The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Pfc. Alfred H. Jairala, 29, of Hialeah, Fla., died July 31 in Baghdad, Iraq, of wounds suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle. He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division (Stryker Brigade Combat Team), Fort Lewis, Wash.
All of us here at Strykernews would like to offer our sincere condolences to his family, friends and fellow soldiers.
3 Fort Lewis soldiers killed in Iraq - The Associated Press
Three Stryker soldiers die in Iraq - The News Tribune
Slain soldier from Hialeah was due home - Miami Herald
Body Of South Florida Soldier Returned Home - CBS News
Hialeah soldier's body is returned home - Miami Herald
Fort Lewis honors six more soldiers in deadliest year - Seattle P-I
Sacrifice multiplied by six - The News Tribune
Fort Lewis honors six fallen Strykers (video) - KOMO 4 News
Comments For "PFC Alfred H. Jairala":
My heart felt condolences to the family, friends and brothers in arms of this brave soldier. May God grant you comfort and peace at this most difficult time. This American shall never forget your sacrifice. God Bless you all
Posted by: Maggie
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August 4, 2007 2:18 PM
I am so very sorry for your loss. May God bless this family now and always.
Former Stryker Mom,
Ellen
Posted by: armymom54
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August 4, 2007 2:18 PM
Our sincere condolences to the family, friends and fellows soldiers. May God hold you , comfort you, and give you the strengh during this difficults days. PFC ALFRED H. JAIRALA thank you for your service and sacrifice for this country and for the people of Iraq. Rest in peace hero in the presence of God.
Edgardo, Eddie's dad , A 5-20 3/2 SBCT
Posted by: STRYKERDAD,PR
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August 5, 2007 12:07 AM
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your son was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service.
Gale Poindexter
( Proud mother of Sgt Joel Lewis, ACo. 5/20, 3-2 SBCT -KIA May 6/07, Baqubah, Iraq )
Posted by: Tulsaok1nurse
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August 5, 2007 8:45 AM
God Bless you and I am so sorry for you loss. My son Chris also serves with B Co. and sends his deepest sympathies. Your loved one will not be forgotten.
Posted by: netabug
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August 5, 2007 11:36 AM
Once again a member of our Stryker family has been taken from us too soon. May God bless you in this your time of loss. Alfred is a true American hero who never be forgotten. I thank him for defending my right to be free.
You are in my prayers.
Josh's mom 1-23 INF 3/2 Stryker Brigade
Posted by: TexasStrykerMom
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August 5, 2007 8:32 PM
To the family, friends and fellow soldiers working along side PFC Jairala, may the Good Lord give you the strength you need to get you through these difficult days. Alfred, thank you for your unselfish acts. Because of you and men such as yourself, my family and your family are safe. You gave your all in order to keep the fight on enemy soil. The fight would be on our land if it were not for men like you. You are my hero and I will always remember you.
Until you meet your loved ones again...
My sincere gratitude!
Sincerely,
Linda
Joe's Stryker Mom
Posted by: Linda, Stryker Momj
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August 5, 2007 9:23 PM
Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless and comfort you. Your soldier is a hero.
Richard's Stryker Mom
Posted by: strykermom
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August 6, 2007 10:10 AM