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Derek T. Roberts, 24
Army, Sergeant
Based:
Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
Supporting:
Operation Iraqi Freedom
Died:
June 14, 2007
Kirkuk (near),
Iraq
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He was ready to come home. He was ready to move forward with his life. But he understood he had to be there.
— Judi Arel, fiancee
Roberts' contract with the Army expired in January 2007, but he was required to remain in Iraq with his unit. He was killed five months later by a roadside bomb.
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Derek was my son's best friend in the 8th grade. I remember him as kind, sweet young man. I remember the half pipe that he had in his front yard My son and Derek would spend hours skating there hearts out. I'm sorry I didn't know of Derek's death until now. I guess we just take for granted that the people we care about are always going to be there. Derek was a fine young man and I'm happy that I at least got to know him. Even if it was just for a little bit. We'll miss you Derek.
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