He died on 31 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of injuries suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using small arms fire.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - GrossPaniagua

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Sgt. William B. GrossPaniagua, 28, of Daly City, CA.

He died on July 31 in Kunar province, Afghanistan, of injuries suffered when enemy forces attacked his vehicle with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

Monday, August 1, 2011

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Vicari

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army Spc. Augustus J. Vicari, 22, of Broken Arrow, Ok.

He died on July 29 at Paktia, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.

U.S. troop death in Afghanistan - Ewy

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the death of Army 2nd Lt. Jered W. Ewy, 33, of Edmond, OK.

He died on July 29 at Paktia, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device.

May he rest in peace as he couldn't in this life.