Jasper K Obakrairur |
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Hilo, Hawaii |
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June 1, 2009 |
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Killed in Nerkh, Afghanistan, when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle. |
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Sgt. Jasper K. Obakrairur of Hilo, Hawaii joined the Army in March 2004 and has served at Fort Drum since August 2004. He was a graduate of the Combat Life Savers Course and Warrior Leader Course among others. His awards and decorations include the Army Commendation Medal, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, NATO Medal and Combat Infantry Badge. He was posthumously awarded a bronze star and purple heart Tuesday. He had previously deployed to Afghanistan from January 2006 to May 2007. Jasper is survived by his mother, father and sister. He died at age 26 in Nerkh, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle. |
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From Guam PDN guampdn.com 06/07/09: BREAKING NEWS - 10:17: a.m.: Army soldier from Palau dies in Afghanistan bombing Army Sgt. Jasper K. Obakrairur, 26, a native of Palau, was killed in a roadside bomb in Afghanistan on June 1, the Department of Defense has confirmed. The Army recruiting office in Hilo confirmed that Obakrairur joined the Army in Hilo in March 2004. Obakrairur died after a homemade bomb exploded near his vehicle in Nerkh, according to the Department of Defense. Nerkh is about 25 miles southwest of the Afghan capital of Kabul. The Honolulu Advertiser also reported that Obakrairur was a former computer science student at the University of Hawai'i-Hilo. UH-Hilo spokeswoman Alyson Kakugawa-Leong said Obakrairur attended classes there from August 2000 to May 2001 but did not graduate. Obakrairur was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry) of Fort Drum, N.Y. |
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From The Star Bulletin starbulletin.com 06/06/09: Afghan roadside bomb kills soldier from Hilo POSTED: Saturday, June 06, 2009 A 26-year-old Hilo soldier was killed in Afghanistan after a roadside bomb detonated near his vehicle, the Army said in a news release. Sgt. Jasper K. Obakrairur died Monday in Nerkh from injuries he suffered from the bomb. He was a team leader with the 2nd Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division in Fort Drum, N.Y., according to a news release. Obakrairur deployed to Afghanistan in January. He joined the Army in March 2004 and served at Fort Drum since August of that year. According to the Fort Drum Daily News Web site, Obakrairur was a native of Palau. His numerous awards and decorations include the Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and the NATO Medal and Combat Infantry Badge. Obakrairur was a graduate of the Combat Life Savers Course and Warrior Leader Course. He previously deployed to Afghanistan from January 2006 to May 2007. Obakrairur is survived by his mother, father and sister. |
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From The new York Senate nysenate.gov 05/04/10: Mourning the untimely death of Sergeant Jasper K. Obakrairur LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the untimely death of Sergeant Jasper K. Obakrairur, and paying tribute to his courageous actions as a member of the United States Army WHEREAS, The courage and bravery of our military personnel since the United States Armed Forces commenced Operation Iraqi Freedom will ensure our continued role as a Nation which embodies the ideals of democracy, and as a defender of liberty for people throughout the world; and WHEREAS, Members of the Armed Services from the State of New York, who have served so valiantly and honorably during Operation Enduring Free- dom, deserve a special salute from this Legislative Body; and WHEREAS, It is with feelings of deepest regret that this Legislative Body mourns the untimely death of Sergeant Jasper K. Obakrairur, and pays tribute to his courageous actions as a member of the United States Army; and WHEREAS, Sergeant Jasper K. Obakrairur, a team leader with the 2nd Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Moun- tain Division died in Nerkh, Afghanistan on Monday, June 1, 2009, in a roadside bomb attack; and WHEREAS, The 2-87th deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in the January 2009 timeframe; Sergeant Obakrairur of Hilo, Hawaii, joined the United States Army in March of 2004, and served at Fort Drum since August of that year; and WHEREAS, Sergeant Jasper K. Obakrairur, 26 years old, was a graduate of the Combat Life Savers Course and Warrior Leader Course among others; previously he deployed to Afghanistan from January 2006 to May 2007; and WHEREAS, This outstanding soldier's awards and decorations include the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Army Commendation Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (2), NATO Medal, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, and the Combat Infantry Badge; and WHEREAS, Sergeant Jasper K. Obakrairur is survived by his mother, Florence Kambalang; father, Demei Obakrairur; and one sister; and WHEREAS, The banner of freedom will always wave over our beloved New York and all of America, the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave; and WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage with which these men and women served their country, and must recognize that no greater debt is owed than that owed to those who gave their lives for their beloved Nation and to those who continue to be missing in action; and WHEREAS, The freedoms and security we cherish as Americans come at a very high price for those serving in the military in times of conflict; it is fitting and proper that we who are the beneficiaries of those who risk their lives, leaving their families behind, express our appreci- ation and eternal gratitude for their sacrifices and courageous acts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to mourn the untimely death of Sergeant Jasper K. Obakrairur, and to pay tribute to his courageous actions as a member of the United States Army; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran- smitted to the family of Sergeant Jasper K. Obakrairur. |
