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Shawn P Falter
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Name: Army Pfc. Shawn P. Falter
Age: 25
From: Cortland, N.Y.
Assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 377th Parachute Field Artillery Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, Fort Richardson, Alaska died Jan. 20 in Karbala, Iraq, from wounds sustained when his patrol was ambushed while conducting dismounted operations. Also
Incident: Army Pfc. Shawn P. Falter was killed were Lt. Jacob N. Fritz, Spc. Johnathan B. Chism and Pvt. Johnathon M. Millican.
Died: January 20, 2007
Family remembers soldier’s courage, patriotism
By William Kates
The Associated Press
Age: 25
From: Cortland, N.Y.
Assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 377th Parachute Field Artillery Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, Fort Richardson, Alaska died Jan. 20 in Karbala, Iraq, from wounds sustained when his patrol was ambushed while conducting dismounted operations. Also
Incident: Army Pfc. Shawn P. Falter was killed were Lt. Jacob N. Fritz, Spc. Johnathan B. Chism and Pvt. Johnathon M. Millican.
Died: January 20, 2007
Family remembers soldier’s courage, patriotism
By William Kates
The Associated Press
CORTLAND, N.Y. — A 25-year-old Army private abducted and executed in an ambush two weeks ago in Iraq was remembered Jan. 31 by his family as an American patriot who always put others first.
More than 500 friends and family gathered inside Grace Christian Fellowship Church to pay final respects to Pfc. Shawn Falter of Homer, who was buried with full military honors.
Andrew Lucas said he came up with four words to describe his younger brother — honor, character, courage and sacrifice.
“I don’t know if this war in Iraq is just or not. I can’t answer that. I just don’t know. But Shawn’s actions were just,” said Lucas, a master sergeant...
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the 2nd Battalion, 377th Parachute Field Artillery Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, Fort Richardson, Alaska
Incident
Army Pfc. Shawn P. Falter died Jan. 20 in Karbala, Iraq, from wounds sustained when his patrol was ambushed while conducting dismounted operations. Also killed were Lt. Jacob N. Fritz, Spc. Johnathan B. Chism and Pvt. Johnathon M. Millican.
Prayers & Messages
Shawn Falter
2007-07-21
I do hope Shawn's family will read this. We live locally and attended Shawn's funeral. At the end of the school year my 5th grade, 11 year old, son brought home art projects completed throughout the school year. One of these projects is a paper mache soldier standing at attention and saluting. At the base of this sculpture is written: "In memory of Shawn Falter". I asked my son if each classmate made a project honoring Shawn and he said no, that it was his idea. This sculpture is proudly displayed in our livingroom. I am blessed that my son recognizes Shawn's sacrifice. And, I am blessed to know that courageous, honorable, men and women, like Shawn, protect us, and those who cannot protect themselves.
KL
Shawn Falter
2007-07-16
I look at your picture everyday in my office. I think about old times, i know you're keeping an eye on all of us still here. We all miss your wit. Your family misses you awful and Shawn Falter is now a household name as your hometowns Hero. Thank you for protecting us.
Shawn P Falter
2007-06-04
Shawn is my nephew - i miss him more than words can say - and even today i wait - to see him again - to laugh and play and talk with him - hoping he might still come home - knowing i will see him on the other side - proud of him - loving him
Shawn P Falter
2007-06-04
Shawn is my nephew - i miss him more than words can say - and even today i wait - to see him again - to laugh and play and talk with him - hoping he might still come home - knowing i will see him on the other side - proud of him - loving him
Shawn P Falter
2007-04-21
I miss you Shawn. I think of you often and I know that you are looking down on all of us from a much better place.
shawn falter
2007-03-26
i miss you bro! you were a great friend and an even greater man! I miss the days when we were kids playing at your summer camp. I will never forget you Shawn. pw
all the brave soldiers
2007-03-04
yall do your job without questions.yall are the best of america. no one here is worthy of yall. i see soldiers on the t.v. everyday.and what first comes mind the worlds best physically and mentally.wish yall come home soon.and the ones who gave there life look after your fellow soldiers from heaven.cause i know yall there. i love yall all and thank you.
all the brave soldiers
2007-03-04
yall do your job without questions.yall are the best of america. no one here is worthy of yall. i see soldiers on the t.v. everyday.and what first comes mind the worlds best physically and mentally.wish yall come home soon.and the ones who gave there life look after your fellow soldiers from heaven.cause i know yall there. i love yall all and thank you.
Shawn P Falter
2007-03-01
Your bravery and dedication to your country will never go unforgotten. JSA40