In Memory OfSGT Derrick J. Lutters

SGT Derrick J. Lutters, 24, KS Army National Guard, born June 26, 1980, was killed in action on May 1, 2005. Lutters was working as a Correctional Officer when his National Guard unit was called into active duty. He served as a Crane Operator with 891st Engineer Battalion in Iraq. While on a route recon mission, Lutters was inspecting a bridge for explosive devices when an insurgent sped towards them and detonated a vehicle-borne IED. He did not survive the blast. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star! Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!