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From The Los Angeles Times latimes.com
06/17/09:
Palau divided over countrymen fighting for U.S. |
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From Ft Drum drum.army.mil 2007 The Mountaineer Online Soldiers graduate Warrior Leader Course Stephanie J. Santos Staff Writer Community members honored 110 Soldiers who graduated Nov. 13 from the Warrior Leader Course during a ceremony in Multipurpose Auditorium. The Warrior Leader Course teaches Soldiers what to do in situations where leadership is required; training management, which includes combat and operation orders and troop-leading procedures; and warfighting skills, which includes battle drills and how to react to improvised explosive devices. Guest speaker Command Sgt. Maj. Robert G. Lehtonen shared words of advice and encouragement with graduates. ?The effect you have on your Soldiers is everlasting and will impact their future,? he said. ?You will be expected to have high standards. Do not just memorize the NCO Creed, but study it and study it often. No one can replace or duplicate the knowledge you have gained. Take your experience from the field and incorporate it into your training. Today?s sergeants are tomorrow?s command sergeants majors.? Cpl. Hugh D. Fry, B Company, 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry Regiment, was named Distinguished Honor Graduate for earning the highest academic average. The John D. Magrath Leadership Award went to Sgt. Jose M. Rivas, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1-32 Infantry. Commandant?s Inspection winner was Sgt. Simon A. Campbell, Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 3rd Squadron, 71st Cavalry Regiment. Sgt. Damien J. Stepka, C Company, 2nd Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment, earned the Iron Soldier Award for earning the highest physical training score. The following Soldiers were named to the Commandant?s List: Spec. Bryan K. Bennett, 4th Battalion, 25th Field Artillery Regiment; Sgt. James Bigouette, White House Communication Agency; Cpl. Robert M. Brandt, 1-32 Infantry; Sgt. Melanie R. Coronado, 10th Mountain Division (LI); Sgt. Esau I. Delapena-Hernandez, 2-87 Infantry; Sgt. Charles J. Hoelscher, 10th Division Special Troops Battalion; Cpl. Michael C. Irwin, 1-32 Infantry; Cpl. Anthony M. Kienlen, 2-87 Infantry; Sgt. Mathew S. Lauilefue, 3rd General Support Aviation; Spec. Bruce C. Liptak Jr., 710th Brigade Support Battalion; Sgt. John M. Phillips, 3rd Brigade Support Troops Battalion; Sgt. Donald F. Pond, 2-87 Infantry; Cpl. Jason F. Poor, 3rd BSTB; Spec. Vlaun J. Samuels, 10th Sustainment Brigade Troops Battalion; Spec. Christopher R. Shupe, 3-71 Cavalry; Sgt. Elmer W. Strickland, 2nd Battalion, 10th Aviation Regiment; Sgt. Katherine M. Toon, 710 BSB; Spec. Sean Q. Tyler, 3-71 Cavalry; Sgt. Jorge A. Villaverde, 3-71 Cavalry; Sgt. Richard J. Vondadelszen, 1-32 Infantry; Sgt. Charles R. Wilkerson III, 7th Engineer Battalion, and Sgt. William Wilson, 6th Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment. Other WLC graduates are as follows: Spec. Greg K. Adams, Sgt. Allison L. Adkins, Sgt. Anthony D. Agosta, Spec. Llora F. Agustin, Spec. Bernard D. Anlage IV, Sgt. Troy M. Baldauf, Cpl. Kevin M. Bartlett, Sgt. James M. Berge, Sgt. Grant G. Biggar, Sgt. Andrew L. Blattel, Spec. Leslie A. Bohde, Sgt. Eric J. Breeze, Sgt. James W. Brice, Sgt. Christopher K. Carroll, Spec. Veronica A. Castillo, Spec. Melvin E. Cedillo-Martinez, Sgt. Erika Cheney, Cpl. Robert A. Croall, Spec. Erik T. Daguerre, Sgt. Thomas C. Daily Jr., Spec. Peter Z. Dakurah, Spec. Kevin P. Dwyer, Sgt. Spencer S. Easton, Spec. Erwin D. Echavez, Spec. Taner W. Edens, Sgt. Letitia T. Frink, Spec. Rigoberto C. Garcia, Sgt. Anthony B. Gendreau, Sgt. Jesse J. Gronseth, Sgt. Andrew J. Halliday, Sgt. Robert T. Hickox, Sgt. Christopher Hinshaw, Cpl. Dietrich R. Hodge, Sgt. Michael D. Jackson, Cpl. David Kelley, Sgt. Sinead E. Kelly, Sgt. Marcus D. Knockless, Sgt. John R. Lemons II, Spec. Erik R. Lindberg, Sgt. Taborri L. Lindsey, Spec. Valeria A. Lopez, Spec. Terry J. Lynch and Spec. Jonathan S. Lyons. Also, Cpl. Carlos E. Maldonado, Sgt. Brandon J. McDonald, Spec. Samuel A. McDowell, Sgt. Jaclyn S. McJilton, Cpl. Jason T. Melanson, Sgt. Kristopher D. Mills, Spec. Michael D. Moore, Sgt. Eric A. Muma, Sgt. Dustin W. Murphy, Cpl. Stephen M. Netzley, Cpl. Shane M. Neuendorf, Cpl. Jeffrey P. Newman, Cpl. Steven M. Nichols, Spec. James C. Nunley, Sgt. Jasper K. Obakrairur, Spec. Susana G. Osmin, Spec. Michelle M. Parton, Cpl. Kenneth R. Paul Jr., Sgt. Kenneth B. Petillo, Sgt. Jason Pompa, Sgt. Joseph C. Pryor, Sgt. Yevgeniy G. Radionov, Spec. Joshua C. Renken, Sgt. Jose I. Rojas-Cotto, Spec. Andrew M. Roy, Sgt. James P. Ryan, Spec. Brian C. Schumacher, Cpl. Nashat N. Sheikho, Sgt. Lloyd A. Sherman, Sgt. Karl E. Sholtz, Sgt. Dorris K. Sione, Sgt. Jermaine Stafford, Sgt. Kevin Stirgus, Sgt. Lori A. Swetof, Sgt. Steven M. Talaga, Sgt. Josue Ten, Spec. Tashane J. Vann, Spec. Christopher A. Wade, Spec. Thomas D. Walton, Sgt. Michael J. Waters and Cpl. Richard W. Wijangco. |
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