The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.



Gunnery Sgt. Adam F. Benjamin, 34, of Garfield Heights, died Aug. 18 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to 8th Engineer Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.

Lance Cpl. Leopold F. Damas, 26, of Floral Park, N.Y., died Aug. 17 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.

Semper Fi

John

They're not gone from us, God just called them home is all. Our prayers are with them and their Families. Rest in peace, your duty is done. God be with you Brothers Adam and Leopold.

My deepest condolences go out to these Marines' friends amd families. They paid the ultimate price for our freedom.

Semper Fidelis