California’s War Dead

    Marvin R. Sprayberry III, 24

    Army, Sergeant
    Khalis (near), Iraq
    Gender: Male
    Hometown: Tehachapi
    We wouldn't let anyone do anything to one of our brothers. We took care of one another.
    — Jason Sprayberry, brother

    Before he was deployed to Iraq, Sprayberry was stationed in Germany, where he met and married his wife, Nadja. The couple had planned to have another wedding celebration when Sprayberry finished his year in Iraq.
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    Four memories of Marvin R. Sprayberry III

    he was a great guy.
    we all love and miss
    him so much he did so much he was so young.
    but i will never fofrget him.

    — nicole richardson
    September 9, 2008 at 12:10 p.m.
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    It has been over four years since we all lost Marvin. Our lives will never be the same and he will never be forgotten. I think of Little Marvin, his childhood, adult life and now Section 60 at Arlington where he rests. We're proud of our son & brother and think of him many times every single day. My greatest hope is that his death is not in vain. Tank - I miss you! Love, Mom

    — Caryn Funkhouser (Mom)
    November 4, 2008 at 7:45 p.m.
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    A new year, a new president. Hopefully, this year will bring change in our country and a the slightest bit of rest to the weary souls who mourn over those who have lost their lives so we can live out our every day freedoms that we so easily take for granted.

    — Jodie Sprayberry-Sister
    February 5, 2009 at 4:26 p.m.
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    So many good times brother. I don't think I can narrow it down to just one. Not a day goes by that I don't miss you. You were a great friend, awesome brother, and I'll never forget your selfless service. You'll be missed and loved forever!!!

    — Brent R. Baldwin
    May 30, 2011 at 12:08 p.m.
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