In Memory OfSPC Joseph A. Lucas Sr

SPC Joseph A. Lucas Sr., 23, U.S. Army, born in Kentucky September 26, 1982, was killed in action on December 15, 2005. Lucas served as a Cavalry Scout with 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, and deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. While conducting a reconnaissance mission in Balad, his Humvee was struck by an IED. Lucas passed away just two days before he was scheduled to return to the U.S. and be reunited with his family. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Rest easy, Hero! Til Valhalla, Brother!