In Memory OfSGT Joseph N. Bleskachek

SGT Joseph N. Bleskachek, 26, U.S. Army, born May 21, 1989, lost the battle within on February 15, 2016. Bleskachek was an OH-58D Armament/Electrical/Avionics Systems Repairer and deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. Overseas, he maintained the weapon, electrical, and avionics systems of our Kiowa armed recon helicopters, ensuring they were combat-ready. Bleskachek was an outgoing, incredibly loyal man with a great sense of humor. No matter what was going on in a person's life, he never failed to put a smile on their face. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!