Team Greely honors fallen Alaska National Guard Soldier
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Team Greely joined together June 11 to remember Sgt. 1st Class Russell A. Hepler......read moreread more
Photo By Chris Maestas | Team Greely joined together June 11 to remember Sgt. 1st Class Russell A. Hepler during a memorial service at the Fort Greely Chapel. Hepler was recently promoted to the rank of sergeant first class and served as a platoon sergeant for Alpha Company, 49th Missile Defense Battalion. Team Greely extends their most sincere condolences to his wife Shandra, their children, loved ones, friends, and the Soldiers he served alongside. see less
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Team Greely joined together June 11 to remember Sgt. 1st Class Russell A. Hepler during a memorial service at the Fort Greely Chapel. Hepler was recently promoted to the rank of sergeant first class and served as a platoon sergeant for Alpha Company, 49th Missile Defense Battalion.
Hepler, 35, was dip-netting with his wife Shandra Hepler June 8 in Copper River near O’Brien Creek, south of the town of Chitna. Hepler was observed as the incident occurred and attempts were made to save him, but he was carried downstream.
Team Greely extends their most sincere condolences to his wife, Shandra, their children, loved ones, friends, and the Soldiers he served alongside.
