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US Army ยท June 11, 2006

Bernard P. Corpuz

Bernard P. Corpuz of Watsonville, Calif. is remembered in the Liberty Unites archive.

Age
28
Home
Watsonville, Calif.
Occupation
303rd Military Intelligence Battalion, 504th Military Intelligence Brigade, Fort Hood, Texas
Memorial
US Army
11candles carried forward

A LIFE REMEMBERED

We speak the name.

Army Cpl. Bernard P. Corpuz died June 11 from wounds sustained when his convoy came under enemy small-arms fire and an improvised explosive device detonated during combat operations in Ghazni, Afghanistan.

PRAYERS & CONDOLENCES

Words left in remembrance.

All 11 messages preserved from the historic Liberty Unites archive are printed in this static page.

To me you will always be "Shaggy". Every thing you did, you did with energy and passion. I miss you, your death is the loss of an amazing soul. Thank You Man! Some gave All.

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I met Bernard while attended ULV. I lived two doors down from him in the dorms. I can't say I've ever met anyone quite like him, and I loved him for that. Such individuality seemed a rare and precious thing at that place and time, so I loved every minute I got to spend with "Nards" as I called him. Bernard had such passion for the things he loved, heavy metal (namely the band Manowar), running track, his religion, and our country. While our beliefs and interests didn't always coincide, it didn't matter. Those things

were trivial and easy to put aside in his presence because his charm, enthusiasm, loyalty, fantastic sense of humor, and infectious smile made him someone that everyone, including myself really enjoyed being around. One of my favorite memories of Nards was when I saw him walking across the lawn in front of our dorms, long black hair flowing. I yelled hello to him and he turned and saw it was me. In true Bernard fashion, he didn't return my hello, but instead held a fist in the air and yelled, "Rock on!" then

dissapeared into the dorms. Thanks for the laughs and the smiles Nards, we're gonna miss you.

-Tandis

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Bernard Corpuz, one of the best soldiers I have ever had the pleasure to train with, his motivation was inspirational. I wear this bracelet, hoping people will ask about him, so that I can tell them about the Soldier they should all strive to become.

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Bernard Corpuz, one of the best soldiers I have ever had the pleasure to train with, his motivation was inspirational. I wear this bracelet, hoping people will ask about him, so that I can tell them about the Soldier they should all strive to become.

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Corpuz, we only lived together a few weeks, but we sure did have a hell of a time in Tucson at the Surly Wench. I couldn't believe my ears when I found out at drill last month that a Corpuz from Cali was KIA. Thanks for showing me what 80's music was really about - White Snake, Ozzy, Drakken, and more - ESPECIALLY Drakken! I know how important your faith was to you, so I know you're where you should be. Keep rockin' man, I'll see you again, but not yet.

SPC Denton, Philip E.

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Much love for you Bernard; a true Rocker at heart i wish we had the chance to do a double bass session. It makes me sad that we have lost such an asset..... your friend David Grijalva/Hartnell Track

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Bernard... what you have done for us here... I folded the flag that was sent to your mother, bernard, and I didn't think that I was ever going to have to do that... it brings tears to my eyes every time they make me bring the colors down at sunset, because i remember the day that I folded it the exact same way for another purpose... We miss you, and you'll never be forgotten...

PS, one day we still have to have a game of cards

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Gone but not forgotten.

My condolensces to the Corpuz family.

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I miss you man. I still remember our last talk. I told you you would do great things, you made the greatest sacrifice. I hope your family continues your legacy, you were a great person. SPC Wilson, Kenneth E.

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Thanks for being a great hero to this country. You will always be remembered. My heart goes out to the friends and family, I also lost a loved one SGT Jose Gomez. You are all watching down on us from heaven. thank you, all of you. God Bless

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Dear Lord, please bless the soul of this brave soldier and hold him in Your loving Arms.

Please keep Your Shining Light over his family and loved ones.

My sincere heartfelt condolences to the Corpuz family.

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