In Memory OfPV2 Jesse E. Bartel

PV2 Jesse E. Bartel, 20, U.S. Army, born March 28, 1983, lost the battle within on July 1, 2003. Bartel was a Power-Generation Equipment Repairer with 1st Battalion, 21st Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division at Fort Hood. On base, he maintained power systems critical to mission readiness and ensured vehicles and equipment were always ready to deploy. Bartel enjoyed football, working with special-needs children, and fixing vehicles with his father. He had a big heart and was always there to help those in need. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!