Photo By Cpl. Khoa Pelczar | Family members of Cpl. Michael J. Palacio, 23, from Lake Elsinore, Calif., cry during...... read more read more
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ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. – ‘Once a Marine, always a Marine,’ a well-known slogan used by the Marine Corps couldn’t have been used any more appropriately here.
In order to pay their final respects, give condolences and to honor a fallen brother-in-arms, Marines with 1st Marine Logistics Group joined the hero’s friends and family at a memorial service for Cpl. Michael J. Palacio, April 10.
Palacio, 23, from Lake Elsinore, Calif., died while participating in combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan, March 29, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Palacio was loved by many; and now, he is an American hero who has made the ultimate sacrifice for his country. His friends and relatives expressed their feelings at Legacy.com as they signed the guest book after the memorial service and funeral.
Julia Rodriguez, from Buena Park, Calif., wrote, “I remember from the moment I met you, you instantly brought a smile to my face, as you did to everyone that crossed paths with you. You’re my hero and I thank you so much for everything that you’ve done. I love you and miss you dearly. Rest in Paradise, Mikey P.”
LJ Smith, from Statenville, Ga., wrote, “Brother, you will be in my mind, and your name will be on my arm for the rest of my life. I miss you dearly. Semper Fi brother.”
| Date Taken: | 04.10.2012 |
| Date Posted: | 04.12.2012 18:20 |
| Story ID: | 86678 |
| Location: | ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, US |
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