In Memory OfSgt Eriq J. Sapp-Aquino

Sgt Eriq J. Sapp-Aquino, 22, U.S.M.C., born in California August 8, 2001, lost the battle within on December 14, 2023. Sapp-Aquino served with Marine Tactical Air Control Squadron 1 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma. There, he was part of a unit training to coordinate aviation assets and synchronize aerial support for ground combat operations should war break out. Sapp-Aquino was a natural-born leader and a great mentor. He knew his men individually and, through each of their strengths, motivated them to thrive as Marines. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!