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Frank Gasper

  • Died May 25, 2008
  • Merced, California, United States
American soldier Frank Gasper was a hero, husband, and son. This memorial is for us to remember the happiness that Frank brought in our lives.
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Another Hero Fallen

Another Valley soldier has been killed in Operation Iraqi Freedom.

The Department of Defense confirmed on Tuesday that 25-year-old Sgt. Frank Joseph Gasper of Merced was killed in action.

Gasper died on May 25th, when his vehicle struck an IED near Diwaniyah, Iraq where he had been conducting resupply operations.

 Gasper had been a Radio Operator assigned to the Headquarters Support Company, 3rd Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), Fort Carson, Colo. Gasper enlisted in the Army back in October of 2002. He was two weeks into his fourth tour of duty at the time of his death.

Gasper is survived by his wife, Breanna of Colorado Springs.  He is also survived by his mother, Anita Richards, and his sister, Victoria Gasper of Calif.

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Not Forgotten

Ryan F May 26, 2009

I didn't know Frank Gasper personally, but I thank you, Frank Gasper. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice and gift of self. Our Fallen Heroes will never be forgotten.

"I'm proud to be an American where- at the least- I know I'm free
And I won't forget the men who've died and gave that right to me."

Tribute to a True Hero

Steve F May 25, 2009

Frank, thanks for giving everything for your country, your family, and your friends. You are a true hero & I will honor you this memorial day & every memorial day as long as I live. It was an honor to serve with you in 10th Special Forces. May your soul be in the Kingdom now & may God always watch over your family & bless them abundantly. Thank you!

"Greater love has no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." -John 15:13

My husband and best friend

Breanna Gasper Aug 25, 2008

babe you might be gone but you will forever remain in my memories and heart, you were my best friend and I couldnt ask for a better husband and soul mate. you make me very proud babe. I will always cherish all of what we have had together forever. I love and miss you so much

Thanks

nobody Jul 08, 2008

I never Met Frank in Life, I look forward to meeting You when its time for me to Go home too.Thanks For Being you

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