In Memory OfSGT Michael J. Beckerman

SGT Michael J. Beckerman, 25, U.S. Army, born July 25, 1985, Killed in Action (KIA) on December 31, 2010. Beckerman served as a Combat Engineer with the Missouri National Guard, later joining the Regular Army with the 3rd Infantry Division. He completed three combat deployments to Ramadi, Iraq; FOB Kalsu, Iraq; and Kandahar, Afghanistan. Michael loved dominoes, poker, snowboarding, and music, always striving to make others laugh and brighten their day. For his service, he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Purple Heart. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!