Name: Army Sgt. Darrell L. Fernandez Age: 25 From: Truth or Consequences, N.M. Assigned to the 1st Battalion, 67th Armor Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Carson, Colo. Incident: Army Sgt. Darrell L. Fernandez died Jan. 31 in Kirkuk, Iraq, of injuries sustained during a vehicle accident. Died:
January
31, 2009
Fort Carson soldier dies after Iraq vehicle wreck
The Associated Press
FORT CARSON, Colo. — The Defense Department says a Fort Carson soldier from New Mexico died after a vehicle accident in Iraq.
The military said Wednesday that Spc. Darrell L. Fernandez died Saturday in Kirkuk. The accident is under investigation.
The 25-year-old Fernandez was from Truth or Consequences, N.M. He graduated from Hot Springs High School and married his high school sweetheart, Katrina, shortly after graduation, said his father-in-law, Richard Fair.
His grandmother, Ida Hamilton, 70, said Fernandez had been injured by shrapnel on his second tour of Iraq in 2006, and fought to recover so he could return to Iraq.
“It’s been real rough for all of us,” she said. “He did not say why he wanted to go back.”
Prayers & Condolences For: Darrell L. Fernandez BY Anonymous on May 29, 2010
I love u darrell...miss u so much....I am very greatful for the time I got with u...I am so proud to call myself ur wife...you will always be my hero never forgotten...
Prayers & Condolences For: Darrell L. Fernandez BY miyembro on Feb 10, 2009
Your sacrifice will remain in our hearts for a lifetime,
with intense gratitude. May God bless you and your family.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms.
Prayers & Condolences For: Darrell L. Fernandez BY John on Feb 07, 2009
May the grace of God, the love of Jesus, and the peace of the Holy Spirit be with you and your family forever.
Prayers & Condolences For: Darrell L. Fernandez BY Anonymous on Feb 07, 2009
Thank you for your courage and service. May you rest peacefully in Gods loving and secure arms.