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PHOTOS: Funeral for Army Spc. Vilmar Galarza Hernandez
June 8, 2012
United States Army Spc. Vilmar Galarza Hernandez of Salinas was laid to rest today after he was killed on May 26 while serving in Zharay, Afghanistan.
Hernandez, 21 succumbed to wounds caused by an improvised explosive device.
During the service at the Garden of Memories cemetery in Salinas, his family was presented with medals he had been awarded including the Bronze Star and Purple Heart.
Hernandez survived by his parents, Pedro and Gregoria, his brother Marvin and his wife Margarita Contreras.
VIEW MORE PHOTOS FROM THE FUNERAL FOR ARMY SPEC. VILMAR GALARZA HERNANDEZ.
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Aunque no hayamos tenido la oportunidad de conocerlo, su trágica muerte nos afecta. Apreciamos profundamente su sacrificio en sirviendo a su patria.
The burdens of war are not borne equally. Thank you, Nic, for helping our community to see the supreme sacrifice made by this East Salinas family.
A debt is owed to the family of Vilmar Galarza Hernandez, a debt that cannot be repaid. May your photos and other expressions of sympathy in their home county, and beyond, provide even a small measure of comfort to Vilmar's family and friends.
Outstanding tribute to a fallen brother-in-arms. Thanks. -Chief Warrant Officer 3 Vincent Esponilla
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