Sgt Tristin D. Heeren, 25, U.S.M.C., born September 28, 1998, lost the battle within on December 10, 2023. Heeren wanted to be a Marine since he was five years old, so it came as no surprise when he joined the Corps. He was a Rifleman with 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division and stationed at Camp Pendleton. While in the service, Heeren deployed to Japan twice and was part of numerous U.S. border patrol missions. He was a true patriot who felt honored he had the opportunity to serve our country. Semper Fi, Marine! Til Valhalla, Brother!