05/25/2026
This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the thirteen American service members who gave their lives in service to their country earlier this year. We remember them by name:
Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Marzan, 54, Sacramento, CA
Major Jeffrey O’Brien, 45, Waukee, IA
Captain Cody Khork, 35, Winter Haven, FL
Sergeant First Class Nicole Amor, 39, White Bear Lake, MN
Sergeant First Class Noah Tietjens, 42, Bellevue, NE
Sergeant Declan Coady, 20, Des Moines, IA
Sergeant Benjamin N. Pennington, 26, Glendale, KY
Major John A. Klinner, 33, Auburn, AL
Captain Ariana G. Savino, 31, Covington, WA
Captain Seth R. Koval, 38, Mooresville, IN
Captain Curtis J. Angst, 30, Wilmington, OH
Technical Sergeant Ashley B. Pruitt, 34, Bardstown, KY
Technical Sergeant Tyler H. Simmons, 28, Columbus, OH
They came from communities across America. They served with dedication and honor. On this day, we hold them and their families in our deepest gratitude and respect.
Memorial Day 2026. We will not forget.
