In Memory OfSP4 Gerald L. Eckrich

SP4 Gerald L. Eckrich, 61, U.S. Army, born October 27, 1948, passed away from cancer on August 24, 2019. Eckrich was a Radio Teletype Operator with 2nd Battalion, 75th Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division in Vietnam. There, he analyzed battlefield intelligence essential for coordinating artillery strikes, troop movements, and locating enemy positions. Eckrich's ability to relay such critical intelligence between HQ and our units in the field saved countless lives. For his service, he earned two Bronze Stars. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!