Public Welcomes National Guard Soldiers Home

Citizens from McHenry County and beyond, as well as Chicago television stations, came to welcome the soldiers based at the Woodstock National Guard Armory.

Standing on the gazebo in the Woodstock Square, the soldiers took the high ground during the welcome home ceremony.

Unfortunately, five comrades did not return. Their names and photos, however, were on posters. Pictures of them are presented below in alphabetical order.

First, Sgt. Christopher Abeyta:


Second, SSgt Timothy Bowles:

Third, SPC Norman Cain III:


Fourth, SPC Lukyjasz Saczek:

He passed away from other causes than battle. His funeral was on May 18th.

Finally, Sgt. Robert Weinger:


Comments

Public Welcomes National Guard Soldiers Home — 2 Comments

  1. Tim –

    Just thinking of you and wishing you were here. You are so missed.

  2. Lukasz,

    i wish you were here . You are very missed. i cant take the image out of my mind when i was at your wake. You looked like you were just sleeping, i wish you were just sleeping. But everything happens for a reason. I will see you soon. R.I.P to all the soldiers that have died protecting our country.

    -Your little cousin

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