California’s War Dead

    Steven J. Walberg-Riotto

    Steven J. Walberg-Riotto, 18

    Army, Private 1st Class
    Baghdad (southern part), Iraq
    Gender: Male
    Hometown: Paradise
    He did what was in his heart. He accomplished what he felt he was set out in life to do.
    — Maria Altizer, pastor of his church

    From the time he was 7, Walberg-Riotto wanted to be in the military. He persuaded his mother to sign a form allowing him to enlist early and celebrated his 18th birthday during basic training.
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    Four memories of Steven J. Walberg-Riotto

    I never knew Steven but was a 1978 graduate of PV. I lost my brother in Vietnam and am familiar with the devastation this causes a family. My families thoughts and prayers are with Steven and his family. God Bless Steven, his family, our freedom and this country.
    Sincerely Walt and Stacie Kalb, Monroe Washington.

    — Walt Kalb
    June 30, 2008 at 5:33 p.m.
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    Warberg was an excellent Soldier. I was deeply sadden and mad when he was killed on 15 April 2007, I was there with him and I will nerver forgett you or that day. May the Lord have you next to him my brother in Arms. SFC Rodriguez.

    — RODRIGUEZ
    February 12, 2009 at 9:57 p.m.
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    I knew him as a younger kid,full of life and fun. He will be missed.

    — avishai
    November 9, 2009 at 8:40 p.m.
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    Thank you for sacrificing youself to protect our beautiful nation. God Bless you and your family in this difficult time. GOD BLESS AMERICA.

    — Julia White
    June 17, 2010 at 8:09 a.m.
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