Federico G. Borjas, 33

Army Reserve, Sergeant

Based: San Diego

416th Civil Affairs Battalion, 351st Civil Affairs Command

Supporting: Operation Iraqi Freedom

Died: October 16, 2008

Bermel District Center, Afghanistan

Single, 1 child

Gender: Male

Hometown: San Diego

Burial: Ft. Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego

Borjas, a SWAT officer with the San Diego Police Department, rejoined the military a decade after a stint in the Marines. He told family and friends that he wanted to honor his cousin, Eric U. Ramirez, who was killed in Iraq in 2004, as well as fulfill a longtime goal of serving his country overseas.

San Sim, 10/22/2008

Michael K. Clark, 10/07/2008

29 memories of Federico G. Borjas

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I had the opportunity to train with Sgt. Borjas at Fort Dix a year ago this day (2 Nov 08). I am ending my tour in Iraq and last night I got the news of his death. I can say without a doubt that Borjas was a "Soldiers Soldier". Attention to detail and a very sharp person. He also had a joking side; it was made evident when he and 2 other Soldiers put a fake snake in my sleeping bag and scared the mess out of me. He will truly be missed by the Soldiers that trained with him at Ft. Dix last year and all that knew him. And to the family, "peace be with you during this time of sorrow and may you find comfort in the arms of the Lord"

1SG G. Brown
B/418 CA
Belton, Mo.

” — 1SG Gordon V. Brown, November 2, 2008 at 5:13 a.m.

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SGT Federico Guerra Borjas was one of my best troops and very close friend. "Rico" as we all new him was a man of action and always lead from the front. He epitomized the ideals of our military and was an example of being the "Best of best" in his primary career,as a San Diego Police Officer and as an Army CA Paratrooper. For those of us that had the pleasure of working with and knowing Rico, it is a tragic loss for our nation and for the residents of San Diego--they lost an exceptional community leader and policeman. To Rico's family my heart is with you and may you find peace in the fact that Rico truly made a difference. His actions while wearing the Army uniform will make America safer! Rest in peace mijo.
1SG Juan C Serrato
A CO 416th CA BN (A)
FOB Salerno, Afghanistan

” — 1SG Juan C Serrato, November 2, 2008 at 9:19 a.m.

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I met Rico several years back at a training class. We instantly became friends and continued to keep in contact. I stayed with Rico during training classes in San Diego, and he and Yvette stayed at my house on a few occasions while they visited the LA area. I last saw Rico in June of 2008 when he was in the San Diego PD Honor Guard at a fallen officer benefit motorcycle ride. At that time, Rico told me he was going to be deployed over seas. That was the last time I saw him. A few days ago, while having a random conversation with a San Diego police officer, I learned of Rico's passing. I wish I could have been there to honor Rico and his family at the funeral. Rico was a true brother and a fine American. He will forever be in my heart and on my mind. RIP Brother~ Detective Eric Johnston El Monte Police Department

” — Eric johnston, September 18, 2011 at 4:42 p.m.

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Federico Guerra Borjas,
I was your 1SG during our deployment and considered myself a close friend. Not a day goes by that I do not thank God for giving me the privilege of meeting with and working with you. You were always the proud father, great policeman and superior Airborne soldier others will try to emulate. Your humility, compassion, patriotism and honor is what we write military doctrine about.

You had an insatiable appetite to learn and develop professionally both a as a seasoned cop and paratrooper. In this celebration of our independence, we will never forget the ultimate sacrifice you gave Rico! You will be missed by this U.S. Army Sergeant Major forever. I wish you Godspeed and peace and please keep our future meeting place secure and safe. With your huge smile I am sure you have won over the local saints and they feed of your hand mijo.

Rest in peace Rico,
SGM Juan C Serrato

” — Juan, July 5, 2014 at 1:01 a.m.

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