3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans Foundation

On July 1, 2021, we lost a Marine combat veteran, Cpl. Patrick Hennessy III, who served with 3rd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment, Kilo Company from 2005-2009. He deployed with 3/8 to Ramadi, Iraq in 2006. After that, he deployed again with 3/8 on the 22nd MEU in 2007-2008, and Helmand Province, Afghanistan in 2008-2009. He passed away suddenly on July 1, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Candy Hennessy, and two kids. He is greatly missed by his family and friends from 3/8 Kilo. Our charity (3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans) is in contact with his family and is assisting them with funeral costs. Please donate to help the Hennessy family during this challenging time.

ALL donations will go to assist Hennessy’s family and his kids. Donations are being raised through 3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans, 501(c)3 Non-Profit, and all donors will receive a tax write-off receipt.

Cpl. Patrick M. Hennessy III – July 1, 2021

of Louisville, KY; assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, Kilo Company, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.; passed away suddenly on July 1, 2021. Patrick joined the USMC in 2005 and was assigned to 3rd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment, Kilo Company. In 2006 he deployed with Kilo Company to Ramadi, Iraq in 2006. After that, he deployed again with 3/8 on the 22nd MEU in 2007-2008, and Helmand Province, Afghanistan in 2008-2009. He passed away suddenly on July 1, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Candy Hennessy, and two kids. He is greatly missed by his family and friends from 3/8 Kilo.

3/8 OIF & OEF Veteran is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization that provides financial and lifetime support and assistance to Post-9/11 Veterans and their families. Many Post-9/11 veterans are still suffering from physical, mental, and emotional wounds such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). We want to ensure that they have the resources they need to recover from their injuries and transition back to their civilian lives. For more information about how we help, go to www.38oifoef.org/how-we-help

On March 6, 2021, we lost a Marine combat veteran, Sgt. Yordan A. Labrada, who served with 3rd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment, Lima Company and Scout Sniper Platoon from 2004 to 2012. He deployed with 3/8 as an infantry rifleman and sniper to Fallujah in 2005, Ramadi in 2006, 22nd MEU, and Helmand Province, Afghanistan, in 2011. On March 6, he passed away abroad in an accident, leaving behind his loving wife and two kids. Our charity (3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans) is in contact with his family and is assisting them with funeral costs. Please donate to help the Labrada family during this challenging time.

 ALL donations will go to assist Yordan’s family and his kids. Donations are being raised through 3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans, 501(c)3 Non-Profit, and all donors will receive a tax write-off receipt.



About Yordan:

Sgt. Yordanys A. Labrada – June 13, 1980 – March 6, 2021

40, of North Port, FL; assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, Lima Company and Scout Sniper Platoon, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.; passed away in an accident. Yordan joined US Marine Corps in 2004 and served as a 0311 Infantry Rifleman, assigned to 3/8 Lima Company. In 2005 he deployed to Fallujah, Iraq, and then again Ramadi, Iraq, in 2006 to support Operation Iraqi Freedom. After he returned from Ramadi, Yordan joined the Scout Sniper Platoon and deployed on the 22nd MEU. In 2011, Yordan deployed for the 4th time to Helmand, Afghanistan, where he received a Purple Heart. After 8 years of service, he left active duty in 2012. Yordan passed away on March 6, 2021, in an accident. He is survived by his wife Barbara and their two kids.

  

3/8 OIF & OEF Veteran is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization that provides financial and lifetime support and assistance to Post-9/11 Veterans and their families. Many Post-9/11 veterans are still suffering from physical, mental, and emotional wounds such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). We want to ensure that they have the resources they need to recover from their injuries and transition back to their civilian lives. For more information about how we help, go to www.38oifoef.org/how-we-help

On January 10, 2021, we lost a Marine Veteran LCpl. Seth Hodges. Seth served with 3rd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment, India Company from 2006 to 2010. He deployed with 3/8 as an infantryman in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, in 2008-2009. On January 10th he passed away at his home, leaving behind his young son. Our charity (3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans) is in contact with his family and are assisting them with funeral costs. Please donate to assist Hodges family during this hard time. 

ALL donations will go to provide assistance to Seth’s family and his son. Donations are being raise through 3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans, 501(c)3 Non-Profit, and all donors will receive a tax-write off receipt.


