Gov. Schwarzenegger Issues Statements On Deaths...

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April 3, 2007
 
GOV. SCHWARZENEGGER ISSUES STATEMENT ON DEATH OF SAN JACINTO SOLDIER
 
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Spc. Agustin Gutierrez of San Jacinto, CA:
 
"Maria and I are inspired by Specialist Gutierrez's unwavering fortitude in the face of ultimate danger.  All Californians are forever grateful for Agustin's sacrifice for our nation.  Maria and I extend our sympathies to Agustin's family as they mourn their loss."
 
Gutierrez, 19, died March 29 as a result of injuries sustained during a non-combat related vehicle accident on March 28 in North Kabul, Afghanistan.  He was assigned to the 782nd Brigade Support Battalion, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, N.C.
 
In honor of Sgt. Gutierrez, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
 
 

April 4, 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. Daniel R. Olsen of Eagan, MN:
 
"Our hearts go out to the family, friends and fellow Marines of Lance Corporal Daniel Olsen as they mourn the loss of a valiant patriot.  Daniel gallantly served our nation with courage and resolve.  Maria and I offer our prayers to his family during this difficult time."
 
Olsen, 20, died April 2 as a result 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. Olsen, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.



April 6, 2007

GOV. SCHWARZENEGGER ISSUES STATEMENT ON DEATH OF CHULA VISTA SOLDIER: SPC. CURTIS R. SPIVEY
 
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Spc. Curtis R. Spivey of Chula Vista, CA:
 
“Specialist Spivey devoted himself to our nation’s mission to preserve freedom.  Curtis will be remembered for his heroic sacrifice.  Maria and I offer our heartfelt gratitude and condolences to his family, friends and fellow soldiers as they mourn their loss.”
 
Spivey, 25, died April 2 in San Diego, California, as a result of injuries sustained when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle during combat operations in Baghdad, Iraq, on September 16, 2006.  He was assigned to the 1st Squadron, 10th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Hood, TX.
 
In honor of Spc. Spivey, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
 

April 6, 2007

GOV. SCHWARZENEGGER ISSUES STATEMENT ON DEATH OF BALDWIN PARK SOLDIER: PFC. GABRIEL J. FIGUEROA
 
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of Pfc. Gabriel J. Figueroa of Baldwin Park, CA:
 
“Private First Class Figueroa selflessly served our country with strength and valor.  Gabriel’s dedication to protect our liberties is an inspiration for all Californians.  Maria and I offer our condolences to Gabriel’s family, friends and loved ones in their time of mourning.”
 
Figueroa, 20, died April 3 as a result of injuries sustained when his unit came in contact with enemy forces using small arms fire in Baghdad, Iraq.  He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, Fort Hood, Texas.
 
In honor of Pfc. Figueroa, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff. California Department of Veterans Affairs

 

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April 6, 2007