Today our walk was dedicated in honor of :
Marine SGT Michael Ferschke Jr, Age 22 of Maryville,TN
KIA Aug. 10, 2008 Operation Iraqi Freedom
SGT Ferschke Jr was assigned to the 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, Okinawa, Japan
Sgt. Ferschke lived in Woonsocket, Rhode Island for the first nine years of his life, then lived his remaining years in Maryville. He graduated from Maryville High School in 2003; joined the Marine Corps and reported for Basic Training at Parris Island, SC in October 2003. He served as proud Recon Marine in North Carolina, Okinawa, and his last mission in Iraq.
We had a great 10.10 Mile walk this morning. We headed out Northside Drive and walked almost 4 miles out in the country before heading back on 127 to the War Memorial Park down town. We stopped and read a few names of our Fallen brothers on the memorial wall before headed back towards the house. I want to thank my friend Robert for walking with us today. I also want to thank everyone who honked, waved, and saluted in helping us honor this hero. We had 251 honks, it was amazing. Thank You.
Marine SGT Michael Ferschke Jr will not be forgotten !
