In Memory OfCpl Matthew J. Carpenter

Cpl Matthew J. Carpenter, 36, U.S.M.C., born August 17, 1987 lost the battle within on March 17, 2024. Carpenter served as an Infantryman with 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, and deployed to Iraq. He was stationed in Fallujah and played a critical role in conducting counterinsurgency operations, reconstruction efforts, and training the Iraqi Security Forces. Carpenter enjoyed riding motorcycles, gaming, and working on cars. He is remembered as a globe-trotting, magnetic person who never met a stranger. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!