Cesar O. Baez, 37

Navy , Petty Officer 2nd Class

Based: Camp Pendleton

Died: June 15, 2005

Ramadi (near), Iraq

Married , 4 children

Gender: Male

Hometown: Pomona

High School: Garey Senior High (Pomona)

I couldn't convince him to stay. He wasn't scared of anything. He was happy going over there, being miserable and being dirty. That's what did it for him. It was exciting for him.

— Rosanna Baez, widow

Baez's wife was pregnant with their fourth child, the first son, when he was killed.

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Memories of Cesar

There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of him. He was a great corpsman that was dedicated to his job and family. Rest in Peace my friend.

— HMCS R. J. Lewis, posted May 26, 2008

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Doc was an amazing man, father, husband, warrior, and friend. I was with him in Iraq as a Corporal in the Marine Corps up till the end and he left such an impact on my life which I am grateful for. All the stories he told about his life experiences, the humor he brought to our platoon, as well as many other great moments with "Bones". God bless his soul. Rest in peace, brother.

— Christopher D. Holm, posted June 15, 2008

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