California’s War Dead

    Edgar P. Daclan Jr.

    Edgar P. Daclan Jr., 24

    Army, Specialist
    Balad (near), Iraq
    Gender: Male
    Hometown: Torrance
    Foreign Country of Birth: Philippines
    When he was interviewed in Iraq by a newspaper, a lot of the other soldiers said they had made a mistake by joining the Army. But Edgar said he knew what he was getting into, that it was dangerous work.
    — Iris Daclan, sister

    Daclan was born in the Philippines and came to California in 1993. He was two semesters shy of an electrical engineering degree from Cal State Long Beach when he enlisted.
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    17 memories of Edgar P. Daclan Jr.

    I attended Narbonne many years ago and it hits home when it's in your back yard. Thank you for you service and god bless you and your family.

    — M.Medina
    July 19, 2008 at 8:59 p.m.
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    Rest in peace, my dear brother.

    — Iris Daclan
    December 11, 2008 at 12:12 p.m.
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    Iris ; I feel for you and your family during this Holiday Season. Your brother was a brave young man. My he rest in peace. Mike Medina 80-83

    — mike medina
    December 21, 2008 at 11:05 a.m.
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    I currently attend Narbonne High, class of 09 and my complete respect to him... rest in peace gaucho!

    — Chantal
    March 5, 2009 at 9:07 p.m.
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    From all the alumni of Narbonne, thank you for your service.

    — D
    May 22, 2009 at 4:03 p.m.
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    hope they put you on the plaque out front for everyone to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrafice

    — chuck vorhis
    August 22, 2009 at 9:57 p.m.
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    From Narbonne Highschool to Cal State Long Beach, you've always extended me a helping hand as a friend. Thank you for the memories, my brother. May you rest in peace.

    — Theo Aguirre
    October 15, 2009 at 10:18 a.m.
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    I went to Combat Medic school with Edgar. And serve in Germany with him and then Iraq. He was a good friend and an amazing guy who will always be loved!

    — Meilssa Bloomfield
    October 21, 2009 at 7:24 a.m.
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    you will always remain here in our hearts, your like a brother to me and a true friend... we miss you...

    — johndonald galera
    November 11, 2009 at 8:15 p.m.
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    Edgar"DOC"Daclan and I were assigned to the same platoon in Germany and Iraq. He was responsible for the medical care of our infantry platoon. He mastered the skills of the medical field and also those of a infantryman.He provided excellent care to us and when needed to the Iraqi civilians.
    Doc, you will always have a place in my heart and memories. God Bless,My Brother

    — raymond gholson jr
    January 9, 2010 at 10:13 a.m.
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    Edgar and I used to work together in Torrance and I remember him being the coolest guy and we were both attending Cal State Long Beach. As soon as I moved on to a different job, I heard of this tragic incident and express my deepest condolences to his family. He was a great person that will be missed and wanted to do the best he can for his family. Rest in Peace.

    — Cesar Hernandez
    December 5, 2010 at 4:39 p.m.
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    I just read about Edgar, and although I
    don't know him personally I feel for his family...I only hope they will be able to go on in his memory, Just writing this now I'm fighting back tears of compassion... happy holidays

    — alexander
    December 5, 2010 at 5:45 p.m.
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    I miss you Doc, I think about you daily but you already know that. I miss you, and try to live each day as the Man that you were, Caring, Strong, and Brave, and Definitely Funny. I miss you brother, thanks for all the memories I got to expeirence with you. love you bro.

    — Hector Ferrel
    July 5, 2011 at 12:46 p.m.
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    Doc, I hope you know how much of impact you had on so many of us. We will never forget you and live each day to the fullest in your honor. Miss you bro... see you soon. -Kyle Carrier

    — Kyle Carrier
    July 11, 2011 at 1:22 p.m.
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    I think of you every day Daclan. You should be alive. That was mine to die. Everyday I think of you and Cpt. Kurth who died in my arms. My life is not worth your death. I remember you in Germany... Why wasn't my life taken and yours spared...?

    I think of you every day Daclan...

    — Ryan Hunt
    September 3, 2011 at 10:30 p.m.
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    We treasured all our memories of you from Torrance, LA Ca. and here in Germany Yoyon... You will always be in our hearts...

    Till the time we meet again...We love you!!!

    Aunty Lorna & Family

    — Lorna D. Büchling
    September 7, 2011 at 4:25 p.m.
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    It's been 8 yrs since you've left. The pain lingers on.. You are in my mind at this very moment.. You will always be my inspiration as long as a live.. God bless you esp. your family..

    — Gerard Panganiban
    May 17, 2012 at 3:58 a.m.
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