Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statements On Deaths...

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February 21, 2007
 
GOV. SCHWARZENEGGER ISSUES STATEMENT ON DEATH OF SAN DIEGO SOLDIER
 
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Spc. Ronnie G. Madore Jr. of San Diego, CA:
 
"The men and women of our nation's armed forces are dedicated to protecting our way of life.  Specialist Madore sacrificed his own life so that others may enjoy the liberties we cherish.  Maria and I offer our condolences to Ronnie's family and friends as they mourn this tragic loss." 
 
Madore, 34, died Feb. 14 of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle in Baqubah, Iraq.  He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, Fort Hood, Texas.
 
In honor of Spc. Madore, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
 
 

February 21, 2007
 
GOVERNOR SCHWARZENEGGER ISSUES STATEMENT ON DEATH OF ROSEVILLE SOLDIER
 
Governor Schwarzenegger today issued the following statement regarding the death of Pfc. Kristofer D. S. Thomas of Roseville, CA:
 
"It is with tremendous sadness that Maria and I offer our condolences to Private First Class Thomas' family and friends.  Kristofer was a true hero, and his sacrifice helped safeguard the freedoms of our nation.  Our prayers are with his loved ones during their time of mourning. "
 
Thomas, 18, died Feb. 18 of injuries sustained when the Chinook helicopter he was in crashed in southeastern Afghanistan.  He was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, Fort Benning, GA.
 
In honor of Pfc. Thomas, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
 
 

February 23, 2007
 
GOV. SCHWARZENEGGER ISSUES STATEMENT ON DEATH OF CAMP PENDLETON MARINE
 
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Sgt. Clinton W. Ahlquist of Creede, CO:
 
"Sergeant Ahlquist has inspired us with his unyielding commitment to defending our nation.  Californians are grateful for Clinton's honorable devotion to this country.  Maria and I offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of this brave Marine."
 
Ahlquist, 23, died Feb. 20 of injuries sustained while conducting combat operations in Al Anbar province, Iraq.  He was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton, CA.
 
In honor of Sgt. Ahlquist, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
 
 

February 23, 2007
 
GOV. SCHWARZENEGGER ISSUES STATEMENT ON DEATH OF TWENTYNINE PALMS MARINE
 
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Lance Cpl. Brian A. Escalante of Dodge City, KS:
 
"Lance Corporal Escalante undertook the most noble of professions.  Brian will be remembered for his remarkable loyalty to our nation.  Maria and I offer our thoughts and prayers to Brian's family and loved ones."
 
Escalante, 25, died Feb. 17 of injuries sustained while conducting combat operations in Al Anbar province, Iraq.  He was assigned to 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Twentynine Palms, CA.
 
In honor of Lance Cpl. Escalante, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
 
 

February 23, 2007
 
GOV. SCHWARZENEGGER ISSUES STATEMENT ON DEATH OF GLENDORA MARINE
 
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Lance Cpl. Blake H. Howey of Glendora, CA:
 
"Lance Corporal Howey embodied ultimate selflessness.  Blake bravely served our nation's armed forces and sacrificed his own life in his determination to bring freedom to the oppressed.  Maria and I extend our condolences to Blake's family, friends and fellow Marines."
 
Howey, 20, died Feb. 18 of injuries sustained while conducting combat operations in Al Anbar province, Iraq.  He was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Twentynine Palms, CA.
 
In honor of Lance Cpl. Howey, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
 
 

February 27, 2007
 
GOV. SCHWARZENEGGER ISSUES STATEMENT ON DEATH OF WEST COVINA SOLDIER
 
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Spc. Louis G. Kim of West Covina, CA:
 
"Maria and I extend our condolences to Specialist Kim's family and loved ones.  Louis pursued the cause of liberty with strength and resolve.  His heroic sacrifice is an inspiration to all Californians."
 
Kim, 19, died Feb. 20 of injuries sustained when his unit came in contact with enemy forces using small arms fire in Ramadi, Iraq.  He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, Schweinfurt, Germany.
 
In honor of Spc. Kim, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
 
 

February 27, 2007
 
GOV. SCHWARZENEGGER ISSUES STATEMENT ON DEATH OF WINNETKA SOLDIER
 
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Pfc. Rowan D. Walter of Winnetka, CA:
 
"Private First Class Walter served our nation with unwavering courage.  Rowan will be remembered for his tireless dedication to our country.  Maria and I offer our prayers to Rowan's family, friends and fellow soldiers."
 
Walter, 25, died Feb. 23 of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated near his HMMWV during combat operations on Feb. 22 in Ramadi, Iraq.  He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, Fort Carson, CO.
 
In honor of Pfc. Walter, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.

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