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Derek Argel, 28
Air Force, Captain
Based:
Hurlburt Field, Fla.
Supporting:
Operation Iraqi Freedom
Died:
May 30, 2005
Jalawlah (near),
Iraq
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He was just a soldier by every means of the imagination. He felt like God intended him to contribute this way. He just truly believed in it with his core, and wanted to contribute.
— Wendy Argel, widow
Argel was 6 feet 6 inches tall. He played water polo at the U.S. Air Force Academy and was happiest at the beach with his family.
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Three memories of Derek Argel
dis stuff is making u go crazy dude u need ur old firends
I never knew Derek, but I knew of him, in High School. I understand he was very popular and athletic, but not in that 'I'm better than you' kind of way. I do remember a kind of awe of his calm, determined presence when he was around. Again, I never really knew him, but he had a good vibe, and I'm sad to know he's gone.
R.I.P my friend. I do not know you personaly but as a veteran I know you by heart.
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