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Christian P Engeldrum
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Name: Army Sgt. Christian P. Engeldrum
Age: 39
From: Bronx, N.Y.
Assigned to 1st Battalion, 69th Infantry Regiment, New York Army National Guard, New York City
Incident: Army Sgt. Christian P. Engeldrum was killed Nov. 29 when his military vehicle struck an improvised explosive device in Baghdad. Also
Died: November 29, 2004
Firefighter killed in Iraq laid to rest
By Pat Milton
Associated Press
Age: 39
From: Bronx, N.Y.
Assigned to 1st Battalion, 69th Infantry Regiment, New York Army National Guard, New York City
Incident: Army Sgt. Christian P. Engeldrum was killed Nov. 29 when his military vehicle struck an improvised explosive device in Baghdad. Also
Died: November 29, 2004
Firefighter killed in Iraq laid to rest
By Pat Milton
Associated Press
NEW YORK — A New York firefighter who responded to the World Trade Center attack and was killed in Iraq was remembered Thursday as “the true definition of a hero.”
At a funeral Mass overflowing with police, firefighters and uniformed military officials, Sgt. Christian Engeldrum was recalled as an extraordinarily brave public servant with a kind heart.
“Chris, your courage and bravery inspire us all,” said firefighter Michael Schiraldi, a friend. “The memory of your smile fills us with joy and laughter. ... You are the true definition of a hero and a great friend.”
Engeldrum, who also was a former police officer, was killed Nov. 29 when his...
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1st Battalion, 69th Infantry Regiment, New York Army National Guard, New York City
Incident
Army Sgt. Christian P. Engeldrum was killed Nov. 29 when his military vehicle struck an improvised explosive device in Baghdad. Also
Prayers & Messages
Christian P Engeldrum
2009-11-11
May you be resting in the arms of the Lord. You will always be remembered and missed. God Bless to your family.
Christian P Engeldrum
2009-06-03
I think of you every day my dear son. You lived your life just the way you wanted. How many of us can say the same. I miss you. Love Mom
Christian P Engeldrum
2008-04-09
May the grace of God, the love of Jesus, and the peace of the Holy Spirit be with you and your family forever.