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Gurpreet Singh, 21
Marines, Corporal
Based:
Camp Pendleton
Supporting:
Operation Enduring Freedom
Died:
June 22, 2011
Helmand province,
Afghanistan
Gender:
Male
Hometown:
Antelope
High School:
Oakmont High (Roseville)
Foreign Country of Birth:
India
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G was a different guy when he came home on leave after his first tour in Afghanistan. In high school, he had looked up to us. Not anymore. We looked up to him with deep respect and admiration.
— Joaquin Zavala, friend
Singh was killed June 22 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.
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11 memories of Gurpreet Singh
Gurpreet: I didn't know you but I am very sorry you have left us so soon in your young life. You could have only been a wonderful and loving son, friend, companion and confident. Because of you, there are many of us who will have the opportunity to continue to thrive. I only hope, in your memory, we do it right and remember it is because of you and others like you. God Now Blesses You Always. Say Hi! for me.
Cpl. Singh was someone everyone could get along with. Whether it be another patrol in hostile territory, or just a morning greeting; Gurpreet would always have a positive attitude. Love you bro, forever in our hearts.
Cpl. Singh, as another young Corporal and a young punjabi like yourself, this kills me inside brother. You will never be forgotten and always remembered.
Gurpreet studied with my son at High School in Roseville before joining the Marines. He was brave and courageous teen, respectful to elders. He will shine like star in our memory; unforgetable.
Cpl.Singh always held his head high and was very respectful. I am glad to have served with you brother for we shall meet again. Rest in peace and much condolences to Singh's family.
Goppi. he is my childhood frnd when he was in india. miss u bro...u will shine like a star in my memory..and u will never be forgotten.....TILL I DIE
YOU are a great son to be proud of rest of ours lifes.WE will remember your sacrifice.YOU ARE A GREAT HERO.
RESPECTED GURPREET SINGH
YOU are our hero, I salute you... everyone go to die in a day, but someone never die , they always live in heart...
like you
Gurpreet Singh IS THE MAN. I wish he was my son who died fighting for the great nation who respected Punjabis and others. LOVE U MAN no words to say except bunch of tears every day.
Gurpreet, to me, you are a bigger hero than any Bollywood superstar or any cricket superstar. Your exceptional courage and sacrifice will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, brother.
Gurpreet..i dont know u or your family..but i attended your 1 year Bhog at Roseville gurudwara just because y r a TRUE HERO.
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