Carlos E. Gil Orozco

December 5, 1983 - September 10, 2007
Nickname: "Pocho"

Military Branch: Marine Corps; Rank: Cpl

Summary:

Carlos was born in Columbia, S.A. At the age of eight, his family moved to San Jose, CA.

Joining the military was a lifelong dream for Carlos. He struggled in school, but knew he wanted to be a marine, so he studied really hard, especially in Algebra. He would stay up all night studying until his eyes were blurry.

Carlos was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.

Life Achievements/ Recognitions:

He graduated from Willow Glen High School.

Loving Father and Husband.

 
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