Family and friends are invited to attend a “walk-through” visitation at Chapman Funeral Home between the hours of 6pm and 8pm Thursday, January 14, 2021. Graveside service with military honors will be held 2:30pm Friday, January 15, 2021 at the Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery. Masks are required and social distancing guidelines will be respected.

Service Information:

Viewing:
Chapman Funeral Home
Hurricane, WV 25526
Thursday, January 14, 6 to 8 PM

Funeral Service:
Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery
130 Academy Drive
Dunbar, WV 25064
Friday, January 15, 2:30 PM




About Seth: 

LCpl. Seth Edward Hodges – November 12, 1985 – January 10, 2021

35, of Scott Depot, WV; assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, India Company, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.; passed away suddenly at his home on January 10, 2021. A 2004 graduate of Winfield High School where he participated in wrestling. Seth enlisted in the US Marine Corps and served with 3/8 from 2006 to 2010. He deployed with 3/8 to Helmand Province, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, 2008-2009. One of Seth’s favorite past times was riding his Harley throughout WV’s country roads. He sought outdoor adventure in our beautiful state and he loved to have a good time with his family and friends. In addition to his mother, Seth is survived by his son, Bentley William Hodges; brother, Jordan Hodges of West Palm Beach, FL; his Golden Retriever, Daisy; his former wife and her son, Allison George and Noah Welch of Elkview.

  

3/8 OIF & OEF Veteran is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization that provides financial and lifetime support and assistance to Post-9/11 Veterans and their families. Many of Post-9/11 veterans are still suffering from physical, mental, and emotional wounds such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). We want to ensure that they have the resources they need to recover from their injuries and transition back to their civilian lives. For more information about how we help, go to www.38oifoef.org/how-we-help

On November 17, 2019, we lost a 3/8 Marine, LCpl. Andrew Jake White. Andrew served with 3rd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment, Kilo Company. He served honorable as an infantryman in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, in 2008-2009. On November 17th, he passed away at his home, leaving behind his two kids.

We are in contact with his family and are assisting them with the costs of the funeral. Please donate to assist White family during this hard time. ALL donations will go to provide assistance to Andrew’s family and his kids. Donations are being raise through 3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans, 501(c)3 Non-Profit, and all donors will receive a tax-write off receipt.


About Andrew:

LCpl. Andrew Jake White – July 21, 1986 – November 17, 2019

33, of Covington, LA; assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, Kilo Company, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.; died suddenly at his home on November 17, 2019. Andrew enlisted in the Marine Corps in 2006 and served as a 0311 Rifleman with 3rd Battalion 8th Marine Regiment, Kilo Company. In February 2007, he deployed for the first time on the 22nd MEU. Andrew deployed for the second time in October 2008 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom to Helmand Province, Afghanistan. After the Marines, Andrew moved back to Louisiana and worked as a firefighter and a Safety Coordinator. He is survived by his two kids, brother and father.


Service Information:

Viewing:
Delhomme Funeral Home
1011 Bertrand Dr.
Lafayette, LA 70506
Thursday, November 21, 6 to 9 PM

Funeral Service:
Asbury United Methodist Church
101 Live Oak Dr.
Lafayette, LA 70503
Friday, November 22, 4 PM

Internment:
Big Creek Baptist Church Cemetery
Pollock LA
Saturday, November 23, 11AM



More information about 3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans: 3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit that provides financial and lifetime support assistance to Post-9/11 Veterans of 3rd Battalion 8th Marines and their families. Many of these veterans are still suffering from physical, mental, and emotional wounds such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). We want to ensure that they have the resources they need to recovery from their injuries and transition back to their civilian lives.

Marine Cpl. Josh Schumacker is running 50-mile Monument Valley Ultra-Marathon and raising money for a veterans charity to honor the 25 Fallen Brothers that were killed during his Iraq deployments, with a special dedication to his friend, LCpl. Robert T. Mininger who was killed-in-action on June 6, 2005, in Fallujah, Iraq.

Josh served with 3rd Battalion 8 Marine Regiment (3/8), Weapons Company as a Machine-Gunner, from 2004 to 2008, and deployed to Iraq to Fallujah in 2005 and Ramadi in 2006. During his deployments, 3/8 lost 25 Marines and Sailors, who were killed during combat operations. Josh decided to run the 50-mile ultra-marathon on February 29, 2020, and raise money for a veterans charity to honor those who paid the ultimate price.

In Josh’s own words:

“I am running the race because of two main reasons.

