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Huizenga Statement On The Tragic Loss Of Specialist Vilmar Galarza Hernandez
Holland, Michigan,
May 28, 2012
Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) issued the following statement upon the announcement of the loss of U.S. Army Specialist Vilmar Galarza Hernandez in Afghanistan:
"Every life is precious and the loss of Specialist Hernandez is another tragic reminder of the ultimate cost our brave men and women as well as their families are faced with. My heart goes out to the family of Specialist Hernandez in both Muskegon, Michigan and Salinas, California. Earlier today, I took part in a moment of silence with the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) to remember the true meaning of Memorial Day and honor our nation's heroes. This evening, I ask the people of the 2nd District to join me in another moment of silence to honor the courage, commitment, and sacrifice of Specialist Vilmar Galarza Hernandez and to keep his family in your thoughts and prayers." |