Kyle W. Powell
Military Branch: Marine Corps; Rank: Cpl
Summary:
Kyle graduated in 2003 from Cheyenne Mountain High School. He had a creative mind and was a loyal friend.
Kyle was a member of the Boy Scouts of America. He achieved the highest rank (Eagle Scout) and loved winter camping with his Boy Scout troop.
Kyle joined the Marines after graduation and attended boot camp in San Diego during the fall of 2003. After attending the Combat Engineering School at Camp Lejeune, NC, he returned to Camp Pendleton. Kyle's first overseas assignment was in Kuwait, also spending time in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Iraq, working in multiple capacities. On his second tour, he was stationed in Ramadi, Iraq, attached to the 3rd of the 7th Infantry where he went on 120 missions in seven months. He received the Navy Achievement Medal for building a bunker he designed and constructed that withstood several rocket-propelled grenades, preventing the injury of the Marines inside. In August 2006 he deployed for the third time, this time in Fallujah, Iraq, attached to the 2nd and 3rd Reconnaissance Units. He knew it was a dangerous duty, but felt he was well trained and prepared. Kyle showed great courage and love for his fellow man. Kyle's friends said he was a great inspiration, never backing away from a challenge and was always seeking that greater thrill.
Life Achievements/ Recognitions:
He received the Navy Achievement medal for building a bunker that withstood 5 RPGs (rocket-propelled grenades) without anyone getting hurt.
Bronze Star with Valor in May 2007
Eagle Scout
A few days before Powell died, he braved enemy fire to apply a tourniquet to a wounded buddy, saving his life.
He participated in soccer, football and cross country running.