The first reason is for the men who I fought with me in Fallujah and Ramadi. I want to honor my brothers, who did not make it home by living life to my fullest and finding out what I am truly capable of. I am here today because of the courageous men I had the honor of fighting beside.

I often remember the times I went to the gym with Robert Mininger before we deployed to Fallujah. He would make sure I was giving my all, and he would push me to give more. Robert gave 100% in everything he did and was extremely driven in life. I still think about those past moments when I work out or run. I’ve realized that one has to suffer to grow.

This leads to my second reason for running a 50-mile race. I don’t want to leave anything on the table during my lifetime. My brothers, who died oversees, gave me an opportunity to live the best life possible. I am going to make the best of this opportunity in life. Through this race, I hope to physically and mentally push past my own “perceived” limits.”


Josh is being sponsored by 3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans , a 501(c)3 veteran charity, and wants to raise $5,000, or $100 per each mile, that would be directly donated to them. Please help Josh reach his goal. All donations are tax-deductible.

3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization that provides financial and lifetime support and assistance to Post-9/11 Wounded Veterans and their families. Many of these veterans are still suffering from physical, mental, and emotional wounds that they sustained from combat. They want to ensure that these vets have the resources needed for their emotional, physical, and economic recovery and transition back to their civilian lives. 3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans team is made up of volunteers who served with 3/8 during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. For more information go to www.38oifoef.org 


3rd Battalion 8th Marines OIF KIAs Josh is Honoring:

Fallujah, Iraq 2005:

Cpl John T. Olson
LCpl Michael V. Postal
LCpl Taylor E. Prazynski
LCpl Marcus Mahdee
PFC Stephen P. Baldwyn
LCpl John T. Schmidt III
LCpl Robert T. Mininger
GySgt Terry W. Ball

Ramadi, Iraq 2006:

LCpl Jacob W. Beisel
SSgt Eric A. McIntosh
Cpl Scott J. Procopio
LCpl Kun Y. Kim
HM Geovani R Padilla
PFC Chase A. Edwards
LCpl Justin D. Sims
LCpl Richard Z. James
LCpl Kevin A. Lucas
LCpl Nicholas J. Whyte
Cpl Riley E. Baker
Cpl Julian A. Ramon
Cpl Timothy D. Roos
LCpl Adam R. Murray
PFC Enrique C. Sanchez
Cpl Joseph A. Tomci
Cpl Christopher T. Warndorf


About LCpl. Mininger:

LCpl Robert T. Mininger – February 26, 1984 – June 6, 2005

21, of Sellersville, PA.; assigned to 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, Weapons Company, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.; killed June 6, in an explosion while he was conducting combat operations in Karmah, outside of Fallujah, Iraq. Robert graduated from Pennridge High School in 2002, where he played football. He continued his education at Montgomery County College, where he studied computer engineering and criminal justice, with the hopes of becoming a federal agent. He enlisted in the Marine Corps in 2004. He was assigned to 3rd Battalion 8th Marines and deployed on his first tour to Fallujah, Iraq, in January 2005. On June 6th, Bob’s platoon was conducting combat operations outside of Fallujah in Karmah, Iraq, when his Humvee was hit by a roadside bomb. Bob died from the injuries sustained in the explosion. He proudly earned the National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Combat Action Ribbon and the Purple Heart. He is survived by his mother, Paula Zwillinger, and step-father, Larry Zwillinger.

Burial Site:
Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington, Virginia, USA
Plot: Sec 60 Site 8189

One of our 3/8 brothers, Nick Norris and his girlfriend Kristie Lyn, passed away on May 4th, 2018 in a motorcycle accident. Cpl. Nick Norris served with 3rd Battalion 8th Marines, Lima Company, and deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Afghanistan 2012. Kristie Lyn was Nick’s long time girlfriend and a mother of a 5 year old boy. Please Donate to assist the families in this hard time.

We are in contact with Nick’s family and are assisting them with the costs of the funeral. ALL donations will go to provide assistance to Nick’s and Kristie’s family. Donations are being raise through 3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans, 501(c)3 Non-Profit, and all donors will receive a tax-write off receipt.


3/8 OIF & OEF Veterans is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit that provides financial and lifetime support assistance to Post-9/11 Veterans of 3rd Battalion 8th Marines and their families. We want to ensure that they have the resources they need to recovery from their injuries and transition back to their civilian lives.